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Bedfordshire sees rise in Stress and Anxiety – Why talking matters more than ever
Stress and anxiety are rising across Bedfordshire. New figures show more people are being admitted to hospital because they are struggling to cope. This is not just a number. It is a real warning sign that many people are suffering in silence. In 2023–24, there were about 16,190 hospital admissions for anxiety in the NHS Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes area. This was up from 12,780 the year before. That is a big jump in only 12 months. At...
The Way I Am
In the Sing for the Moment, let your voice be heard,Lose Yourself in the struggle, it’s more than just words.Mockingbird whispers, hope for tomorrow,Through the Darkness, we carry our sorrow. Stan tells a tale, a burden to bear,The weight of our thoughts, too heavy to...
Listening to Young Voices: The impact of the ‘My Perspective’ Programme.
Recently, Luke Newman, founder of 'For Men To Talk', joined forces with 'Parallel Lives' to deliver a new pilot programme called 'My Perspective'. This project was rolled out in a local school, working closely with Year 9 students. The aim of the programme was simple...
Breaking the stereotype: Men and eating disorders
Eating disorders, often thought of as predominantly affecting women, have long been stigmatised and misunderstood. However, it's crucial to recognise that these complex mental health issues can impact anyone, regardless of gender. Men, too, grapple with eating...