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BBC presenter Xanthe Palmer shines a spotlight on dyspraxia, a complex and life-changing disorder which she has and says is frequently misunderstood
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May 10th -16th 2021 is Mental Health Awareness Week with the focus on connecting with nature. Find out more and get some tips.
by BAPAM | May 10, 2021 | Stories
Actor Tuppence Middleton is known for her roles in Black Mirror, War and Peace, The Imitation Game and Mank, among others. She has OCD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Here she talks to three other people who are also living with OCD
by BAPAM | Mar 16, 2021 | Stories
Ahead of his BBC Three documentary, Roman talks about dealing with his own mental health issues – and remembers his friend Joe Lyons.
by BAPAM | Mar 9, 2021 | Stories
When the roadmap for lifting lockdown restrictions was set out a couple of weeks ago a lot of people felt like they had a summer to look forward to.
by BAPAM | Feb 26, 2021 | Stories
This guest blog is written by PhD candidate, lecturer and trained actor Julia Grieshofer. Her research at University College London focuses on actors’ mental health and their resilience.
by BAPAM | Feb 18, 2021 | Stories
Celebs Go Dating star Tom Read Wilson has shared the methods he uses to combat lockdown anxiety.
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Good Grief Festival returns online this March (27th and 28th), with a programme of over 40 free events and 70+ speakers. This time we’ll be exploring the themes of ‘hope’ and ‘meaning’ at a time when the UK is mourning over 100,000 lives lost to...
by BAPAM | Feb 9, 2021 | Stories
How a YouTube music channel became a mental health hub
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The term “gaslighting” comes from a play and subsequent film called “Gaslight.” In the film the husband manipulates and torments his wife, to convince her she’s going mad. Here are some ways of identifying gaslighting.
by BAPAM | Dec 22, 2020 | Stories
In 2014 Comedian Sarah Millican began to spend Christmas day bringing together on Twitter people who do not want to be on their own, and she’s doing it again this year. Use the hashtag #Joinin to connect all of us who could do with some company. Find...
by BAPAM | Nov 6, 2020 | Stories
Former What Not To Wear presenter Susannah Constantine has revealed she is an alcoholic and has been in recovery for almost seven years.
by BAPAM | Oct 22, 2020 | Stories
On YouTube, he appears as a really fun and outgoing guy – but inside, he felt miserable.
by BAPAM | Oct 6, 2020 | Stories
To mark World Mental Health Day 2020, the mayor of London’s Outreach team and Thrive LDN will be hosting a virtual young Londoner led festival. All activities are free, and open to all!
by BAPAM | Oct 1, 2020 | Stories
For Gail Porter, the late 90s were both the best and worst of times.
by BAPAM | Jun 2, 2020 | Stories
Zoella is the creation of vlogger and Youtube sensation, Zoe Sugg. Here is an article about the benefit of gardening to mental well-being from the Team Zoella blog.
by BAPAM | May 20, 2020 | Stories
Just before lockdown, Equity and ArtMinds worked with the Young Vic on this YV:IDemystify session on Resilience. The video is now available online
by BAPAM | May 18, 2020 | Stories
This BBC 2 documentary airs on May 21st and follows comedian and actor, Tony Slattery as he meets mental health professsionals to discuss his own situation.
by BAPAM | May 18, 2020 | Stories
It is Mental Health Awareness week, May 18th – 24th 2020, and the theme is Kindness. It seems appropriate to share this from People United – Changing the World through Arts and Kindness
by BAPAM | May 5, 2020 | Stories
The baker and author spoke to the BBC about her anxiety and how it is important to ‘be kind to ourselves’.
by BAPAM | Apr 14, 2020 | Stories
The Help Hub has been set up to support individuals who find themselves with limited contact due to the Covid-19 Coronavirus.
by BAPAM | Apr 6, 2020 | Stories
James Corden says he’s been struggling during the Covid-19 outbreak, but has started broadcasting live from his garage in LA.
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April marks the start of Stress Awareness Month!
by BAPAM | Mar 30, 2020 | Stories
Two comedians explain how their jobs affect their emotional well being – and how they hope to help their audiences.
by BAPAM | Mar 25, 2020 | Stories
Malone’s uplifting initiative aims to bring the nation together through the power of music as coronavirus measures continue across the country.
by BAPAM | Mar 16, 2020 | Stories
If you are feeling anxious or worried about the virus here are some sources of advice from: Mind (Coronavirus and your wellbeing) Anxiety UK (Health and Other Forms of Anxiety and...
