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Explore research, expert insights and practical guidance on physical and mental wellbeing at work.

Explore research, expert insights and practical guidance on physical and mental wellbeing at work.

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Careers

Could menstrual leave reinforce inequalities at work?

Could menstrual leave reinforce inequalities at work?

Recognising period pain at work is progress. But the way menstrual leave is designed could risk reinforcing outdated gender stereotypes.

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Lydia Smith
Psychology
Health

How complex trauma can affect us at work

How complex trauma can affect us at work

C-PTSD can leave invisible footprints on our working lives, influencing how we respond, relate and feel.

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Lydia Smith
Psychology
Health

The fine line between ambition and perfectionism – and why women fall into the trap

The fine line between ambition and perfectionism – and why women fall into the trap

Being motivated is no bad thing, but when achievement becomes tied to self-worth, it can come at a devastating cost.

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Lydia Smith
Health
Psychology

What are the different types of burnout? The causes, symptoms and how to recover

What are the different types of burnout? The causes, symptoms and how to recover

Not all burnout looks the same. Understanding the type you're experiencing is the first step to recovery.

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Lydia Smith
An image shows a woman working at a desk
Health

Why exercise alone won't protect women from the risks of sitting all day

Why exercise alone won't protect women from the risks of sitting all day

Desk jobs could be doing more damage than we realise. From hormonal changes to the "second shift" at home, we explore why women are especially vulnerable to the hidden health risks of sitting.

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Lydia Smith
Neurodiversity
Health
Psychology

Can ADHD coaching help you at work?

Can ADHD coaching help you at work?

Against a backdrop of long waiting lists for diagnoses and medication, many are turning to ADHD coaches for support. We explore how ADHD coaching works and how to find a legitimate one.

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Lydia Smith
Health
Leadership

Are weight loss injections fuelling workplace bias?

Are weight loss injections fuelling workplace bias?

As the use of weight loss injections continues to grow, questions are emerging about whether they are reshaping perceptions of health, appearance and performance in the workplace.

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Lydia Smith

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