More businesses are recognising that the mental health of their employees is as important as their physical health. As colleagues, managers and workmates we may face situations where we are not sure how to talk to someone about their mental health. Vomiting and stomach upsets can be easier to discuss than depression and anxiety! A…
Read moreStigma and mental health… Time to talk?
When was the last time you talked about how you were really feeling? For some people, it comes naturally. They feel comfortable doing so and surround themselves with others who are happy to have this kind of conversation. For others, however, it’s not that simple and the stigma they feel can be overwhelming. If…
Read moreMental health at work: the difficult conversation…
Freedom Therapy counsellor Nicola Tatham, based in Derbyshire poses the following scenario that is something many of us will have experienced at work. Take a moment to read it through and then make a note of what your instinctual reaction was. What thoughts did you have? How did you feel? What do you think you…
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