“I've learned that I am not just my diagnosis”
Guest blogger Claudia was diagnosed with autism when she was 19, despite struggling with the condition since the age of 4. She shares her story.
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“There is no shame in not being okay”
Samara writes about her experience of anxiety and depression, overcoming perfectionism and how she came to be part of a new anti-stigma project, Let’s Talk Mental Health.
Mental Health Awareness Week 2019
This year's Mental Health Awareness Week focuses on body image, and the impact our relationship with our body has on our mental health.
"So many young people aren’t in the position to get the help they desperately need”
We spoke to MQ ambassador George about his experience of anxiety and how he came to be part of a new anti-stigma project, Let’s Talk Mental Health.
“I'm never quick to judge; everyone has their own internal battles every day”
Guest blogger Domenique reflects on coping with her friend's suicide - from feeling confused and guilty, to campaigning for mental health awareness and pledging to treat everyone with kindness.
Dr Shahzad Malik becomes MQ’s new Chair
MQ has today announced that Dr Shahzad Malik has become the organisation’s new Chair. He takes over from Sir Philip Campbell, who stepped down as Chair last month, while remaining on the Board until the end of the year.
“I’ve learned to embrace my differences”
On Autism Awareness Month, guest blogger Mair writes about her diagnosis of autism, how she embraces her differences and her hopes for what research can achieve.
Why do people often experience depression and heart disease at the same time?
MQ-funded scientists believe they have identified a link between depression and heart disease.