MHFA England has published nine Workplace Mental Health First Aid Standards. What they ask of employers, what is worth noticing, and where Scottish organisations should start.
Why your mood dips when the clocks go back, how to tell the winter blues from something more, and the simple things that actually help.
Winter Blues: Why Your Mood Dips and What Actually Helps Read More »
Why so many men struggle in silence, what it can look like, and how to start a conversation that actually sounds like them.
Why Men Stay Silent About Their Mental Health (and How to Start the Conversation) Read More »
Most people don’t suddenly burn out. They ignore lots of small warning signs first. How to spot burnout early, and what actually helps.
Burnout: The Warning Signs, and What Actually Helps Read More »
Why veterinary teams carry more than most, what a practice goes through after a loss, and where mental health first aid fits.
Mental Health First Aid for Vets: Looking After the People Who Look After the Animals Read More »
Sooner or later, somebody in HR says it: “I’ve found another course for £100 less.” It’s a fair thing to notice. Training budgets are real, and nobody wants to pay more than they need to. But before you compare prices, it helps to know what you’re actually comparing. This article is part of our practical
How Much Does Mental Health First Aid Training Cost? And What Should You Get for It? Read More »
A manager’s guide to the first few days after you notice someone is struggling: what to say, how to check in without it feeling like pressure, and when not to wait.
Someone on My Team Is Struggling: What Do I Do This Week? Read More »
Someone’s work has slipped and they might be struggling. What should a manager do first? Notice the change, start with the person, then the performance.
Mental Health and Underperformance: What Managers Should Do First Read More »
Your job in the first 48 hours isn’t to fix people’s reactions. It’s to create enough safety, clarity and support that you don’t make a difficult situation harder.
When Something Traumatic Happens at Work: What Managers Need to Do in the First 48 Hours Read More »
A certificate shows someone took part. A qualification shows their learning was assessed against a standard. Why the difference matters when you invest in mental health training.