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The actor was 11 when he won the title role in the Potter film series and recently talked about his family helping him keep a sense of “perspective”. Yet he said he could understand why other child actors have had substance issues in the years following...
by BAPAM | Feb 19, 2020 | Stories
For 2020, Leicester Comedy Festival is having a specific focus on mental health and well-being including ways in which those performing and attending the festival can look after each other across the 19 days. They have produced this toolkit.
by BAPAM | Feb 13, 2020 | Stories
The actor has channelled Bob Dylan and received an honour at just 29. Now she’s finally ready for primetime.
by BAPAM | Feb 6, 2020 | Stories
Mental health problems affect one in four of us, yet too many people are made to feel isolated, ashamed and worthless because of this. Time to Talk Day encourages everyone to be more open about mental health – to talk, to listen, to change...
by BAPAM | Jan 24, 2020 | Stories
Alexander Ludwig on Sharing His Recovery Journey, Playing the ‘Bad Boys’ Tech Guy
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Channel 4 begins broadcasting a new series on mental health on Tuesday 21 January at 10pm.
by BAPAM | Jan 14, 2020 | Stories
Actor, Linda Robson, Details Battle With Anxiety, Depression And Severe OCD On Loose Women Return
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American TV star Ricki Lake has unveiled her new buzz cut after revealing she has been struggling with the “quiet hell” of hair loss for almost 30 years.
by BAPAM | Dec 9, 2019 | Stories
The latest report from the annual UK Youth Index calls 16 to 25-year-olds the unhappiest generation for a decade. Even if you don’t have anxiety, depression or a diagnosed mental illness, better sleep and less stress is good for your overall health and well-being and...
by BAPAM | Nov 22, 2019 | Stories
Actor Stephen Graham has opened up about the time he attempted to take his own life, after suffering a breakdown.
by BAPAM | Oct 11, 2019 | Stories
Australian pop star Sia has revealed that she suffers from a disease that gives her chronic pain.
by BAPAM | Oct 9, 2019 | Stories
The promotional campaign for Scarlett Curtis’s last book didn’t quite go according to plan.
by BAPAM | Sep 30, 2019 | Stories
Actress Denise Welch has been praised after sharing her experience of the “unwelcome visitor” of depression.
by BAPAM | Sep 30, 2019 | Stories
Actor says he was ‘very ill’ with condition while filming Doctor Who
by BAPAM | Aug 12, 2019 | Stories
When Anna, an actress, fell in love with an older and more successful actor he seemed like the perfect man. It took time for her to realise that her fairytale romance had become an abusive relationship.
by BAPAM | Jul 18, 2019 | Stories
We are delighted that we are again able to offer The Sanctuary at this year’s Edinburgh Festival. A chance for fringe participants to get away from the crowds to a calm, completely quiet space providing a bit of peace in a comfortable environment. Free head,...
by BAPAM | Jul 15, 2019 | Stories
Ed Sheeran has opened up about the anxiety he now suffers from as a result of his international fame.
by BAPAM | Jul 2, 2019 | Stories
The Inbetweeners actor James Buckley has revealed he struggles to cope with fame and that it causes him anxiety.
by BAPAM | Jun 18, 2019 | Stories
Jess Glynne has said anxiety led to her cancelling a performance at the Isle of Wight festival at the weekend, minutes before she was due to go on stage.
by BAPAM | May 28, 2019 | Stories
Comedian Jason Manford has opened up about his struggles with mental health.
by BAPAM | May 23, 2019 | Stories
To coincide with Mental Health Awareness Week, BBC Sport got five men to sit down together and discuss their issues with masculinity, depression, body image and expectations.
by BAPAM | May 21, 2019 | Stories
David Harewood had a psychotic breakdown and was sectioned in his 20s. In this documentary, David traces his steps, meeting young people living with psychosis and the NHS professionals who treat them.
