disabled people mental health

Wellbeing & Fitness

Is it OK for disabled people to have suicidal thoughts?

09/05/2024

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Words mental health spelt out in scrabble letters

Discussing suicidal thoughts can be challenging for any person but even more so if you have a disability or long-term…

Wellbeing & Fitness

How to manage dark thoughts if you’re suffering from depression

31/01/2023

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Black and white image of homeless man sitting alone on the street with his arm over his knee and his hand over his face

Wolf, a disabled blogger and traveller living in New Zealand, shares helpful information about depression, its symptoms and how you…

Work & Education

How one woman supports businesses looking to become Disability Confident

22/05/2020

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Emma Shepherd

Emma Shepherd used her experience living with a disability and her background in HR to create Let's Talk Disability. This…

News

Study shows assistance dogs improve the mental health of disabled young people

01/04/2020

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Golden Labrador Assistance Dog

A research project conducted by the University of Sheffield and Canine Partners has found assistance dogs improve the mental health…

News

General Election 2019: Conservative, Labour and Lib Dem disability policies

02/12/2019

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With the 2019 General Election fast approaching, we round up the key disability policies from the three main political parties…

Lifestyle

The damaging effect of social media positivity on disabled people

09/10/2019

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Woman with hands on hair frustrated

Do you post on social media? Do you follow other disabled people? This World Mental Health Day we're looking at…

Best Cup Holder for Disabled People: A Review of CouchCoaster and TableCoaster
Discover the best drinks holder for disabled people, including the CouchCoaster and TableCoaster, designed to provide stability, prevent spills, and promote independence. The post Best Cup Holder for Disabled People: A Review of CouchCoaster and TableCoaster appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
5 Ways to Make Halloween More Sensory-Friendly
Discover how to make Halloween more sensory-friendly for neurodivergent children. Learn practical tips to create a fun and accessible celebration that caters to their needs The post 5 Ways to Make Halloween More Sensory-Friendly appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help Expert Help with Filling in Your PIP Form: Tips and Tools to Simplify the Process Applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can be overwhelming, especially with the complexity of the PIP form. If you’re looking for help filling in a PIP form The post Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
New EHRC Guidance: How Employers Can Support Disabled Employees in a Hybrid Work World
Understanding the New EHRC Guidance on Reasonable Adjustments for Disabled Employees The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has recently published new guidance to help employers understand their legal obligations and the steps they can take to support disabled employees, especially in hybrid working environments. This guidance comes as a crucial resource for organizations The post New EHRC Guidance: How Employers Can Support Disabled Employees in a Hybrid Work World appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Decline in Accessible Black Cabs
London’s Accessible Transport Crisis: Decline in Black Cabs Puts Mobility at Risk A sharp decline in wheelchair-accessible black cabs in London has raised alarm among disability advocates ahead of a key London Assembly meeting. The Disability Power 100, led by Founding Editor Dom Hyams, urges London Assembly members to confront Mayor Sadiq Khan and Transport The post Decline in Accessible Black Cabs appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.