Talking about mental health
As a line manager, it can be difficult knowing how to approach conversations about emotional distress. Here are six key steps to help staff move from barely surviving, back to thriving.
Updated: Monday 20 November 2023
Published: Thursday 4 October 2018
It can be hard to speak to your loved ones about their health, especially mental health. But it’s more important than ever that we check in with each other, given the increase in mood-related difficulties. Emotional Wellbeing Lead Gosia Bowling shares her tips for getting the conversation started.
Updated: Wednesday 11 October 2023
Published: Wednesday 2 February 2022
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. Below, Nuffield Health Mental Health Prevention Lead Lisa Gunn explains how to approach the conversation of suicide using compassionate and understanding language.
Updated: Friday 29 September 2023
Published: Friday 29 September 2023
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. With the help of Mental Health Prevention Lead Lisa Gunn, find out more about medications for mental health problems, the link between suicide and substance abuse, and the treatment options for at-risk individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts.
Updated: Thursday 28 September 2023
Published: Thursday 28 September 2023
Bringing up mental health with your employer can be tricky. Discover our tips on how to get the conversation started.
Updated: Thursday 23 March 2023
Published: Thursday 4 October 2018
Speaking to kids about their emotional wellbeing can be challenging. Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist at Nuffield Health, Ekta Mansukhani, shares 10 tips to help you have conversations with children about mental health.
Updated: Friday 7 October 2022
Published: Thursday 11 July 2019