Voicebox: Mental Health

ArtMongers are looking for people aged 17 - 25 who have an art/art in the community background to help design and create a mural that helps the local community come together and discuss mental health issues

In advance of Mental Health Awareness Week (14–20 May), join us for a panel discussion considering the ways in which the arts can have a positive effect on our mental health, and that of those around us.

Lois Ward-Marvin is a 22-year-old performance artist who uses dance to treat her anxiety and depression. She shares her journey and a daily dance on Instagram as @depression.rhythm.

I spoke to Nicole about her children’s book and why it’s important to talk about mental health from a young age

I spoke to Rob about his work in a psychiatric ward and why it forms part of his comedic and poetry material

When Laura started frequently feeling down, she knew she had to talk to someone to find out what was happening. It was this decision to reach out for help that set her on a path of recovery.

Smartphones and computers put the whole online world at our fingertips, but not always in a good way. Read Beth's blog on using her phone less and focusing on her mental health more

Guest blogger Beth shares how #TalkingHelps her, and how important it was to talk after she experienced loss in her family.

I spoke to Dan about the mental health organisation and the services they provide

The following is a submission from a former sufferer of an eating disorder. They have asked to stay anonymous. 

I spoke to Justin about his career as a stand-up comedian, his struggles with body image and sexuality and how the arts have helped him

Mental health issues are at the front and centre of this two hour play about loss and hope