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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 — to listen. Too often, young people feel unheard. One thing we kept hearing over and over was: “No one listens to us.” That’s a powerful message, and one we must take seriously....
Empowering young male carers: A call to action on young carers action day
Young Carers Action Day, an annual event spearheaded by Carers Trust, takes centre stage every mid-March. This day serves as a crucial reminder to communities and organisations worldwide to come together in support of the often-overlooked heroes among us—young carers....
Smoking: A hazardous habit affecting both physical and mental health
Smoking has long been recognised as a public health concern due to its detrimental impact on physical well-being. However, the detrimental effects of smoking extend beyond the realm of physical health. In this blog, we will delve into the dangers of smoking, shedding...
Agoraphobia is a type of anxiety disorder
Agoraphobia is a type of anxiety disorder characterised by a fear of being in certain places or situations that might cause panic, embarrassment or helplessness. These places or situations can include open spaces, public transportation, shopping centres or crowds....