In this episode Kevin and Sam talk body image - their own experiences and the wider societal discourse around body image. They delve into physical attraction, your relationships with your own body, and how the media marginalises certain body types. Listen to 'What's Next? A Conversation on Graduation' here https://changingmentality.buzzsprout.com/1468954/6459964 Find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram here. Please share so others can find us! https://linktr.ee/changingmentali...

In this episode, Caleb, Aidan and George discuss their experiences engaging with challenging and distressing content in and around their university courses and placement. Content Warning: This episode contains mention (but no detailed discussion) of suicide, child sexual abuse, vicarious trauma, depression, and the Covid 19 pandemic. If you are looking for support with suicide, including suicidal ideation, you can call the samaritans on: 116 123 Or visit their website: https://www.samar...

On this episode George D is joined by Adeleke to talk all things Master’s Degrees. Whether you’re thinking of doing a postgraduate degree or are part-way through one, this episode may have something for you. With Adeleke coming to the end of is postgraduate degree and George about to embark on his, they discuss the balance of study-social-work life, tips for supporting your mental health, and much more.

In this episode, George and Brendan talk about their experiences as undergraduates at university, the challenges of first going to uni, what they feel they gained from the experience, and what it was like to leave it behind. In particular, they discuss the sense of loss, lack of direction and grief that can follow from graduating and not really knowing the next step. Content warning: this contains some discussion of depression If you would like support with depression or anxiety, you ...

In this episode, George S talks to Adam about his experience as an asian man in the UK. They discuss what it was like for Adam to grow up in London, his process of leaving Islam as a teenager, and how the norms of masculinity manifest in British Asian culture. Importantly, Adam aims to describe only his own experience, without claiming that it is universal to all British-Asian men or all ex-muslims. If you are looking for support for your mental health, check out these resources: Stud...

In this episode, Danny interviews Isabella de George on her nationwide campaign/movement to get universities to better improve their policies and well-being services for students, in particular placement students in memory of her brother Harrison. Links: Positive Changes ;n Placements - https://linktr.ee/isabella.degeorge and @positivechangesinplacement Mad Millennials - https://ideali.st/aQJjeT Student Minds - https://www.studentminds.org.uk/ Student Space - https://www.st...

In this episode George S talks to Dan Rothko about the relationship between self-esteem and masculinity. Dan left university prior to graduation due to poor mental health and struggles with self-esteem. Now in his thirties, he is happily married, has a child, and works in a complex needs school (a job he loves!) He talks openly about the issues he has had to deal with and what has helped him along the way. Content warning: this episode contains mention of sexual assualt and suicidal ide...

In this episode, Aidan, Louis and Euan have a conversation about emotions they regularly come across and feel as men, the significance of these and how they can be addressed! Relevant resources to these subjects can be found below: Student Space - Online, one-stop shop’ for students in England and Wales who want to find help for their mental health or well-being.Students Against Depression - The Students Against Depression website has lots of information about tackling depression and lo...

In this episode, George S speaks to Krai about his experiences as an international student from Thailand. They talk about UK and Thai culture, student life in the UK, and the challenges international students face to their mental health. Relevant resources to these subjects can be found below: Student Space - Online, one-stop shop’ for students in England and Wales who want to find help for their mental health or well-being.Students Against Depression - The Students Against Depre...

In this episode George S talks to Robert Brown about Robert's experience of coming from a working class, low income background and how it has affected his time at university. Though the number of students attending university has increased in recent years, the disparity in representation between students from low income and high income remains the same. We talk about what effects that can have on students from those under-represented backgrounds. A few books on relevant to this t...

In this episode Aidan, Ben, Caleb & Kevin discuss everything about role models. Who inspires us, who our role models are, the effects that negative role models may have and the role that family members and friends play in our lives. Relevant resources to these subjects can be found below. Students Against Depression - The Students Against Depression website has lots of information about tackling depression and low mood, including self -help resources and workbooks for students to work th...

In this episode, George talks to the philosopher Jake Jackson about patronising attitudes towards depression, how they stigmitise the illness, and how to combat this stigma using empathy (what Jake calls 'the empathetic attitude'). Disclaimer: this episode contains brief references to suicide and suicidal ideation. If you would like support with your mental health, you can: Contact your GP Call Nightline, a student run listening service: https://www.nightline.ac.uk/want-to-talk/ Check ...

In this episode, Sam speaks to fellow graduate, course mate and friend Mike about his dissertation. Together they tackle some big issues: essays, representation, masculinity and more. Mike reflects on writing his dissertation and what his research has taught him about the influence of politics and the media on our day to day mental health. We want to hear what you think of the show! Fill out this survey to be in with a chance to win a £100 Amazon voucher. Find us on Facebook, ...

In this episode, Billy is joined by the Student Voice and Equality Lead at Student Minds, Dom Smithies to talk about some of the specific challenges that may face men within the LGBTQ+ community. They will be talking about the importance of recognising intersectionality, covering some topics that are of particularly relevance to LGBTQ+ males and exploring some of the research that’s being done for mental health and wellbeing. Fill out this survey to be in with a chance to win a £100 Ama...

On this episode, Danny talks with a world-record holding cyclist, adventurer, motivational speaker, and soon-to-be author: the amazing Leigh Timmis! (TW) Together they discuss their own mental health journeys, university life, travelling adventures, personal loss, how they've coped with and manage the hardships of life and lockdown, and much more. Released as a bonus episode to celebrate Uni Mental Health Day. Links Where to find Leigh: Website - https://www.leightimmis.com/ Twitter & I...

In this episode, Caleb is joined by "The Fragile Poet" Reece Ayres to talk about how poetry has helped them both with their mental health. They chat about what first got them interested in poetry, the experiences of performing and how events and open mics have helped them with self-confidence. If you're looking to attend some online poetry events, either to perform or just attend some places to find events can be found below. Eventbrite - On Eventbrite you'll find online events streaming fr...

In this episode, George talks to James about James' experience with drug addiction and bereavement. If you or anyone you know is looking for support with addiction to drugs or alcohol, you can find the range of support services (some of which are mentioned in the episode) here: The charity Mind has a range of links available at: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/addiction-and-dependency/addiction-and-dependency-resources/ We Are With You offers a c...

In this episode, Caleb is joined by Josh Hartley to talk about his experiences with depression at college and university. They also discussed Josh's new book, The Boy Between: A Mother and Son's Journey From a World Gone Grey, which he co-authored with his mother and best-selling author, Amanda Prowse. Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide, depression & alcoholism. Relevant resources to these subjects can be found below. Students Against Depression - The Students ...

In this episode Aidan, Euan and Ben discuss the different approaches to mental health care, the science behind them, the current state of the field, their own personal experiences and how we can move forward Find other episodes and our social media links over on: https://changingmentality.buzzsprout.com https://linktr.ee/changingmentalitypodcast If you were distressed by any of the content in this episode or feel you need extra support, please find some further resources below: Studen...

In this episode, myself (Danny) has a chat with Matt Nadin from Rainbow Rexes Lacrosse who are the worlds first LGBTQ+ inclusive lacrosse club. We talk about the sport, the work that the Rexes are doing, and tips on improving our mental health. Follow the Rexes on Instagram at @rainbowrexlax (show 'em some love). The charities discussed in this episode: Centrepoint- Centrepoint provides housing and support for young people regionally in London, Manchester, Yorkshire and the North East ...