The Internet and Depression

Posted by on Apr 21, 2010 in positive psychology, technology | 2 comments

Readers of this blog will know that we have an interest in the topic of depression and mental well-being.  Among other things, Dawn and I run training sessions for the local anti-depression group Aware Defeat Depression, and I run workshops on positive psychology (NOT positive thinking). So I was fascinated by new research that suggests a link between ‘internet addiction’ and...

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The Politics of Depression

Posted by on Feb 22, 2010 in education, news and events, positive psychology | 0 comments

Politicians are taking notice of the impact on depression in the workplace and society.  And for once, their thinking seems smart to me.  Which is?  To start to tackle mental health issues at school age so there is a better chance of preventing depression from striking in the first place. Teach people self-esteem and resilience while young and the chances of them suffering from depression in...

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Love For Life

Posted by on Dec 14, 2009 in education, news and events, personal development | 0 comments

I begin a 1-year training contract on 4th January with Love For Life, an educational project that works with teachers and pupils in their school setting.  The aim is to support and challenge young people in their personal development by employing a model of ‘information giving, attitude and value formation and skill development’. As Programme Developer, its my job to deliver...

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Depression Facts

Posted by on Nov 6, 2009 in emotional intelligence, learning, positive psychology | 0 comments

Last night, as a Sessional Trainer for Aware Defeat Depression, I delivered a Depression Awareness Training session to Evergreen Pensioners’ Club.  Preparing for the evening over the last few days, I was stunned (and “depressed”) at the statistics for this age-group, which differ significantly to that of the normal groups we deliver to, teenagers: 10-15% of people over 65...

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