Mental Health News & Advice

Mental health & wellbeing advice from Health Assured. See the latest news, awareness days and best tips for wellbeing at work & in life.

April 2022

Peace of Mind: Health Assured's new video podcast

Peace of Mind: Health Assured's new video podcast

We’re delighted to announce the launch of our brand-new video podcast series Peace of Mind. In this exciting series, we’...Read more

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Apr 5 2022

March 2022

Coping with exam pressure

Coping with exam pressure

Exams are a necessary part of most studies, as a demonstration of understanding. But they can be intensely stressful... ...Read more

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Mar 31 2022

Stephen Lawrence Day: playing your part in an inclusive society

Stephen Lawrence Day: playing your part in an inclusive society

On the 22nd of April, Stephen Lawrence was murdered at just 18 in an unprovoked racist attack. No convictions were made ...Read more

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Mar 28 2022

6 Ways to reduce stress in the workplace

6 Ways to reduce stress in the workplace

79% of British adults in employment commonly experience work-related stress¹. Stress can develop in any job, even if you...Read more

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Mar 25 2022

Music for the mind: Health Assured Spotify launch

Music for the mind: Health Assured Spotify launch

A world without music? We just can’t imagine it. There’s something about the tones and melodies of our favourite tunes t...Read more

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Mar 3 2022

Bipolar Disorder 

Bipolar Disorder 

Bipolar disorder is a health problem that affects 1 in every 100 people in the UK. It has serious implications on a pers...Read more

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Mar 3 2022

February 2022

Psychosis

Psychosis

It’s fair to consider psychosis as an escape from reality. People can become so fixated by internal thoughts, it makes i...Read more

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Feb 24 2022

Dissociative Disorder

Dissociative Disorder

Dissociative disorder is a psychological condition that can be unhealthy and demanding during daily life. Employers have...Read more

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Feb 24 2022

University Mental Health Day 2024

University Mental Health Day 2024

Student mental health is a growing concern everywhere. And no student should ever feel alone with their mental health.  ...Read more

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Feb 22 2022

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a serious illness which can disrupt lives. Repetitive compulsions and habits can ...Read more

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Feb 18 2022

Self-Esteem

Self-Esteem

Self-esteem isn’t categorised as a mental health illness itself. But it can have damning impacts on one’s psychological ...Read more

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Feb 10 2022

Body Dysmorphia

Body Dysmorphia

Body dysmorphia is an illness which can impact an individual’s personal and professional life.   As an employer, you are...Read more

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Feb 10 2022

Complex PTSD

Complex PTSD

When trauma is left untreated, it can seep into a person’s everyday life. Their psychological and physiological state ca...Read more

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Feb 3 2022

Supporting LGBT mental health at work

Supporting LGBT mental health at work

Research carried out by European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights found that 9% of LGBTQ+ applicants felt discriminat...Read more

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Feb 3 2022

January 2022

Staying positive on social media

Staying positive on social media

The world of communication is moving quickly. This accelerated pace is both good and bad. We can shift information aroun...Read more

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Jan 28 2022

Intrusive Thoughts

Intrusive Thoughts

When dealing with conditions like intrusive thoughts, it can be difficult to provide the right help. From time to time, ...Read more

Health Assured team

Jan 27 2022

How to cope with uncertainty

How to cope with uncertainty

Uncertainty can sometimes feel like we’re fumbling around in a dark room with no lights. Like we’re on a journey, but we...Read more

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Jan 25 2022

Depression Assessment

Depression Assessment

Research shows that poor mental health among employee’s costs UK employers up to £45bn each year. These costs stem from ...Read more

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Jan 21 2022

Improving employee work-life balance

Improving employee work-life balance

Most of the time, we tend to prioritise our professional life over our personal one. It’s very common to see people grow...Read more

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Jan 13 2022

Supporting Employees in Single Parent Households

Supporting Employees in Single Parent Households

Finding the balance between work and family life can be difficult. But for employees living in single parent households,...Read more

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Jan 10 2022

Smoking Breaks at Work

Smoking Breaks at Work

Since the UK-wide national ban, it’s reported that people have significantly reduced or ended overall smoking habits. Ar...Read more

Health Assured team

Jan 7 2022

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