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Why connection matters for young people’s sexual and mental wellbeing 

Sexual health and mental health are undeniably linked, but how does that show up in Brook’s services? Designated Wellbeing and Mental Health Lead, Helen Corteen and Designated Neurodivergence and Counselling…

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Connection matters: helping boys find healthier ways to belong 

For #SHW26 we’re exploring how we can champion connection in an increasingly individualised world. In this blog, Holly Green, Head of Impact, Quality and Learning at Beyond Equality, discusses the…

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Social media and the rise of hyper-individualism: do we really not owe anyone anything? 

For #SHW26  we’re exploring how we can champion connection in an increasingly individualised world. In this blog, Brook’s Communications and Policy Manager, Eliza Bell, explores the rise of hyper-individualism and argues that it really does take…

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Emotional literacy is a public health intervention

Cameron Bewley, Brook’s Head of Commercial Development, reflects upon the Men’s Health Strategy, and how expanding our notions of masculinity can help improve boys and men’s wellbeing.  I grew up…

Men in film: How positive male characters can inspire boys and men

As part of their FeelScene campaign, Brook’s 20-24 Participation Advisory Group (PAG) are reflecting on the ways that media has shaped our perceptions of sex, relationships and identity. In this blog, Eliza…

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A Different Kind of Hero: How Doctor Who shaped my understanding of masculinity and humanity

As part of their FeelScene campaign, Brook’s 20-24 Participation Advisory Group (PAG) are reflecting on the ways that media has shaped our perceptions of sex, relationships and identity. In this blog, Oscar…

Men’s Digital Lives and Their Impact on Wellbeing

For Sexual Health Week we’re exploring how being chronically online is shaping our attitudes and behaviours around sex and relationships. In this blog, Dan Guinness, Managing Director of Beyond Equality…

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Bridging the Gap: an integrated approach to mental and sexual healthcare 

For #SHW24 we’re exploring the links between mental health and sexual health. Ceri Evans, BASHH Board Member and President of the Society of Sexual Health Advisers explains why an integrated…

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5 tips for managing your mental health following a HIV diagnosis 

For #SHW24 we’re exploring the links between mental health and sexual health. In this blog, Ellie Harrison, a Positive Voices speaker for Terrence Higgins Trust, shares her tips for managing…

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Why is Relationships and Sex Education good for your mental health 

For #SHW24 we’re exploring the links between mental health and sexual health. In this blog, Brook’s Head of Policy and Public Affairs, Lisa Hallgarten, explains why Relationships and Sex Education…

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Brook’s Wellbeing Hubs: Meeting young people at the intersection of sexual and mental health 

Sexual Health Week sees Brook officially open the doors of its new Wellbeing Hubs in Blackburn and Cornwall. To mark this occasion, Helen Corteen, Designated Wellbeing and Mental Health Lead,…

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Racism, mental health and sexual health 

For #SHW24 we’re exploring the links between mental and sexual health. In this blog Brook Participatory Advisory Group (PAG) member, 17 year-old Nikki Oni, uses her own experiences to discuss…