DHM Spotlight: “I have a fear of being ‘too much’”
Sophie is a first-year student at the university, who bravely opens up about her experience with her mental health.
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DHM Spotlight: “All of my conditions are interlinked with one another”
Iona, a postgraduate student in her fourth year at Leicester, opens up about her experiences with multiple conditions, including learning difficulties and mental health issues.
The Legacy of the Tokyo Olympics Redefines Athletes as Humans rather than Superheroes – and that’s a good thing!
Media are often guilty of treating athletes like they are programmed to win, however, the story that dominated the Tokyo Olympics was not about success at all costs but, rather, how this attitude can impact the wellbeing and mental health of athletes.
It doesn’t matter how it happened – Naomi Osaka was right to withdraw from the French Open to care for her mental health
An exploration of tennis champion Naomi Osaka’s withdrawal from the French Open after her refusal to participate with the press due to her mental health.
The ugly truth of football betting
Placing a bet can make any football game more exciting. Money always has and always will be something that we are all drawn to, so the opportunity to pocket some ‘easy cash’ is not usually turned down by regular gamblers.
My NHS Nightmare: Living in Chronic Pain
A student’s account of her healthcare experience, feeling neglected and living in daily pain while awaiting treatment.
Could a sentence save somebody’s life?
A writer reflects on how taking a stand could change the path of someone’s life.
Doomscrolling and You
@olliegmonk interviews Dr. Michelle O’Reilly to find out more about doomscrolling and its impact on mental health.
Reflecting on my mental health during the pandemic.
When people talk about their mental health, I never claim I have anxiety because I feel like I don’t suffer like some people do. But I do.
How to be an imperfect meditator?
Meditation is not an end goal; it is about being present.
SU Elections: Who will be your next Wellbeing Officer?
As I’m sure you’re all aware by now, SU Executive Officer elections are very much underway. As part of LSM’s election coverage, I spoke to the two running candidates for Wellbeing – Karli Wagener and Millie Loader – about their manifestos and aspirations for the next year if elected.
“Students are not seen as humans, they are seen as a way of taking money, more like someone to pickpocket”
Louise Manley, leader of UoL rent strike, speaks about their ongoing campaign calling on the university to treat students fairly, and put well-being before profit.
Fed up and Heading Home: My First Semester at University
A look into a first year’s experience of semester one and what led them to the decision to leave halls.
150 Days and Counting: Leicester in Lockdown
In Leicester, where higher COVID-19 restrictions have not been lifted for more than 150 days, I discuss my experiences of living and studying in the city.
Young people, mental health, and social media
A generation of young people with poor mental health has been produced, and the statistics speak for themselves.
Why every day should be treated as World Mental Health Day
This article explores the need for World Mental Health Day and challenges governmental and societal attitudes to mental health in the UK.
Feeling Depressed, Disappointed and Deceived – My first few weeks at University
An insight into a first-year student’s experience of Freshers Week and the potentially harmful impact on students’ mental health during this time.
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