What happiness means to children
From research by Professor Fan Yang, University of
Happiness is one important parenting goals in today's modern society. Children's sense of happiness is not driven solely by immediate desires, but by a concern for goodness and actions that benefit themselves and others.
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NHS - We need to talk about trauma
From an article by A Better NHS
"Learning about trauma has transformed my GP practice, helping me make sense of much that has frustrated, worried, exhausted me for years. I am now committed to sharing lessons with other healthcare professionals."
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Building a community wellbeing data hub in Widnes
From a report by Civic Data Co-operative
What is wellbeing? Research with residents - emotional, physical, spiritual health, human connection, getting to places, community spirit, support, respect, kindness, values, public spaces and services..
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Confronting the toll of hook-up culture
From an article by The Institute of Family Studies
The consequences are tangible psychological distress, embarrassment, loss of respect, distrust, difficulties with maintaining steady relationships, STDs, depression, anxiety. We need to model something different.
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Imposter syndrome
From information by Dr Valerie Young
Impostor-related thoughts and feelings lead to unproductive behaviours which are costly to individuals and their organisation. An estimated 70% of achievers - men and women - have experienced impostor syndrome.
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Alternative Walking Tours - Invisible Cities
From an article by Reasons to be Cheerful
Invisible Cities is a social enterprise that trains people affected by homelessness to become walking tour guides of their own city. The training focuses on confidence building, public speaking and customer service.
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Walking in Gratitude
From a video by Take Care
When Nicola, a working mother of four, faces serious mental and physical health issues, she finds herself saying, “thank you.” She discovers that by practicing gratitude, she is able to..
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