Resources
Practical, plain-English guides, videos and tools. Not a substitute for professional advice, but a place to start.
Over one million children referred for mental healthcare - with anxiety the main reason
Over 1 million children referred for mental healthcare with anxiety as main reason; long wait times reported.
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England facing children’s mental health ‘crisis’ as referrals hit 1m
Report on children's mental health crisis in England with 1 million referrals.
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Lil Nas X shares update after getting mental health care: ‘There’s less fear in my heart’
Musician shares positive update after receiving mental health treatment.
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Comedian Joanne McNally looks back: ‘In my 20s, my bulimia was spiralling out of control. My breakdown was the making of me’
Comedian shares lived experience of bulimia and mental breakdown as turning point.
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Social media ban: saving kids or punishing them?
Debate on social media ban for under-16s with perspectives from health advocates and young people on child wellbeing.
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Excessive social media 'negatively impacts wellbeing'
World Happiness Report links excessive social media use to reduced wellbeing. Evidence-based research on mental health and digital behaviour.
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How to Get Mental Health Support in the UK: Where to Start
Not sure where to begin? Here's the difference between your GP, NHS Talking Therapies, and NHS 111 — and when to use each.
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UK Mental Health Helplines: Who to Call and When
A guide to UK helplines beyond Samaritans and Shout — including support for under-35s, LGBT+ people, and those supporting someone else.
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Supporting a Friend or Family Member
You don't need to have the right answers. Here's how to help someone you're worried about, without it falling entirely on you.
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Grounding Yourself with the 5-4-3-2-1 Technique
A simple sensory technique to bring your mind back to the present moment when anxiety feels overwhelming.
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Box Breathing: Calming Your Nervous System in Four Counts
A four-count breathing pattern used by everyone from athletes to first responders to lower stress quickly.
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Journaling for Stress Relief: Where to Start
You don't need to be a writer. A few honest minutes with a notebook can take the edge off a difficult day.
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Progressive Muscle Relaxation: Releasing Tension You Didn't Know You Were Holding
A step-by-step technique for noticing and releasing physical tension caused by stress.
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Building a Self-Care Routine That Actually Fits Your Life
Self-care doesn't need to be elaborate. Small, realistic habits are easier to keep up than big ones.
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Anxiety
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health conditions in the UK. It is a natural emotion — but when it starts to take over, there is real support available.
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Depression
Depression is more than feeling sad — it is a condition that affects how you think, feel, and function day-to-day. It is very common, and with the right support, most people do get better.
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Stress
Stress is a natural response to pressure — but when it builds up without a break, it takes a real toll on your mind and body. Here is how to recognise it and what actually helps.
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OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
OCD is often misunderstood. It is not about being tidy — it is a cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsions that can be exhausting and distressing. But it responds well to the right treatment.
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PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
PTSD can develop after any deeply frightening or distressing experience. It is not a sign of weakness — it is a normal response to an abnormal event. And it can be treated.
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Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions — not lifestyle choices or phases. They affect people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Early help makes a real difference.
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Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder causes extreme shifts in mood, energy, and behaviour — from high, elated periods to deep depressive lows. With the right support, people with bipolar disorder live full, meaningful lives.
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Panic Attacks
A panic attack can feel terrifying — like something is seriously wrong with your body. But they are not physically dangerous. Understanding what is happening is the first step to feeling less frightened by them.
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Loneliness
Loneliness is not just about being alone — you can feel profoundly lonely in a crowd. It is increasingly recognised as a serious issue for wellbeing, but there are practical ways to find connection.
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Sleep and Mental Health
Poor sleep and poor mental health form a two-way cycle — each makes the other worse. The good news is that improving your sleep has a measurable positive effect on mood, anxiety, and resilience.
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