Abuse relief for those who care for mentally ill

A BOLD new program has been launched to reduce verbal and physical abuse experienced by staff at West London Mental Health Trust. The trust, based in Uxbridge Road, is introducing a new creative workshop which aims to increase self esteem and respect for fellow patients and staff. Health bosses hope it will create a sense of [...]

The difference a job makes

Hard data supports anecdotal reports that being unemployed is the pits While reading a new New York Times article on unemployment Monday, I was reminded of the emotional security and piece of mind a job provides. Having been through extended periods of unemployment during the last 10 years, I can anecdotally support the Times’ data. [...]