by BAPAM | May 15, 2019 | Stories
Mark Shenton writes about being aware of Mental Health Awareness Week and how theatre has impacted on his depression
by BAPAM | Apr 25, 2019 | Stories
Bebe Rexha has revealed she has bipolar disorder, saying it leaves her feeling unwell and unable to work.
by BAPAM | Apr 9, 2019 | Stories
BBC news presenter Alex Lovell suffered years of unwanted and increasingly menacing attention from a viewer.
by BAPAM | Apr 3, 2019 | Stories
A man who “wasted years” trying to sculpt his body has become an Instagram influencer on body positivity
by BAPAM | Mar 19, 2019 | Stories
Every week, around the country, groups of men meet for some straight-talking therapy. Could this be the answer to the male mental health crisis?
by BAPAM | Feb 14, 2019 | Stories
While shirtless posts aren’t unusual for celebrities on social media, Smith used his to open up about his battle with body image, admitting to starving himself for weeks ahead of upcoming photo shoots.
by BAPAM | Jan 31, 2019 | Stories
The Blue singer spoke out on the sad news, admitting he has only recently returned to social media in order to start a conversation about mental health following his younger brother’s death.
by BAPAM | Jan 25, 2019 | Stories
Katie Price backed by MPs following her petition for new laws to tackle online abuse
by BAPAM | Jan 16, 2019 | Stories
Journalist, Hattie Gladwell, reflects on the first time she called Samaritans.
by BAPAM | Jan 7, 2019 | Stories
The food writer, journalist and campaigner opens up about how alcohol took over her life once fame struck.
by BAPAM | Dec 6, 2018 | Stories
In 2014 Comedian Sarah Millican began to spend Christmas Day bringing together on Twitter people who do not want to be on their own, and she’s doing it again this year for the ninth time. Use the hashtag #Joinin to connect all of us who could do with some...
by BAPAM | Nov 8, 2018 | Stories
The actor tells all about her breakdown and her hard-won recovery.
by BAPAM | Oct 31, 2018 | Stories
Catherine Love, writing about Theatre for the Guardian, looks at the industry’s mental health stigma
by BAPAM | Oct 10, 2018 | Stories
Actress Keira Knightley has spoken about the mental breakdown she had aged 22 and being diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as she struggled with her sudden rise to fame
by BAPAM | Aug 28, 2018 | Stories
The singer says the past six months have been “incredibly difficult” and claims she’s been drinking “to numb my pain”.
by BAPAM | Aug 24, 2018 | Stories
Michaela Coel, the writer and actor behind comedy series Chewing Gum, has revealed she was sexually assaulted while working on the show.
by BAPAM | Aug 8, 2018 | Stories
A 60-minute film exploring neuro-diversity in the arts through the work of Samuel Beckett from disabled performer Jess Thom’s personal perspective.
by BAPAM | Aug 4, 2018 | Stories
Comedian and author Mark Watson remembers a major career setback, the value of talking, and how running keeps him balanced.
by BAPAM | Jul 31, 2018 | Stories
Almost a quarter of theatre productions at this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe deal with social issues, including Mental Health, women in society, and abuse.
by BAPAM | Jul 27, 2018 | Stories
The singer reveals how she “lost her sanity” after finding fame at a young age.
by BAPAM | Jul 27, 2018 | Stories
ArtsMinds will be running the Sanctuary Space at Fringe Central on more days than ever before. Come along on August 8th, 12th, 16th, 19th and 24th for a calm and peaceful environment away from the hectic world of the Fringe outside. Free head, neck and shoulder...
by BAPAM | Jul 18, 2018 | Stories
In this blog post, actor Graeme Brookes writes about coming to the end of a production, and the anxiety this can bring
by BAPAM | Jul 11, 2018 | Stories
MP Luciana Berger writes about the challenges facing the sector, reflecting on recent progress, and what still needs to be done.
by BAPAM | Jul 2, 2018 | Stories
Actor Chris Connel shares his experiences and talks of when the show can’t go on.
by BAPAM | Jun 18, 2018 | Stories
Equity is teaming up with the Actors Centre to offer monthly wellbeing drop-ins from July 2018. Are you dealing with bullying and harassment in your workplace, or any mental health issues? These drop-ins will provide a safe and confidential space for you to talk, and...
by BAPAM | May 29, 2018 | Stories
Homeland actor David Harewood talks openly about the mental health issues he has faced, and the positive impact of his recovery.
