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Brits struggle with mental health due to cost of living crisis
Brits struggle with mental health due to cost of living crisis
People in Edinburgh, Leicester and Glasgow are struggling the most with their mental health - due to the cost of living crisis. A poll of 2,000 adults found 27 per cent have really taken a hit when it comes to their wellbeing, because of a lack of finances. Newcastle, London and Leeds are other key cities where people are most affected. Cutting down on socialising, gym memberships and nutritious food to save money are reasons why so many feel disheartened and worried about their mental wellbeing. And 40 per cent are dreading the winter as they are unsure if they will be able to afford energy bills to heat their home. The survey was commissioned by British Gas, which is working with Professor Green to raise awareness of the struggles so many are facing and highlight the free support available in the new phase of the British Gas Post Office Pop-Ups. The musician and mental health advocate said: “As a parent your first instinct is to protect and provide, and when you’re doing everything you can, and that’s still not enough, it has a profound impact on your mental health. “Shame, stigma and fear can keep people from speaking up for help, but it’s the best thing you can do – for yourself, your family and your community. “Stress and anxiety breed in uncertainty so I really encourage you to visit a British Gas Post Office Pop-Up or contact the British Gas Energy Trust to help you gain confidence in, and control of, your future.“ The research found 14 per cent of adults are cutting back on how often they shower to lower their bills, and 21 per cent aren’t buying birthday gifts for loved ones. One in 20 (five per cent) say their kids are missing out on new toys. Just over half (55 per cent) believe their mental health would definitely improve if they were more financially stable. People in Manchester were found to be most likely to skip using heat or electricity to keep their homes warm. But those in Edinburgh were most likely to report that they have had issues with money that have led to incurring additional debt, like credit cards. Only 27 per cent of all adults polled via OnePoll are confident they are accessing all the benefits they may be entitled to when it comes to support with their energy bills. One in 10 also believe the rising cost of energy has caused them a great deal of additional stress. And 25 per cent baldly state they are expecting to struggle to pay their energy bills through the rest of the year. Nearly the same amount (24 per cent) said the current cost of living crisis has been just as bad for their mental health as the Covid-19 pandemic. British Gas Energy Trust CEO Jessica Taplin said: “Debt and money stresses are debilitating, which is why we are delighted to be offering money and energy advisors funded by us in Post Offices across the country. “Working with an artist like Professor Green can really help raise awareness, and let people know it’s good to talk about the things that are worrying them.” Read More Voguewashing London Fashion Week won’t pay the wages of Britain’s young fashion designers What is happening to local government finances and why are councils struggling? ‘School staff seeing more students who do not have enough dinner money’ Nearly a fifth of parents fear children will ignore health issues while at university How often should you wash your pyjamas? ‘My baby’s blue eyes drew praise – but their colour was a warning sign’
2023-09-19 22:41
Mattress Mack Was Going Through It Last Night
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2023-10-24 21:17
Iowa defense slows down No. 2 Michigan, but stagnant offense costly for No. 18 Hawkeyes
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No. 18 Iowa won the Big Ten West by mucking things up for everyone else
2023-12-03 14:34
Judge declares mistrial after jury deadlocks in trial of ex-officer in deadly Breonna Taylor raid
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A federal judge has declared a mistrial in the trial of a former Louisville police officer who fired stray bullets in the deadly Breonna Taylor raid
2023-11-17 06:18
Huawei Launches Two More China EVs After Aito's Instant Success
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Stroll into a Huawei Technologies Co. store in Shanghai or Shenzhen, and apart from the usual array of
2023-11-13 20:15
Taylor Swift Fan Calls In Sick, Wears Blanket to Hide Identity During Local News Interview
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The Taylor Swift Eras Tour rolls into Cincinnati this weekend for two shows at Paycor Stadium, the home of the Cincinnati Bengals. While the first show isn't un
2023-06-30 00:18
Best MLB prop bets today (Shane McClanahan should dominate lowly Royals)
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Thursday’s Major League Baseball action is limited to just eight games, but that doesn’t mean we can’t find some value in the prop market.After hitting two of my three plays on Wednesday, I’m looking to close the week strong by backing one of my favorite starters in the l...
2023-06-23 00:13
Senior Spanish soccer officials to go in wake of Soccer World Cup kiss row-source
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MADRID (Reuters) -Between six and nine senior officials of Spain's football federation (RFEF) will be invited to leave their jobs
2023-09-21 02:49
USMNT gossip: McKennie to stay, Cardoso to stay, Pefok joins Gladbach
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It is transfer deadline day in Europe but the USMNT gossip is that the players linked with moves could be set to stay at their clubs.
2023-09-01 20:40
PAG Weighs $1 Billion Tender Offer for Fund Stakes, Sources Say
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2023-06-27 09:13
Eddie Howe wishes ‘remarkable’ England well in World Cup final
Eddie Howe wishes ‘remarkable’ England well in World Cup final
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has backed England to complete a “remarkable” double by winning the World Cup. Sarina Wiegman’s Lionesses face Spain in Sydney on Sunday morning hoping to add the most coveted title of all to their Euro 2022 success, and Magpies head coach Howe is firmly in their corner as they provide fresh inspiration for future generations. Asked if the success of the England team was good for football in general in this country, he said: “One hundred per cent, I’ve got no doubts about that. “When you look at the people that I interact with on a daily basis at the training ground or around Newcastle, a lot of those people will be young girls who are Newcastle fans, and that’s great to see. “A lot of that is down to the success of the women’s team recently, and long may that continue because we want it to be a game for everybody. “I was at the Euro final and loved that experience. The atmosphere was an amazing thing. I took my boys to the game and they loved it – that’s one of their best memories. “I certainly hope they can do it. Winning the World Cup off the back of the Euros would be a remarkable achievement for a similar group of players and the manager, so I wish them all the best.” Wiegman, who led her native Netherlands to Euro 2017 glory and the 2019 World Cup final, has enhanced her reputation since taking up the Football Association’s offer of employment to prompt suggestions she could thrive in the men’s game. Howe said: “Just look at the job she has done – I think it’s been remarkable. She’s very calm. I actually really enjoy watching her on the sideline. She never gets flustered, always calm. “I’m always looking at her thinking she’s thinking and analysing what to do next. A lot of the time when I’m watching games, I’m trying to put myself in the manager’s shoes. I think she’s done an incredible job.”
2023-08-18 18:48
5 biggest MLB All-Star Game snubs after complete rosters released
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The complete rosters for the American and National League teams in the 2023 MLB All-Star Game were revealed, and these players were royally snubbed.On July 11, the 2023 MLB All-Star Game will take place from T-Mobile Park, home of the Seattle Mariners. We are a bit over a week away from the Mids...
2023-07-03 08:53