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A Support Net: Can you help someone in need?
Health, Sports & Psychology

A Support Net: Can you help someone in need?

...free or look at the other ways of contacting them. The NHS Mental health - live well pages The NHS overcoming addiction pages This resource is part of the 'Wellbeing and Mental Health Collection' created by the Open University in Wales. You can learn more and find courses, articles and other activities on the collection's homepage. Take it further with The Open ......
Man up or open up?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Man up or open up?

...mental health?...In this animated video, The Open University’s Professor Martin Robb explores the often-complicated relationship between men and their mental health. Made with the support of men’s mental health charity Alright Mate?, the video suggests that the persistence of outdated ideas about masculinity may prevent men from seeking help when ......
‘Resilience isn’t enough’: why the growth of women’s football could lead to player burnout
Health, Sports & Psychology

‘Resilience isn’t enough’: why the growth of women’s football could lead to player burnout

...mental health services, the long-term wellbeing and careers of these athletes remain at risk. While mental toughness is often celebrated, research shows that resilience depends heavily on the support structures available. In the WSL, access to mental health care and sports psychology varies dramatically between clubs. The FA has announced plans to ......
Supporting parents through pregnancy and birth distress
Health, Sports & Psychology

Supporting parents through pregnancy and birth distress

...health is therefore also an investment in long term family wellbeing. Despite rising demand, perinatal mental health services across the UK have faced significant funding pressures. This places greater responsibility on all structures around the new parents such as health care, social care, education, workplaces and communities, to respond thoughtfully and ......
Libraries NI learning hub
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Libraries NI learning hub

This OpenLearn hub, prepared in collaboration with Libraries NI, features a collection of free online resources designed to support mental health, wellbeing and learning and development.
Five things you might like to know about Recovery Colleges
Health, Sports & Psychology

Five things you might like to know about Recovery Colleges

...mental health conditions Looking at mental health services and treatments Personal wellbeing and health Life skills, managing money, moving towards other education or employment Training, advocacy and peer-support skills 2. When did Recovery Colleges start? According to Meddings et al. (2015) ‘The first Recovery College was established in 2009 by ......
Can yoga help us achieve sustainable development goals?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Can yoga help us achieve sustainable development goals?

...Health and Wellbeing courses Every year, 21st June is the International Day of Yoga As a spiritual practice, cosmic energy is important in yoga. This marks the day of summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, when the earth’s North Pole is most inclined towards the sun, of special significance. In 2015, the United Nations General Assembly declared 21 June as the...
Where do we get the help that really counts?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Where do we get the help that really counts?

...wellbeing, one study suggests that mental health problems may only discussed in depth with one or two key people (Perry and Pescosolido, 2010). So individuals who can really listen, empathise and offer support during times of difficulty can make a significant difference. This research found that family members were highly valued in discussions about mental health ......