Mental Health Support

Mental health is much more than the absence of mental ill health. We all have mental health and it is something that we can work to improve, just like our physical health. Our experts provide advice on how to cope with stress, build emotional resilience and look after this crucial area of your wellbeing.

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Large organisations across the UK are taking employee health and wellbeing more seriously, but many outlay huge sums for solutions that provide mediocre results.

Updated: Wednesday 30 October 2024

Published: Monday 16 May 2016

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: Thursday 17 October 2024

Published: Friday 29 September 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: Thursday 17 October 2024

Published: Tuesday 28 November 2023

Boosting productivity and working towards achieving your goals doesn’t have to feel daunting and unattainable. Sometimes, the most effective course of action for our physical and mental health is to take a step back and look at simple and manageable ways of improving our day-to-day productivity.

Updated: Thursday 12 September 2024

Published: Thursday 12 September 2024

There’s a lot that goes into an exercise routine, both mentally and physically. For some, changing things up every few months helps keep things fresh and exciting. For others, the idea of new exercises and unfamiliar territory in the gym can be daunting.

Updated: Monday 9 September 2024

Published: Friday 22 March 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: Tuesday 20 August 2024

Published: Friday 22 September 2023

Research shows that people who exercise regularly tend to experience better emotional and mental health. Movement is also proven to help alleviate symptoms associated with mental health conditions like depression and anxiety.

Updated: Wednesday 24 April 2024

Published: Wednesday 24 April 2024

The physical health benefits of regular exercise for young ones are well known. What’s less explored is how movement can help with restlessness, worry, anxiety and a lack of focus in children.

Updated: Monday 22 April 2024

Published: Monday 22 April 2024

Life is full of distractions. It's not uncommon to find our thoughts racing off onto things that are outside of our immediate control. Mindfulness is all about bringing our thinking back to the present moment. You can even use mindfulness techniques to manage anxiety and stress.

Updated: Tuesday 2 January 2024

Published: Friday 26 February 2016

Sleeping well is essential for your health and wellbeing, but many of us struggle to get quality sleep. Senior Health and Wellbeing Physiologist Luke Cousins shares nine lifestyle tips to help you sleep better.

Updated: Monday 11 December 2023

Published: Monday 8 August 2016

Holidays can be stressful when you're out of your normal eating routine and so many activities revolve around food. Elisha Edwards provides some tips for eating more mindfully this Christmas. After a tough year, the Christmas festivities may find us eating and drinking more than normal.

Updated: Monday 4 December 2023

Published: Monday 11 April 2022

Chronic pain can make it feel like life may never be “good” or “normal” again. Whether it’s joint pain, arthritis or the long-term discomfort associated with a diagnosed health condition, chronic pain is ever present for millions of people.

Updated: Thursday 17 August 2023

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

Valentine’s Day means different things to people and can often trigger a wide range of emotions. Gosia Bowling, National Mental Health Lead at Nuffield Health, shares tips and guidance on how, and what, to focus on this year to ensure you can get the most from the day.

Updated: Monday 13 February 2023

Published: Monday 13 February 2023

The effects of the pandemic have been significant, and we’ve seen the impact of long COVID on physical and mental health. GP and Dermatology Lead Dr Unnati Desai explains the symptoms of long COVID, and how you can both self-manage and get rehabilitation for these.

Updated: Friday 27 January 2023

Published: Monday 27 September 2021

A new baby can bring couples, families and friends closer together, but changed priorities and a lack of time can create challenges. Find out how to navigate relationship changes during this time.

Updated: Friday 7 October 2022

Published: Monday 25 February 2019

Our emotional wellbeing expert, Brendan Street advises on the emotional highs and lows of the weight loss journey.

Updated: Friday 7 October 2022

Published: Monday 24 December 2018

This audio body scan from MindLab's Dr Gail Davies is a simple mindfulness technique to help you reconnect with your senses and become more aware of your most important asset - your body.

Updated: Friday 7 October 2022

Published: Tuesday 29 March 2016

Did you know that your heart sends more signals to the brain than the brain sends to the heart? Find out how you can train your heart rate to improve your emotional wellbeing.

Updated: Friday 7 October 2022

Published: Tuesday 12 July 2016

The Wellbeing Wheel lists all the elements that contribute to our overall emotional health. Plot your own wellbeing to see the areas of your life you could dedicate more time to.

Updated: Friday 7 October 2022

Published: Monday 24 October 2016

Stress can take its toll on your body over time and one way it does this is by depleting your body’s stores of nutrients. Don’t let stress beat you – find out what you need to do to get back on form.

Updated: Tuesday 20 September 2022

Published: Tuesday 24 May 2016