By Hamzah Amir Ahmed While today may be a normal day for some, for many charities and organisations, it’s an occasion of great importance as it marks World Mental Health Day. World […]
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Striking a Balance – Walking Football & Mental Health in Glasgow
By Samuel Ukah Various studies have highlighted the beneficial impacts of physical exercise on people’s mental health; however, one not-so-traditional sport has been impacting a community in Glasgow. The John Sutton Community […]
The Influence of Student Residence on a Successful Degree
By Daniel Cecura This article explores the vital role of student accommodations. Beyond living spaces, these residences are hubs of learning and connection, shaping the student experience. From fostering collaboration to providing […]
“Man up”: The Stigma Behind Men’s Mental Health
By Amber Ali Around the world, among various races, ethnicities and religions, males often avoid speaking about their mental wellbeing. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there is a higher rate […]
Students Struggling in the Scottish Hospitality Industry
By Liv Thomson The Busiest Time of Year Glasgow is well known across the UK for its hospitality. The industry, however, has been suffering recently, in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, […]
Mental health the key if schools are forced to close once again in 2022
By Peter Quinn Teachers are warning that the focus will need to be on the mental health of themselves, parents and students if the effects of the Omicron COVID-19 variant force schools […]
Liam Docherty: Effects of lockdown and mental health awareness
By Pearse McLaughlin Cumbernauld resident Liam Docherty has opened up about his struggles with mental health during lockdown and how he was demotivated with online learning. He stayed in contact with friends […]
The Dark Side to the Beautiful Game
By Calum Brown Liverpool-born midfielder Greg Tansey started his career at Stockport County, before a move up north came about with Inverness Caledonian Thistle. Whilst in the Highlands with the Caley Jags, […]
“I don’t want to be lonely again”: Scottish young ‘shielders’ worry about a return to tougher restrictions for the clinically vulnerable
By Meg Montague Mainland Scotland was placed into lockdown on Jan 4 to combat the surge in new coronavirus cases, and those who qualify as clinically vulnerable were advised to shield again. […]
A Merry Little Covid Christmas – 8 Tips to Cope with a Holiday away from Home
By Sandrine Wyrich (@SunnyWyrich_) It’s Christmas, if you hadn’t already noticed from the excessive Christmasy songs on the radio and relentless TV ads. This year is set to be different though. The […]
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