awareness
You Have No Idea What the Term 'Depressed' Really Means Until It Devours You
"Depression" was a just a word to me before, like "sandals" or "matinée". Now, I get a pang in my chest whenever I hear it and the memories of desperate, dark sadness flicker behind my eyes.
Why I Wish I'd Received My HIV Diagnosis At Home
My diagnosis in a clinic four years ago felt rushed and robotic. Looking back, I'd have much rather have used one of the new home-testing kits and let it all sink in before getting clinical support.
How Do You Help Someone You Love When They're Depressed?
One in five of us will experience depression in our lifetime – here are some tips on how to help someone when they are unwell.
Is an LGBT School a Good Idea?
Either way, it emphasises how bleak a prospect life can be for young LGBT people in Britain.
Young and Self-Harming: Why Are So Many Kids Hospitalising Themselves?
The government has yet another shameful mental health problem on its hands.
Valium Can Be Harder to Withdraw from Than Heroin
Sadly, I only found out once I'd become addicted – at 26.
Young and Living With HIV
The new Public Health England report estimates that 24 percent of the people in the UK with HIV are currently undiagnosed. We need to start talking about it.
The Hero Doctor Who's Helping Disabled Brits Get Laid
Dr Tuppy Owens wonders why we still frown upon the idea of disabled people "getting randy" and enjoying sex.