Speculation about the apparent explosion in mental ill-health, especially among young people, shows no sign of abating. A recent BBC article asked whether the problem is a lack of resilience. It is a question that resonates across education, where staff see daily the impact of poor mental health on learning, attendance and progression. Yet the [...]
As we have come to the close of Mental Health Month (May), let’s talk about it! There has been amazing awareness of mental health – companies have mental health days, people of all backgrounds are speaking about and prioritising their mental health, more people are seeking therapy, and there is less stigma around mental health… But [...]
Hi all. The festive season is upon us and The AoC, The AoC Trust, and ACC Contact Centre will be closing their doors for 2-weeks. We will break up at 1:00 pm on Friday 20th December 2024 and return on Monday 6th January 2025 to welcome all of our lovely clients, staff and Therapeutic Clinicians [...]
Exploring TikTok's 'Shadow Work' Trend: A Guide to Shadow Work Prompts Social media opens many doors for conversation and has an amazing power to bust taboos. TikTok, in particular, accelerates this, especially among those under 25 – where trends drive creators to explore topics. And lately, a trend called Shadow Work and Shadow Work Prompts has [...]
How to feel less lonely or isolated If you’ve arrived at this page because you typed in ‘lonely’, ‘loneliness’, or ‘isolation’, we’d like to say a big, warm hello from all of us at the Arts of Change Trust in Dudley. You are not on your own anymore – we’re here for you. We all feel [...]
Neurodiversity and autism-friendly days out in the West Midlands At the AoC Trust in Dudley, we understand that the summer is often a chance to relax, spend time with family and friends, and explore. But for some, the busy summer period can be triggering, with lots of people, noise, and heat - a bit of [...]
How the weather affects your mood (and what to do about it) The curtains were shut in winter to keep the heat in – now the curtains are shut to keep the sun out. And our mental health is taking a big hit with the extremes that life throws at us. Similar to Goldilocks and [...]
