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Mental health

The Debrief Podcast

Eliza Jones, Pollyanna Rees and Mary Shar·
Politics & social justice
·4 April 2025
Welcome to the debrief podcast, a guide through life as young women in a society built on trends, beauty standards, and gender expectations.

How toxic masculinity influencers are affecting young men 

Pollyanna Rees·
Politics & social justice
·3 April 2025
Netflix’s Adolescence has brought attention to toxic masculinity influencers and the manosphere. How is this impacting young men in Cardiff?

A guide to trail running on Welsh peaks this summer

Advait Gangawanwale·
Sport & health
·20 March 2025
Latest report says that over a quarter of Brits are interested in trail running. What can we learn about trail running from the first man to run across all Welsh peaks?

More than a run: How women’s running clubs foster community

Pollyanna Rees·
Sport & health
·20 March 2025
With the rise in women joining running clubs, how are these groups creating a safer and more supportive environment for their members?

As Cheltenham Festival thrills fans, the darker side of youth gambling grows

William Edwards·
Sport & health
·20 March 2025
As the dust settles on Cheltenham Festival the question is asked, are we doing enough to protect young people from the dangers of gambling?

Walking Rugby gains popularity in Wales as seniors find ways to defy age

Prashant Jha·
Sport & health
·20 March 2025
With no scrums, tackles, or kicking, how does this game help players with health problems find camaraderie and joy?

Learning from the pandemic: A mission to document memories 

Yiqun Gu·
Business & Culture
·6 March 2025
A Welsh author is collecting personal stories of the pandemic in Wales. What has the lockdown taught people about their lives and communities? 

No bruises, no crime? The hidden reality of coercive control

Mengxi·
Politics & social justice
·27 February 2025
A recent case in Wales reignites fears that many still overlook coercive control as a crime. Could this be a turning point?

How boxing empowers women: “We are more powerful than we believe”

Mengfei Zhou·
Sport & health
·27 February 2025
A woman who battled mental illness launches women's boxing program in Cardiff. Can boxing empower women with strength and confidence?

Finding peace in clay: The therapeutic call of pottery

Arna Chatterjee·
Sport & health
·20 February 2025
Pottery is gaining popularity as a creative escape from daily stress. How does the act of shaping clay contribute to mental well-being and relaxation?

Cost of Living Crisis: Can students in Cardiff keep up?

Hao Chen·
Politics & social justice
·13 February 2025
The cost of living in the UK has been rising, adding financial pressure on students. Is the UK still an affordable place for international students?

Knitting for Mind: “When you’re knitting, you go into your own little world.”

Yu Qiu·
Sport & health
·13 February 2025
Knitting was once regarded as a hobby for elderly, but now it has become young popular. What has made it so popular? And how does it help improve mental health?

International students in Cardiff are struggling with mental health support

Joshua Mulford, Mary Shar, Arna Chatterjee, Mengfei Zhou and Yiqun Gu·
Sport & health
·16 December 2024
Thousands of cases go unreported at Cardiff University as students face setbacks due to multiple barriers challenging access for help

Arts and Crafts: A new project to be creative and happy

Mengfei Zhou·
Sport & health
·22 November 2024
This project not only develop your artistic talent, but also help you understand deeper needs.

Fitness and health: new classes running in Riverside

Mengfei Zhou·
Sport & health
·16 November 2024
New classes in an ancient form of Chinese self-defence and meditation are now running in Riverside.

Cardiff Polish choir sings for mental health to promote local wellbeing

Chenyu Zou·
Sport & health
·15 November 2024
Cardiff’s vibrant Polish community aims to create a piece of Poland abroad, resonating with the sounds, stories, and spirit of its homeland.

Hands-on community: skill-sharing Tuesdays at goodShed

Hao Chen·
Sport & health
·15 November 2024
In Splott, a vibrant community gathers every Tuesday at goodShed to learn practical skills, connect with neighbors, and work on hands-on projects.

Social media is a blessing or a burden for our mental health?

Chenyu Zou·
Sport & health
·8 November 2024
Social media promises connection. Is it a remedy for loneliness or a silent source of stress? Is it making us happier or stealing our peace of mind?

Why are more Brits choosing to spending more time alone?

Joshua Mulford·
Sport & health
·8 November 2024
According to a new data more than 19 million Brits are spending the majority of their time alone on average 51+ hours a month.

Halloween in Cardiff: Take a spooky autumn nature walk with the dead

Olivia Crawford·
Business & Culture
·28 October 2024
Both a historic burial ground and local wildlife site, the gates of Cathays Cemetery offer a calm and picturesque retreat from the hustle and bustle of the Welsh capital.

After-school entrepreneur helps relieve anxiety and promote Welsh

Fengting Ye·
Business & Culture
·2 May 2024
A student sells English and Welsh notebooks for people with anxiety and Welsh learners. What does it take to become a young entrepreneur in Wales?

Fun, unleashed with a unique dog gathering

Peng Huang·
Business & Culture
·25 April 2024
Cardiff played host to a huge gathering of dogs last week in an effort to socialise a super-friendly and empathetic breed actively

The Silent Crisis: Mental Health challenges among students in the UK

Yangyang Gao·
Sport & health
·29 February 2024
Bristol University loses appeal over suicide of disabled on exam day. Is Cardiff University doing enough to look after its own students?

