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Physical activity and mental health Mental Health …

WebSport and physical activity initiatives. We work through sport to help support good mental health. Our work particularly focuses on supporting sports organisations who invest in …

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About mental health Mental Health Foundation

WebHaving good mental health makes life easier. It helps us to calm and comfort ourselves when we’re upset, to cope with the losses, changes, fears and uncertainties in life, to …

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Friendship and mental health Mental Health Foundation

WebTalking to friends about your mental health. If you have a mental health problem, you may feel ashamed of ‘admitting’ to it. You may feel that you’re bothering or …

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Diet and mental health Mental Health Foundation

WebYour brain needs healthy fats to keep working well. They ’ re found in things such as olive oil, rapeseed oil, nuts, seeds, oily fish, avocados, milk and eggs. Avoid trans fats – often …

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How to look after your mental health using exercise

WebImpact on our self-esteem. Exercise not only has a positive impact on our physical health but can also increase our self-esteem. Self-esteem is how we feel about ourselves and …

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Nature and mental health Mental Health Foundation

WebResearch shows that nature is crucial for our mental and physical health. Our relationship with nature significantly contributes to good mental health and well-being. Our 2021 …

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Body image Mental Health Foundation

WebBody image is a term used to describe how we think and feel about our bodies, including how satisfied we are with our bodies and how much we value what other people think …

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2025 TCS London Marathon Mental Health Foundation

WebTraining plans. Beginner Training Plan. Intermediate Training Plan. Advanced Training Plan. If you have any questions about the 2025 London Marathon, you can email [email …

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Our best mental health tips

WebMoving our bodies – with sport, gardening, dancing, cycling, walking the dog, cleaning or going to the gym, for example – are great ways to improve our mental and physical …

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Men and mental health Mental Health Foundation

WebMen are less likely to access psychological therapies than women: only 36% of referrals to NHS talking therapies are for men. In addition, men are far more likely than women to go …

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How arts can help improve your mental health

WebThere are many ways to engage in arts and improve your mental health: Art and health programmes led by artists and musicians can deliver health benefits through …

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Stigma and discrimination Mental Health Foundation

WebStigma and discrimination can also make someone’s mental health problems worse and delay or stop them from getting help. Social isolation, poor housing, unemployment and …

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Mental Health Awareness Week Mental Health Foundation

WebWe know there are many different reasons for this, so this Mental Health Awareness Week we want to help people to find moments for movement in their daily routines. Going for a …

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Smoking and mental health Mental Health Foundation

WebWhen a person smokes, nicotine reaches the brain within about ten seconds. At first, nicotine improves mood and concentration, decreases anger and stress, relaxes muscles …

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Drugs and mental health Mental Health Foundation

WebStimulant drugs can make you feel depressed, anxious and paranoid. Cocaine – a type of stimulant – can make previous mental health problems recur and trigger psychosis and …

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Alcohol and mental health

WebAlcohol is a depressant, which can disrupt the balance of neurotransmitters (chemical messengers) in your brain and affect your feelings, thoughts and behaviour. Alcohol …

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Mental Health in Northern Ireland

Web4 5 As Northern Ireland’s Mental Health Champion, one of my key goals is to increase awareness of the needs of those who are struggling, and the factors affecting

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