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Thriving Amidst the Hustle: Reimagining Mental Health in Lagos
Lagos — Nigeria’s economic and cultural epicentre — is a city that thrives on ambition, creativity, and relentless drive. Its vibrant...
Omorogieva Sylvester Ihonwa
Apr 23, 20255 min read
The Growth of Hyper-individualism in Western Society
A rather shocking discourse which has been appearing on my social media feed recently is, “Would you pick your friend up from the...
Sara Soltanpour
Apr 22, 20254 min read
Are you interested in how our mind and body are connected?
The Mind-Body Interface MSc is the perfect course for you! My journey getting on the course After my undergraduate studies as a...
Emanuela Kwokal
Apr 17, 20255 min read
Single Motherhood: A Journey of Growth and Self-Discovery
When I started a relationship in my first year of university, I didn’t know it would unlock a journey of pain, growth, motherhood, bitterness, and healing.
Monicah Githu
Apr 16, 20254 min read
The Fragrant Connection Between Our Sense of Smell and Aromatherapy
As Ramadan comes to an end, the scent of fresh henna (a temporary form of body art) on my hands brings back a flood of memories from...
Layecha Fidahoussen
Apr 15, 20254 min read
The Troubling Impact of Trump's Health and Science Policies
As an American living in England, working in health and science research for the past 7 years, I've observed from across the Atlantic how my home country's immense potential is often overshadowed by policies that seem to harm rather than help its citizens.
Anonymous
Apr 10, 20255 min read
The House That Disappeared in the Rain
When I was six, I learned that a house could disappear overnight. In Malang, rain wasn’t just water falling from the sky. Sometimes it...
Fendy Satria Tulodo
Apr 9, 20255 min read
Ensuring Real Choice in End-of-Life Care
Why Should Improvements in Palliative and Social Care Be an Integral Part of the Assisted Dying Legislation in the UK? Trigger warning:...
Francesca Mancino
Apr 8, 20255 min read
Adolescence: the Trojan horse to end violence against women?
Last weekend, I decided to watch Netflix’s new drama Adolescence. I had been apprehensive to watch it, assuming it would be another...
Sorcha Alford
Apr 7, 20255 min read
Battling burnout in journalism: an industry that doesn't love you back
I’m a reporter, journalist and producer for the biggest broadcaster in the world. It sounds impressive but what is it really like to work...
Vicky
Apr 3, 20255 min read
Two Perspectives on One War
Perspective I: The Distance of Fear On October 7, 2023, I was in New York. Autumn was settling into the city with a kind of effortless...
Ruwan Teodros
Apr 2, 20254 min read
From Breakdown to Breakthrough: How Bipolar Brought Us Closer
I remember my diagnosis; Bipolar Type 1 with Schizo-affective tendencies, and the initial wave of anger that came with it.
Sean Colgrave
Apr 1, 20255 min read
A Life-long Commitment: Transgender Arab Realities
Trigger Warning : The following article contains mention of suicidal thoughts. Author's own photography My name is Jan, and I am a...
Jan Amin
Apr 1, 20255 min read
A Familiar Stranger at a Funeral
She leans her hand on the grey sandpaper wall, balancing out of her trainers and into black pumps. She only ever wears them to job
Rua Crozier-Khell
Mar 28, 20255 min read
In Focus: How Photography Grounds Me
Photography has always been more than just a hobby for me—it has allowed me to process emotions, navigate difficult moments, and connect...
Isabella Fowden
Mar 27, 20255 min read
The Pain of Neglect: Women's Story of Disassociation
Black and white image from Unsplash As a young woman, I often find myself wondering what my place is. Both in life, what aspirations...
Pierrette Fortuna
Mar 26, 20255 min read
Is Training for a Marathon Good for my Mental Health?
I am at Week 10 of my training plan for the 2025 London Marathon. My first marathon. I know running is good for my mental health , but...
Carmine Pariante
Mar 25, 20255 min read
Young cancer survivors on the impact of cancer fakers
A hard pill to swallow Upon being confirmed to have cancer, you realise that so much of it is physical. Which is a hard pill to swallow,...
Ellie Philpotts
Mar 20, 20255 min read
Broaden Your Mind: Bringing back broad beans for mental health
As a plant biologist at the Sainsbury Laboratory Cambridge University, I am passionate about sustainable food security and resilience. I...
Nadia Mohd-Radzman
Mar 19, 20254 min read
Social Anxiety at University: How I Turned Fear into Connection
The Weight of Quiet I’ve always been someone who finds solace in the quiet moments—the kind of person who thrives in the stillness of a...
James Emrys
Mar 18, 20255 min read
Why Embracing Support Changed My University Experience
Just shy of 18, I boarded a plane from Dhaka to Sydney. Nervous about starting a new chapter away from my family, but ready to figure out...
Zane Thomas
Mar 17, 20255 min read
Young Carers need a break. Here’s how we can help them.
Aditya Akella Aditya is a 17-year-old student at St Paul’s School in London and a dedicated young carer from Kingston upon Thames. He...
Aditya Akella
Mar 13, 20256 min read
Late Autism Diagnosis Kept Me From, and Then Got Me, A Degree
My parents never went to college. As a result, the expectations placed on me as a child were high—so much so that those same expectations...
Kelsey Nichols
Mar 12, 20256 min read
The Researcher’s Teacup: Managing Wellbeing in a Demanding Workplace
For a moment, I stop taking notes. My office melts away in my periphery and the participant’s voice echoes in my head.
Hina Naela
Mar 11, 20255 min read
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