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79: Why Mental Health Matters: Insights from Dr. Sarah Hughes, CEO of MIND


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In this enlightening episode, we welcome Dr. Sarah Hughes, the Chief Executive of MIND, the UK's leading mental health campaigning organisation.

With over 35 years of experience in the mental health sector, Dr. Hughes shares her journey, the evolution of mental health perceptions, and the vital work MIND is doing nationwide.

Key Highlights:

  • Dr. Hughes' Personal and Professional Journey in Mental Health: Insights into her 35-year career, her motivations, and her one-year anniversary as MIND's Chief Executive.
  • What is MIND?: An overview of MIND's impact, including its nationwide advocacy, charity shops, and service delivery.
  • Changing Perceptions of Mental Health: How public conversations around mental health have evolved and the challenges that remain.
  • Misconceptions About Mental Health: Addressing the lack of understanding around serious mental illness.
  • The Mental Health Act and Its Importance: Discussing the need for updates to better support individuals.
  • The Economic and Social Cost of Mental Ill Health: Highlighting the financial implications and the importance of early intervention.
  • Leadership and Lived Experience: The value of leaders sharing their personal experiences with mental health.
  • Generational Views on Mental Health: Debunking myths that mental health advocacy is solely a concern for younger generations.
  • Practical Ways Businesses Can Engage with Mental Health: How MIND supports organisations in improving workplace mental health.

  • For more information about Dr. Hughes and MIND's work, check out MIND's website and follow Dr. Hughes on her social media profiles.


    General Support with Mental Health and Well-being

    If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, or are currently struggling with your mental health, the following resources may be useful.

     Mind website: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/

    If you are feeling in distress or despair, including feelings of suicide, please do consider calling the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (UK) or email [email protected] (Rest of World)


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