On 28 February 2013, the Mental Health (Discrimination) Act 2013 became law. The Act removes the last significant forms of discrimination in law from our society.This is a fantastic moment for people with mental health problems and a big step towards breaking down the prejudice surrounding mental health. The new Act removes three legal barriers … Continue reading Welcome new discrimination legislation
Category: Mental health
I asked the National Trust if they had any case studies of good practice I could include in this blog series, and they sent me a number. The first one, today's, is from a man who has really managed to turn his life around through very difficult circumstances including severe depression, and would like to reassure … Continue reading Best Practice Case Study: The National Trust
I found this amazing website called Time to Change, all around ending mental health discrimination through education. The site includes interesting information, case studies, a blog, and many other useful insights. I particularly liked a page looking at myths and facts, busting some common myths such as: Myth: Mental health problems are very rare Fact: Mental … Continue reading Myths around Mental Health
As we know, most disabled people acquire their disabilities later in life rather than being born with them. Our guest blogger today, Daniel Winters, is a freelance British writer and health expert. Much of his writing involves topics concerning medical negligence and other important health matters. Today he writes about the health dangers of working … Continue reading Guest Blog: Health Dangers of Office Work
A departure from our usual blogs today. I came across a book with the above title, and bought it. I found it very powerful, and would recommend it both to those who would like to increase their understanding of mental health issues, and those who have been there and might be encouraged by … Continue reading Yes, I Really Do Hate Yo-Yos!