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5 ways to improve the mental health system
Having a new Mental Health Act is a step in the right direction to an improved mental health system. But the new legislation won’t make all the changes we need to see. There is still a long way to go until we have a mental health system that works for everyone.
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5 things damaging young adults’ mental health that aren’t social media
Young adults face rising mental health pressures in 2026 — from loneliness to job insecurity and the cost of living. We explore the five biggest factors beyond social media.
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Loneliness among people in their early 20s
Loneliness is a huge issue for people in their early 20s. But connecting with loved ones, volunteering in the community, or even setting up clubs at work or university are all great ways to feel more connected and combat social exclusion.
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Rising costs and young adult life: The hidden toll on mental health
Rising living costs - from food and rent to travel and commuting - is causing distress for the mental health of a generation of young people.
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Degrees matter less, jobs are scarce, and young people get blamed
As competition for fewer jobs increases, the introduction of AI into the job market, and the power of a degree is decreasing, Becky challenges the notion that young people don't want to work and how that impacts a generation's mental health.
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The mental health toll of unaffordable housing on today’s young adults
The pressure to earn enough money to save up to buy a house has taken its toll on Becky. In this blog, she explores how that impacts the mental health of people in their early 20s in the current financial climate.
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COVID-19 and the impact on early adulthood
74% of students in the UK reported that COVID-19 had a negative impact on their mental health and wellbeing at university. Becky discusses the aftereffects of that on a generation now in their early 20s.
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