The myth of the work-shy: why ‘just get on with it’ makes things worse.

Platfform

For Mental Health and Social Change

Amid the headlines and politics, what’s the truth behind mental health and unemployment?

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  1. Tips to share with children to help them cope with the new normal

    Elizabeth Gregory

    Consultant Clinical Psychologist

    We are used to life staying pretty much the same – doing the same things, going to the same places and seeing the same people. That has changed with Coronavirus; and we are all having to get used to life being very different.

    08 April 2020
  2. Why language matters

    Bryony Shannon

    Practice Development Officer

    Language is the most powerful tool we have. Let’s use it well.

    09 March 2020
  3. This could be why you’re depressed or anxious

    Johann Hari

    TED

    In this thought-provoking talk, journalist and author Johann Hari shares fresh insights on the causes of depression and anxiety from experts around the world - as well as some emerging solutions.

    22 January 2020
  4. The Importance of a community

    Amy Middleton

    PTS Coach at Mayday Trust

    The value of building positive networks can’t be overlooked.

    19 November 2019
  5. Kind Cardiff: ordinary people

    Guest Contributor

    The simplicity and accessibility of kindness is a powerful call to action, it can tie us deeply to collectives of friends, families and groups, and to causes bigger than ourselves.

    13 November 2019
  6. World Mental Health Day 2019

    Platfform

    For Mental Health and Social Change

    For World Mental Health Day 2019 we took a 24 hour social media break - find out why.

    10 October 2019