Mental Health Awareness

This World Suicide Prevention Day, Paul Madden reflects on Ben West’s story and the importance of staying, speaking and reaching for support. If life feels unbearable right now, you do not have to face it alone.

This World Suicide Prevention Day, the message is simple: we need to talk about suicide. You do not have to be a therapist to ask someone how they really are, listen without judgement and help them take the next step towards support.

Heatwaves, wildfires and extreme weather can make climate change feel much closer to home. For some, this can lead to climate anxiety or eco-anxiety, bringing feelings of fear, uncertainty, guilt and powerlessness. This blog explores why climate change can affect our mental health, how worry can become difficult to switch off, and how we can care about the future without allowing anxiety to overwhelm the present.

Could 26 minutes of rest make a difference to how you feel? The NASA nap offers a simple reminder that sometimes supporting our wellbeing isn’t about doing more. It’s about giving ourselves permission to stop, switch off and rest.

Fame can bring success, opportunity and recognition, but life in the public eye can also bring pressure, scrutiny and a loss of privacy. I explore the two sides of fame, identity and mental health, and why having a confidential space where you can simply be yourself can matter.

Suicide among UK men remains a growing mental health crisis. This article explores male depression, emotional suppression, suicide prevention, warning signs and why early support can save lives.

Farmers mental health is under growing pressure from isolation, stress and financial uncertainty. Explore rural mental health, farming stress and why early support matters.

Lando Norris opening up about self-doubt challenges outdated ideas about masculinity, confidence and success. This article explores mental health in elite sport, performance pressure and why vulnerability matters for men.

Male loneliness is more common than many people realise. While men may appear to be coping on the surface, feelings of disconnection often remain hidden. This article explores why so many men experience loneliness in silence, the impact on mental health, and how meaningful connection can help.

Men's mental wellbeing is essential for living a healthy and balanced life. Discover practical self-care strategies, support options, and when to seek professional help to improve your mental health and wellbeing.

Counselling for men is not a sign of weakness. Discover how therapy can help build resilience, improve wellbeing, strengthen relationships, and provide support through life's challenges.

Men's mental health and relationships are deeply connected. Discover how communication, emotional intimacy, isolation, and relationship challenges can affect wellbeing and learn how stronger connections can support better mental health.

Stress and burnout in men can develop gradually through work pressure, financial worries, family responsibilities, and mental exhaustion. Learn the warning signs and discover how counselling can help.

Recognising the signs of poor mental health in men can make a real difference. Learn how irritability, anger, withdrawal, sleep problems, and increased alcohol use may indicate someone is struggling.

Many men struggle in silence due to stigma, fear of judgement, and societal expectations. Discover why men don't seek help and how counselling can make a difference.

Men's Health Week 2026 highlights the importance of men's mental health. Discover how counselling can help men manage stress, anxiety, and life's challenges.

Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 reminds us that small actions can make a meaningful difference to emotional wellbeing, connection, and mental health support.