New research reveals the true extent of isolation and loneliness experienced by autistic people and/or those with learning disabilities, due to COVID-19…
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Christmas without family: How to prevent loneliness
Many of us are worried about our mental health and not being able to see loved ones over the festive period, Samaritans reveals…
35 good news stories from 2020 you might have missed
It’s not all doom and gloom – here we revisit some of the most uplifting stories and positive news to come out of 2020, to shine a light on the kindness, compassion, and empathy that have truly been the highlights of our year…
Santa officially given essential worker status
In the must-see official letter and video, Santa is cleared to continue his work in the UK and Ireland…
Teens are feeling anxious, alone and worried for their future
New research reveals how teens in the UK are struggling with the pandemic…
Universities guilty of ‘perpetuating institutional racism’, report says
New report calls on senior higher education staff to undergo training ‘to improve racial literacy as part of a sector-wide crackdown’…
Young men are increasingly reaching out for mental health support
New data from Counselling Directory reveals that the number of young men reaching out for mental health support has increased dramatically in the last year…
It begins with a book
Give the gift of reading to those who might not have access this Christmas…
Brits are ditching ‘no pain, no gain’ attitude to health, study reveals
From dog-walking to yoga, new research has found that Brits are ditching old attitudes to prioritise exercise that brings them joy and boosts their mental health…