Although everyone will be affected in different ways by coronavirus, we’re all in this together. In these blogs and podcasts, we hear about people's own experience of coronavirus – from a doctor to a Year 11 student, a retired bishop to a young dad, a digital wellbeing expert to a football club director. Check back soon for more stories.
Blogs
The 4 Rs of self-forgiveness by Maaria Mahmood and Hadil Nour of the Muslim Youth Helpline
Being a graduate in lockdown: Sophie’s story
Dealing with anxiety: Travis’s story (age 16)
Happiness - be a good friend to yourself first
How volunteering boosted my mental wellbeing: Carl’s story (age 14)
It’s okay to not be okay! by Paige Keen, aged 15
Coping with stress by Paul Hurst, a counsellor, therapist and non-religious pastoral carer
"Imagine a world in which even cartoons for children tell boys they can’t feel upset; they must be superheroes. That was my world." by Antonio Ferreira
Five smooth stones (dealing with depression and post-traumatic stress) by former police officer Nigel Fawcett-Jones
Supporting the self-care and mental health of students and young people by Dr Richard Graham, Consultant Psychiatrist and Clinical Lead for Good Thinking
The kindness of neighbours: Sarah’s story
Reflecting on ways to live better: Taiwo's story
There is so much noise around: JC Candanedo
Facing COVID-19 with Asperger’s: Chris’s story
Adjusting to a new way of living: Alis Rowe, autistic creator and entrepreneur
GCSEs 2020: a student's perspective
Self-isolation: Callum's story (age 12)
Self-isolation: Harry's story (age 21)
Self-isolation: Grace’s story (age 15)
Videos
Eddie Marsan shares his experience of lockdown
Janet Ellis shares her experience of coping with grief and isolation during lockdown
Feeling Good App: Dr Alastair Dobbin - Co-founder and Medical Director
Connecting with nature: Emma Tolley, The Eden Project
Muslim Youth Helpline (Maaria Mahmood & Hadil Nour)
Brent Medical Practice (Yolanda Agyemang-Baah)
Mental Health and debt - Christians Against Poverty (CAP)
Make positive changes where you live: Tracey Robbins
Build healthy habits with the tomo community: Gus Booth-Clibborn
Want to stop bullying behaviour? It starts with the dictionary… Alex Holmes and Will Poulter
Mental health from a male perspective: Antonio Ferreira
Supporting the whole family through the pandemic: Paula Ludley, co-founder, Nine Day Week
Shout – the crisis text line: Victoria Hornby, CEO, Mental Health Innovations
The future of work: Nicola Millard, Principal Innovation Partner, BT
Supporting students through coronavirus: Mhairi Underwood, Head of Community, The Student Room
Supporting a healthy screen/life balance during the pandemic: Tanya Goodin, Digital Wellbeing Expert
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