by BAPAM | May 10, 2018 | Stories
West End actors including Caroline Sheen and Jodie Jacobs have revealed their battles with anxiety in a bid to encourage more industry conversations around mental health.
by BAPAM | Apr 18, 2018 | Stories
Having been originally diagnosed in 2001, the singer has recently spoken for the first time about living with bipolar disorder and seeking treatment.
by BAPAM | Mar 9, 2018 | Stories
TALK has been started in London by actors Christian Edwards and Harry Long to create a community for anyone working in theatre and the wider entertainment industry who may be facing mental health issues to provide a space for them to speak to each other. First...
by BAPAM | Mar 1, 2018 | Stories
Today, March 1st, there is a focus on the mental health of people who live, work and study in Higher Education. ArtsMinds materials have been sent to university performing arts courses. Find out more about UMHD here
by BAPAM | Feb 22, 2018 | Stories
Performance anxiety can strike any performer at any point in their career. Here Stephanie Cole talks about stage fright and how it should be accepted as part of the job.
by BAPAM | Jan 31, 2018 | Stories
In October 2017 TV Presenter Chris Packham was the focus of a very personal and frank documentary about living with Asperger Syndrome which was not diagnosed until he was in his 40’s. The response was universally positive. Chris is also a patron of the National...
by BAPAM | Dec 19, 2017 | Stories
Will Young talks to the Evening Standard about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and living with anxiety.
by BAPAM | Dec 5, 2017 | Stories
In this article from earlier this year, published in the Guardian, Janet Henfrey, Sian Phillips and Timothy West discuss still working in their 80s
by BAPAM | Nov 21, 2017 | Stories
Comedian Aisling Bea’s father committed suicide when she was three years old. Here she talks about her father, coming to terms with his death and what it has given her.
by BAPAM | Oct 16, 2017 | Stories
This article by Annie Murphy Paul discovers the effective memorisation draws on physical and emotional engagement as much as they do pure brain power
by BAPAM | Oct 3, 2017 | Stories
Huffington Post staff writer, Ryan Barrell takes a look at this question
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Annabel Giles wrote this in 2014, offering a few personal tips on how to help someone suffering from depression. A former TV and radio presenter and writer, she is now a fully qualified counsellor/psychotherapist
by BAPAM | Sep 27, 2017 | Stories
Award winning American actress, Emma Stone, recently spoke publicly about her anxiety and coping with it.
by BAPAM | Aug 31, 2017 | Stories
Actor, comedian and writer Robert Webb talks about the damage done to boys by their being encouraged to repress feelings.
by BAPAM | Jul 24, 2017 | Stories
‘Illumination’ is a new series exploring the relationship between mental illness and creativity. Harriet Williamson is interviewing people engaged in art, music, theatre and many more creative avenues and inviting them to open up about their mental wellbeing and...
by BAPAM | Jul 24, 2017 | Stories
Last year the time4change initiative was launched by the Musical Theatre Academy (MTA). Within 2 months 100 arts organisations had signed the mental health charter which aims to start a conversation, remove the stigma and provide a knowledge base. Read the Charter...
by BAPAM | Jun 30, 2017 | Stories
The anonymous man of theatre, the West End Producer has a regular Q & A spot with the Stage. Here he tackles the question, ‘can performers talk openly about mental health problems without being seen as unreliable?’
by BAPAM | Jun 3, 2017 | Stories
Award winning writer, Annabel Abbs, asks about dance in schools
by BAPAM | Jun 3, 2017 | Stories
Denise Welch is an ambassador for MIND and has just released a new short psychological drama “Black Eyed Susan” Here she talks about her clinical depression.
by BAPAM | May 19, 2017 | Stories
Actor Adam Deacon talks about living with bipolar disorder with actor and fellow sufferer Stephen Fry. The interview was first shown on the Victoria Derbyshire Show on BBC2 on August 8th. The programme research team had contacted ArtsMinds for background and they...
by BAPAM | May 7, 2017 | Stories
In November 2016 writer and broadcaster Annie Caulfield died from cancer. In this article for Standard Issue her sister, Jo, writes about her grief.
