Heart FM radio presenter James Stewart hasn’t always been full of confidence. Developing acne in his late teens severely knocked his self-esteem, but reaching out for professional help was the best decision he ever made…
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Mental health is a part of every day life here in the UK, read our inspirational and uplifting true life stories
'I Won't Let My Attacker Win', Acid Attack Survivors Speak Out On Worrying Statistics
Survivors of acid attacks have spoken out about the impact of the incidents on their mental and physical health.…
The Woman Who Writes Love Letters To Strangers
During regular trips to the hospital, Sam Livermore began writing letters of love and support to strangers. What she didn’t realise is that her letters of love were actually to herself. Now she’s heading the #ShareTheLove movement to put smiles on the faces of strangers Sam Livermore I…
Striker Boy: The campaign celebrating the life of its author in aid of Mind
Of the more than 100 books that Jonny Zucker had written, Striker Boy was always his and his family's favourite. Now, Striker Boy has been republished in aid of the mental health charity, Mind [https://www.mind.org.uk/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIw5jHtP622QIVGV8ZCh3j0gBxEAAYASAAEgK48fD_BwE] . We spoke to the manager of…
I Ran 44 Marathons in 44 Days For Mental Health Charities
Peter Thompson ran himself into the ground, losing track of what was important to him. But through challenging himself, he not only rediscovered his passion for the sport, but he raised phenomenal awareness and funds for mental health charities Peter's route All I had in front of me…
Alastair Campbell: It's time to talk mental health strategy
Alastair Campbell’s colourful and candid life has seen him scale the heights of journalism and politics, with two breakdowns over the course of 30 years. Reflecting on a past which included rebuilding his career, he tells Happiful his fears of an "anxiety epidemic" Alastair Campbell So, are…
I Suffered with Severe Postnatal Depression and PTSD Following a Traumatic Labour
After the distressing birth of her first child, Kerry Thomas lost all faith in medical professionals. But when she found the right counsellor, she was finally able to work through her trauma and bond with her daughter I met my husband five years ago and instantly fell in love. He…
I Thought I Was Losing My Mind and I Tried to Ignore It
Award-winning mental health blogger and author Claire Eastham reveals her journey from social anxiety to mastering self-care Claire Eastham Running down a street in central London, tears streaming down my face, I knew I’d really done it this time; I’d ruined my life. The mental health condition that…
Juno Dawson: This Is Me
Award-winning author and star of ITV1's Transformation Street Juno Dawson writes about everything from gender identity, to mental health, to addiction. Yet it was her own life that proved the big read when, in 2016, she announced she was transitioning from James Dawson, to the person she’d…