New figures reveal that despite 76% of parents fearing their child is at risk of an accident, few know what to do.…
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Imposter Syndrome Holding Women Back
New research shows women have lower salary expectations upon entering the job market, affecting the rest of their careers. The culprit behind this could be imposter syndrome…
Compulsory Health Education Could Boost UK Stem Cell Register, Giving Hope to Blood Cancer Patients
Education about stem cell donation - used to treat patients with blood cancers and blood disorders - could see an additional 55,000 young people a year join the UK stem cell register, charity reveals…
Self-Harm Rates in Youth Prisons Described as ‘Disturbing’
“Prison is no place for a child,” says charity after alarming statistics of self-harm and violence revealed…
Building Confidence, Boosting Self-Esteem, and Sparking Lasting Friendships: My Guide Scheme Shares Intergenerational Benefits Of Volunteering
A new video and statistics from the Guide Dogs charity looks to highlight the positive impact intergenerational volunteering can have on volunteers and those with sight loss.…
New Research Shows Children Regularly Witness Adult Bullying
Results of a new poll, published by the Anti-Bullying Alliance, shows children are affected by adults bullying each other…
Discrimination, Poor Mental Health Impacting LGBT Community
New research from charity Stonewall surveying over 5,000 LGBT people has revealed that 52% of LGBT people reported that they had experienced depression in the last year, levels higher than that of the general population…
"Small Talk Saves Lives" Campaign Re-Launches to Encourage Passengers to Help Prevent Suicide
The latest campaign from the Samaritans, in partnership with Network Rail and the British Transport Police asks passengers to act on their instincts and intervene if they see somebody who may be in need…
Smartphones Linked to Mental Health Problems in Children As Young As Two
More hours of screen time are associated with lower wellbeing in children aged between two and 17, says report…