This Epilepsy Awareness Week, The Brain Charity is calling for greater understanding of Epilepsy and its everyday impact. Over 50 million people globally are affected by Epilepsy, with nearly 80% of cases found in low/middle-income countries. Despite its prevalence, Epilepsy remains widely misunderstood and extends far beyond seizures.

A leadership expert has warned companies looking to embark on a timetable of wellbeing initiatives for mental health awareness week that they can’t “spa trip their way out of a bad culture.” Drew Povey, author and founder of the Drew Povey Consultancy, says organisations need to instead focus on embedding wellbeing into their culture, rather than relying on a programme of activities for one wee…

It’s April again, which means unpredictable downpours, the hopeful return of sunshine, and—most importantly—Autism Acceptance Month. If you’re thinking, 'Wait… what exactly is that?' You're not alone. Lots of people know autism exists, but understanding it is a whole different story. Autism is a spectrum, and there’s always more to learn.

A little bit of stress is good for you, but too much can have severe consequences on both your physical and mental health. Negative stress is implicated in all major mental illnesses and all lifestyle-related illnesses, such as type 2 diabetes; it is even implicated in autoimmune illness, cancer, etc. How can you tell if you are feeling stressed?