Mental health

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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Nuffield Health's Head of Charity Brendan Street shares two cognitive behavioural therapy techniques to help retrain your body and mind to sleep well at night.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 5 October 2016

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: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

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 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 24 October 2016

In today's fast-paced digital world, we often find ourselves glued to our screens, scrolling through negative news and consuming potentially distressing content. This habit, known as ‘doomscrolling’, can have a negative impact on our mental health, sleep, and our interpersonal relationships.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 8 October 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

Thinking about CBT, but not sure what to expect? Demystify the process and learn more about what your first session will look like.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 18 May 2021

If you’re thinking about therapy, a good place to start is to learn about the different types on offer. Discover how each kind of therapy works and how to decide which one suits you and your current needs best.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 18 May 2021

Want to live a healthier lifestyle? But struggle to find the time or motivation to eat better and stay active. Our experts share 20 simple hacks you can build into your daily routine to help improve your diet and get you moving.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

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

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: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Monday 16 May 2016

Good quality sleep is important for both our physical and emotional health. However, COVID-19 is impacting our ability to obtain quality sleep in a number of ways. Brendan Street, Head of Emotional Wellbeing, provides his top tips for improving your sleep quality.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Monday 20 April 2020

The health of your mind and body are intrinsically linked, but only 3 in 10 people acknowledge that exercise helps their mental health, according to latest data from our Healthier Nation Index. We'll discuss how physical activity can help to prevent and manage stress.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Monday 15 April 2019

Bringing up mental health with your employer can be tricky. Discover our tips on how to get the conversation started.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Thursday 4 October 2018

Balancing your work and home life can be tricky, especially if you work from home or you’re in a pressurised role that demands regular out of office hours. Mental Health Prevention Lead Gosia Bowling and Head of Emotional Wellbeing Brendan Street have combined expertise to tell us all about the challenges we face trying to maintain a healthy work/life balance.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 21 April 2021

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

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

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Monday 24 December 2018

The recent events in Ukraine can leave many of us feeling overwhelmed, powerless and helpless. Gosia Bowling, Emotional Wellbeing National Lead at Nuffield Health, shares practical tips to help you cope with this renewed time of uncertainty – from stepping back from the news, to using breathing exercises to manage stress and anxiety.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Thursday 3 March 2022

Remote working has become the new normal for many of us. While these benefits are great, working from home can impact our mental health if we’re not careful. Lisa Gunn provides some tips for making the most of the benefits of working from home.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Friday 4 August 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: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 24 April 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