Mental health issues

This International Women's Day, Gosia Bowling, Emotional Wellbeing National Lead at Nuffield Health, explains why women face an increased risk of burnout, and what employers can do to close the burnout gap.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 8 March 2022

Ever started a new job and wondered if you’re good enough? If you answered yes, you might be experiencing imposter syndrome. Characterised by thoughts and doubts about your ability or competence, these feelings are often accompanied by worries about failure or “being found out”

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 8 May 2024

Does the sight of blood make the room spin? Here's how to fight back against blood-injury-needle phobia and pump up your resistance to fainting.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Thursday 9 June 2016

We often associate the summer with sunshine and feeling happier, however around 10% of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) cases occur during the warmer months.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 5 June 2024

If constant stress and overwhelming feelings of dread and despair have you feeling tired and disillusioned with your day-to-day life, you may be experiencing burnout.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Monday 21 October 2024

Staying silent on the subject of suicide helps reinforce the stigma and taboo around suicide which can lead to more people feeling they can’t reach out and get the support they need. Below, Nuffield Health Mental Health Prevention Lead Lisa Gunn helps you learn the best way to address the subject with compassion and understanding.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Friday 22 September 2023

Suicide is still a taboo subject that many of us find difficult to talk about. When we do have these conversations, our choice of language matters.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Friday 29 September 2023

If you think you're just faking it until you make it you're not alone. Many of us think we're 'not good enough' or 'don't belong'. Here's how to combat that insecurity.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 3 April 2019

The relationship between work and anxiety is an intricate and significant one. The demands of modern workplace, including tight deadlines, high performance expectations and interpersonal relationships can all lead to heightened anxiety levels among employees.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Thursday 28 September 2023

Most of us have experienced a hangover at some point in our lives. We might be familiar with some of the physical symptoms that a hangover can cause, but feeling worried, anxious, or restless are just as common in certain people when they overconsume alcohol.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 19 June 2024

There is a wide range of support available for people struggling with suicidal thoughts. This can range from talking therapy, medication or psychiatric support if required.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Thursday 28 September 2023

Many of us experience fluctuations in our mood that can last days, weeks or even months. If the onset of depressive symptoms seem to coincide with changes in the weather or temperature, you may be experiencing a type of depression known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Thursday 9 November 2023

Christmas is a time for celebration for many of us, but it can also induce anxiety and raise expectations, causing cause feelings of worry, panic, and sadness.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 28 November 2023

Whether you’re on your own or surrounded by loved ones, feeling lonely during the festive period is more common than you might think.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 29 November 2023

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), also known as winter depression or winter blues, is thought to affect 1 in 15 people in the UK. Learn more about the common symptoms of SAD and how to deal with them.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Friday 8 November 2019

Loneliness is an emotion that all of us will feel at some point in our lives. When we feel lonely, it’s because we aren’t getting enough social interaction. If loneliness is affecting your life, you’re not on your own. Almost 50% of UK adults report feeling lonely at some point throughout their life.

Updated: Thursday 23 January 2025

Published: Tuesday 22 December 2020

Mental Health Prevention Lead at Nuffield Health Lisa Gunn explores how anxiety works and how talking about it can help us all improve our understanding of our mental health.

Updated: Thursday 23 January 2025

Published: Friday 12 May 2023

Our Healthier Nation Index has found that the cost of living crisis has impacted 60% of people’s physical health and 59% of people’s mental health.

Updated: Thursday 23 January 2025

Published: Tuesday 18 April 2023

Nearly half of the population admit to feeling lonely some of the time, but you don't have to live with loneliness.

Updated: Thursday 23 January 2025

Published: Thursday 1 February 2018

Self-sabotage describes engaging or avoiding actions that prevent us achieving our goals. These behaviours can create problems and limit our success both personally and professionally.

Updated: Thursday 23 January 2025

Published: Tuesday 3 September 2024