As the new Mental Health Act is due to be discussed in the Senedd later today, led by Hefin David MS, Mirus Wales CEO Kirsty Davies-Warner shares her story to show why meaningful changes to mental health legislation are desperately needed.
What the next UK Government can do for mental health
Sue O’Leary argues the upcoming General Election represents an opportunity for a different approach to mental health.
Mental Health: What Wales’ Further Education sector can learn from Slovenia
Catherine Lewis, NPTC Group of Colleges Principal, reflects on a recent visit to Slovenia and what Wales could take from the nation’s emphasis on active wellbeing.
Taking a Public Health Approach to the Cost of Living Crisis
The rising cost of living is a public health emergency. Public Health Wales has been looking into what a system-wide response could look like.
Alive at the End of The World
Grace Quantock explores the rise of eco-anxiety and suggests ways we can mitigate it amid growing evidence of the impact of climate change.
Getting to the Roots of Health Inequality
Dai Davies argues that occupational therapists’s holistic approach to care can play a key part in health equity.
The Forgotten Children of the Mental Health Crisis
Tade Evans describes his experience with the mental health system and argues patients need better support.
Student Mental Health : A Hidden Pandemic
Tade Evans depicts the harrowing impact of the disruptions caused by the pandemic on mental health for A-Level students in Wales.
Time to Revolutionise Our Mental Health Services
Rhun ap Iorwerth MS argues for ‘walk-in hubs’ as the change needed in mental health services for young people.