by BAPAM | May 7, 2017 | Stories
Around 3% of the adult population suffer from ADHD,(Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and 5% of children – yet many people remain sceptical of its existence. Rory Bremner is on a personal mission to uncover the science of ADHD, a condition which he has...
by BAPAM | Apr 5, 2017 | Stories
Actor and writer Ian Puleston–Davies known for his work on Coronation Street but also Maigret, Marcella and Beowolf has made a programme for BBC Wales about his obsessive compulsive disorder.
by BAPAM | Mar 30, 2017 | Stories
Actress Jessica Brown Findlay, who recently played Ophelia in Hamlet in London, talks about having an eating disorder because “it might be something that could be useful to others.”
by BAPAM | Mar 15, 2017 | Stories
Kieran Shudall, the frontman of Liverpool group Circa Waves has revealed how struggles with anxiety and depression have shaped the band’s new sound.
by BAPAM | Feb 28, 2017 | Stories
David O’Mahony is an actor whose life was turned upside down resulting in depression. Here he shares his story, how he got through it and hopes it might help others.
by BAPAM | Feb 2, 2017 | Stories
To mark Time to Talk Day (February 2nd 2017), the BBC has interviewed eight people from around the country and a range of backgrounds about their mental well-being including an actor and a film maker. Here’s what they have to say.
by BAPAM | Jan 16, 2017 | Stories
An initiative from Ruby Wax, Frazzled Cafe meetings provide a ‘talk-in’ place where people who are feeling frazzled can meet on a regular basis to talk and share their personal stories in a safe, anonymous and non-judgmental environment – a place where...
by BAPAM | Dec 16, 2016 | Stories
Actor/writer Lena Dunham has been open about living with an anxiety disorder, telling People in 2014 that despite her enormous success, she has “kind of worn anxiety grooves into my brain. Here comedian (and depressed person) Jacqueline Novak talks with Lena...
by BAPAM | Nov 30, 2016 | Stories
Jonathan Broadbent who has won the Clarence Derwent Award for his supporting role as Guy in the Donmar Warehouse’s production of My Night With Reg, has pledged to donate his prize money to ArtsMinds after revealing he had struggled with depression.
by BAPAM | Nov 22, 2016 | Stories
Carol Tobin is a comedian and writer. She writes articles on everything from prescription drugs to pilgrimages – here, in Standard Issue, she talks about mindfulness and the difference it has made to her.
by BAPAM | Nov 22, 2016 | Stories
Pop star Selena Gomez revealed in her acceptance speech at the American Music Awards how depression left her “absolutely broken inside”.
by BAPAM | Oct 20, 2016 | Stories
In Bruce Springsteen’s new memoir Born to Run he has opened up about his depression and how performing has helped alongside various treatment options. This comment piece from The Conversation discusses why it is important that this disclosure is being talked...
by BAPAM | Sep 21, 2016 | Stories
In this article from the Evening Standard performers explain to Jessie Thompson how working in the arts can impact upon their mental health
by BAPAM | Sep 6, 2016 | Stories
Mark Lockyer, a leading classical actor who has worked with both the Royal Shakespeare Company, The Globe and the National Theatre and now back with the RSC, tells of his own battle with mental illness and keeping well.
by BAPAM | Sep 6, 2016 | Stories
Launched in May 2008, BBC Headroom was a two year mental health and wellbeing project which aimed to raise awareness of the importance of good mental health. Ruby Wax hosted a weekly web-chat covering a range of different mental health and wellbeing issues drawing...
by BAPAM | Aug 16, 2016 | Stories
Actress Carey Mulligan’s has been appointed by the Alzheimer’s Society and Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt as the UK’s first global Dementia Friends Ambassador. Here she talks to the BBC about it
by BAPAM | Jun 23, 2016 | Stories
Stage fright has not been heavily studied, which is strange because it is common not only among those who make their living on the stage but among the rest of us, too. In 2012, two researchers at the University of Nebraska-Omaha, Karen Dwyer and Marlina Davidson,...
by BAPAM | Jun 22, 2016 | Stories
Dan Aykroyd talks about being diagnosed with mild Tourette syndrome and Asperger’s syndrome as a young man.
by BAPAM | Jun 7, 2016 | Stories
Actress Kara Tointon reveals how she copes with dyslexia – and how her love of reading has developed.
by BAPAM | May 19, 2016 | Stories
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