Mental Health

Portsmouth council offers £1,000 to groups supporting residents

Pictured: Mental Health Motorbike anniversary event

Bikers mark one year of Mental Health Motorbike meetings

The IMHA are committing to putting lived experience at the centre of designing and developing care

Ad Feature IMHA backs lived experience in mental healthcare reform

The quotes were made using reverse graffiti, and appear on pavements across London

Only one in 10 Brits feel comfortable checking on someone's wellbeing

Guests gather at the opening of the new Next Gen gym at Harbour School

New school gym offers young people a space to feel safe and supported

Smartphones can expose children to risks including cyberbullying, scams, inappropriate content and privacy issues.

7 risks to check before your child gets a phone

Alice Hendy MBE

Charity leader warns of 'hidden' signs of suicide

SALT Festival is in its fourth year

SALT Festival returns to Victoria Park to tackle mental health stigma

Mental Health Motorbike meets monthly

Mental Health Motorbike celebrates one year of community meetings

Joshua Warner, left, with his sister, Eleanor Warner.

Exclusive Medical practitioners 'could not have prevented' uni student's death

University of Portsmouth student Joshua Warner died age 21 on January 31, 2023.

Exclusive Uni student told doctors his mental health had improved, inquest told

The UK has the worst mental health in Europe and the third worst in the world

UK worst in Europe for mental health

SEND classroom

Consultations open for new special needs places at two schools

Padel tennis courts with accompanying coffee unit proposed for this Kildare town. FILE PHOTOGRAPH / PIXABAY

Go-ahead given for new padel tennis courts despite noise concerns

Vinnie passionately believes more needs to be done to help those struggling with mental health problems

Vinnie Jones blasts tech for fuelling mental health struggles

Hussain Manawer wrote a poem capturing the realities of caring for ourselves and others as part of AXA Health's Cover that Cares campaign.

More than a third of the sandwich generation feel overlooked
More than four in 10 of the sandwich generation always put others first.
Alice Hughes

One in eight young people are not in education or employment

Ad Feature Occupational therapists are the 'missing link' to help unemployment

The survey goes far beyond finances, with respondents feeling stressed, overwhelmed and anxious when faced with money worries

More than one in three adults have avoided asking for financial help

Day 100 of 100 sea swims!

100 Swims for Portsmouth 100 and Foster Portsmouth

Jordan Folkard (30) from Sullivan Way, Purbrook, is looking to spread the word of his #RadioCheck mission to raise awareness of mental health and the importance of checking in with loved ones, friends and strangers.

Man starts mission to increase mental health conversations

Sitting balls improve your posture and encourage movement - and they’re cheaper than you might think

Office gadgets designed to improve posture and wellbeing from £30

Ever tried working on a Sitting Ball? You really should

Desk wellness gadgets that could transform your day from under £30

Woman's inspirational journey shared

John Grant of Solent Original Walks is launching mental health walks from Monday, March 9, 2026 where he will be giving guided tours or Portsmouth History whilst raising money for various mental health charities

Pictured: John Grant at Old Portsmouth where he starts his walks on Tuesday 4th March 2026

New Portsmouth walks aim to help support mental health

Voters of the awards will have the chance to win a donation to their favourite charity.

Ad Feature Voting opens for 2026 Smiley Charity Film Awards with £100k prize fund

Over half of the UK’s new mothers reported feeling a loss of identity.

Ad Feature Three in four UK mothers experience 'role confusion' after childbirth

Southsea local Paul Pook, a former professional rugby player and international coach, will take to the freezing sea to launch a suicide prevention campaign.

Former rugby player looks to tackle rise in athlete suicide
It is not everyday that you see a former professional rugby player taking on a tackle bag in the freezing sea off Eastney beach.
Joe Williams

Effraim Catlow, professional BMX flatland rider and manager of Southsea Skatepark.

“I’m a professional BMX flatland rider - It's like an art form for me"

Suella Braverman, Conservative MP for Fareham and Waterlooville

Tories criticised for using mental health as a "political football"

Royal Navy sailors aboard HMS Oardacious finished "the world's toughest row", a trek of 3,000 miles from the Canaries to Antigua. Pictured: Addison Taylor, Richard Purdy, Guy Wilton and Liam Hoddy.

Determined Royal Navy sailors complete "world's toughest row"

Despite our good intentions, New Year's resolutions often don't stick around.

The 7 reasons New Year's resolutions often fail according to an expert

Local NHS Trust is providing tips to help people manage their mental health over winter.

Supporting you this winter – NHS issues top tips to keep you well over the comin...

Alice Hendy MBE CEO of R;pple with the CSJ Award presented by Sir Gareth Southgate.

“We're truly honoured" - Pioneering charity wins national award

76% of business owners reported that their mental health has directly suffered as a consequence of chasing unpaid invoices.

Ad Feature Survey reveals hidden toll of late payments on UK business owners

The clocks going forward or backwards can interrupt sleep patterns, experts say

The impact the clocks changing has on you - what the science says

October is Menopause Awareness Month and WeightWatchers is helping support women’s health and wellbeing

October is Menopause Awareness Month

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) undertook an unannounced assessment of the urgent and emergency care services at QA Hospital on 6, 7, and 10 May 2025.

Inspectors find design "shortfalls" in QA's new mental health areas

Women were more likely than men to feel worried about money, research reveals

One in three Brits say hiding money worries damages relationships

Lisa Snowdon, Chief Joy Officer for Reserve, by Warner Hotels, takes to the streets of Chipping Norton to discover what brings people joy

Millions of over-50s are experiencing their most satisfying decade

One in 20 people in the UK are diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder.

How to manage the symptoms of SAD this winter with these top tips

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'Playing with fire is my therapy': Inside Portsmouth firedancing club

Portsmouth FC fan Daniel O'Brien carries the baton through Fratton Park.

Baton of Hope carried through city - uplifting movement greeted warmly

“Clutter can affect not just your space, but also your energy and peace of mind."- Dilly Carter

The average Brit hangs onto 17 items they never use - just in case

Eugene Scardifield is climbing to Everest Base Camp 10 years after brother’s tragic murder to raise money for charity.

Man climbing to Everest Base Camp 10 years after brother’s murder

Callum Hornby, 24, of Grange Road in Petersfield was sentenced to seven years in jail for domestic abuse offences including assault and strangulation.

Man jailed seven years for "abhorrent" domestic abuse offences

45 per cent of Brits believe they spend more time talking to people digitally than they do in person

Gen Z most often experience feelings of loneliness, study reveals

In one snap poll, most teachers felt the changes weren't addressing the mental health impact inspections could have

Why teachers are concerned about the new Ofsted inspection changes

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6 top tips to support your mental health while facing money worries

Eight in 10 teachers reported separations having a negative impact on both their pupils' attendance and performance

'Messy separations' are affecting children and schools, teachers say

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The family of Samantha Young, 49, of Wickham, are calling for an independent investigation after the coroner raised concerns with her treatment from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Coroner critical of NHS Trust after woman took her own life

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I’m a wellbeing expert: how to spot if you’re ‘quiet cracking’ at work

Not knowing how it will go on results day can be a huge source of stress

Mental health tips every student needs to know before results day

Playing at the beach and walking around the zoo topped the list

The top 20 'kids' activities that parents secretly love

Portsmouth City Council Civic Offices in Guildhall SquarePicture: Allan Hutchings (150076-182)

Mental health leads causes of staff absence at city council