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Why some countries are happier than others?

Why are people from some countries happier than others? Trying to answer such a wooly question with numbers might seem like a strange exercise to engage in, and yet social science research shows there is plenty we can learn about peoples’ subjective experiences from quantitative analysis. One notable attempt at explaining what makes humans happy … Continue reading “Why some countries are happier than others?”

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My therapist introduced me to Wysa and it helped me out of my shell – Andrei’s Story

45-year-old graphic designer and administrative worker, Andrei, from the USA shares how he found Wysa with the help of his therapist and how using Wysa in-between sessions has helped him in both his personal life and career. Here is his story. “I’ve been using Wysa every day for the last three weeks. I recently underwent … Continue reading “My therapist introduced me to Wysa and it helped me out of my shell – Andrei’s Story”

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How to help your employees open up about mental health

We spend around two thirds of our waking lives at work. Yet those same workplaces can cause stress, worry, and anxiety. And despite them being places of familiarity, they are not always places of psychological safety, and when those mental health worries get too much, it can be hard to speak up and get support. … Continue reading “How to help your employees open up about mental health”

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Everything you need to know about anonymous online therapy

Two couches. Each on opposite sides. Two people. Each on opposite sides. One splayed on the long couch, the other sitting upright on the boxy couch. The room—bright (with daylight gushing in through the casement window), pleasant and filled with potted plants and small, soothing inanimate objects here and there. Countless movies, television shows and … Continue reading “Everything you need to know about anonymous online therapy”

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5 companies offering behavioral health solutions for employee mental health

What is behavioral healthcare? Behavioral healthcare is all about looking at how our daily actions, habits and behaviors affect our physical health and mental health and the link between them all. It focuses on the individual as a whole person, albeit a complicated one, where there are lots of influences on our well-being. behavioral health … Continue reading “5 companies offering behavioral health solutions for employee mental health”

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NHS recommended mental health apps for employers

If you have searched for a NHS approved mental health app for your employee you may have found the information you are looking for isn’t necessarily all in one place. Currently there is not a comprehensive list of NHS approved mental health apps. Instead there are recommended apps for various difficulties in the relevant section … Continue reading “NHS recommended mental health apps for employers”

Texting a therapist: How does it work and is it the right option for you?

Text-based therapy is a format of online therapy where a client can have a live chat with a therapist. There can often be hurdles to seeking out professional help, such as the unavailability of mental health professionals in your area, long waiting periods or difficulty in speaking to someone face-to-face. Online text therapy is one … Continue reading “Texting a therapist: How does it work and is it the right option for you?”

Best mental health apps for employees

Mental health is a hot topic, and we all want to manage our wellbeing. Many employers are now aware of the importance of supporting their employees with mental health. Which mental health apps can you be sure actually make a difference? Both businesses and employees are looking for the best mental health apps to support … Continue reading “Best mental health apps for employees”

AI and IAPT, the pathway forward

Mayden and Dorset joined Wysa, for a virtual panel discussion on AI and IAPT, the pathway forward. It includes learnings from Steps2Wellbeing, Dorset, and advice from Mayden on the safe adoption of digital tools Learn more about the whole patient care pathway and how AI enhances the patient journey This webinar shares the experience of … Continue reading “AI and IAPT, the pathway forward”

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Challenges (& Solutions) to Scaling Mental Health Benefit Programs

Innovations in digital health technology are challenging traditional bricks-and-mortar care in terms of costs, accessibility, and quality through new data insights. The enduring and continuously growing challenges to breaking down the many barriers associated with access to care are at last being remedied by new virtual care approaches that provide a better experience for everyone … Continue reading “Challenges (& Solutions) to Scaling Mental Health Benefit Programs”