Find a suitable way to cope with situation after bad break-ups

Minning Jiang·
Sport & health
·22 February 2024
Women struggle more with break-ups than men with many suffering from bouts of depression and the need to take medication.

A great way to learn about LGBTQ+ : Visit the LGBTQ+ History Museum

Zihan Sun·
Uncategorised
·15 February 2024
February serves as LGBT history month, so tracing LGBT history, why has it become more important in the millennial generation.

What running can do for young people’s mental health

Shunying Liao·
Sport & health
·8 February 2024
More young people than ever before are struggling with their mental health, but one man in Cardiff believes he has found the answer.

Are universities doing enough for student mental health?

Dominic Manley, Minning Jiang, Niranjana Manoj Sabija and Tailai Xu·
Sport & health
·15 December 2023
Two recent surveys have highlighted alarming numbers of mental health problems and overwhelming frustrations at university services.

Talking to help young people tackle loneliness crisis

Minning Jiang·
Politics & social justice
·11 December 2023
A campaign aims to highlight the importance of talking to deal with loneliness, an issue that impacts over 1.9 million people in the UK.

How is period poverty being addressed in educational spaces?

Sydney Johnson·
Politics & social justice
·6 December 2023
Period poverty is an issue that affects many people who menstruate : How is it being addressed in educational spaces?
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Are you suffering from a lack of sleep?

Zihan Sun·
Sport & health
·13 November 2023
According to research, more and more people in Britain are sleeping less than five hours as well as having problems with sleep disorders, which boosts the rates of depression.

“We are being disrespected” new nurses say it’s time to leave

Lingbing Li·
Politics & social justice
·23 February 2023
Nurses are turning away from the NHS not only for low pay, but a feeling that they aren’t getting the respect, especially from the Welsh Government.

Merthyr Town FC: The club that puts the community back on the terraces

Éanna Macaoidh·
Sport & health
·16 February 2023
Despite their 1-0 loss to Chesham this weekend, can Merthyr's model of fan ownership provide a valuable alternative to modern football?

“One tree is a big deal,” says local activist.

Éanna Macaoidh·
Science & environment
·9 December 2022
Railway Community Gardens, a volunteer project in Cardiff, is giving away free trees to households to help fight climate change.

Helping to build a community, self-confidence and craft skills

Éanna Macaoidh·
Politics & social justice
·18 November 2022
Tremorfa’s volunteer run community Pantry is holding a series of craft workshops to help locals in the run up to Christmas.

What have you been doing to save money this winter? 

Éanna Macaoidh·
Politics & social justice
·11 November 2022
What have the Welsh public been doing to save this winter during the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

Mobile art workshop uses creativity to help mental wellbeing

Elliot Topham·
Business & Culture
·31 March 2022
Two Cardiff based artists are helping communities battle mental health and breakdown social barriers though their mobile art studio.

Cardiff campaigners use gaming to boost young people’s mental health

Jingyuan Chen·
Sport & health
·31 March 2022
Campaigners are trying to improve mental health of young people by gaming since more mental issues were caused during the pandemic
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Hearing problems: why NHS needs to do more for deaf people

Oojal Kour·
Sport & health
·10 March 2022
Two-thirds of hearing impaired people in the UK don't have an accessible way of contacting their GP. What challenges do they face in Cardiff?

Cancer survivor copes with trauma through ‘tempo and rhythm’

LUYAO SHAO·
Sport & health
·3 March 2022
Poet and cancer survivor finds himself and explains how writing poetry has been a form of therapy and helped him to cope with anxiety and depression.

Fighting loneliness: new project helps elderly people find comfort in Wales 

YIQING LIU·
Business & Culture
·3 March 2022
While loneliness in old people has become a problem in the UK, a newly formed club in Cardiff aims to get them back into the social sphere. 

Rare Disease Day: 7 most interesting and uncommon diseases

Adwitiya Pal·
Sport & health
·24 February 2022
With Rare Disease Day around the corner, here are seven diseases that will make your jaw drop with either amazement or concern, or possibly both.

Cardiff hair salons: can they support victims of domestic violence?

Elinor Griffiths·
Politics & social justice
·24 February 2022
Cardiff hair salons will now be part of an initiative to help people suffering from domestic abuse and sexual violence. Could this help tackle the issue?

Female-only gym: funding worries means it may have to shut down 

Roohi Mariam Peter·
Politics & social justice
·17 February 2022
A free female-only gym in Cardiff that offers a safe space to workout, is at risk of closing down due to issues with funding.

A Welsh author tackles mental health issues with healing from nature

Atreya Mukerjee·
Science & environment
·10 February 2022
A Welsh woman living with PTSD has published her own book, inspired by nature.
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Cardiff needs more LGBTQ+ friendly hairdressers, says salon owner

Oojal Kour·
Politics & social justice
·10 December 2021
A gender-neutral hair salon in Cardiff is advocating for more queer-inclusive hairdressing spaces around the country.

Breather Bubbles: a tranquil place for people who feel overwhelmed in crowds of shoppers

Xize Wang·
Business & Culture
·3 December 2021
A Christmas without lockdown, but it’s hard for some people to “back to normal” chaos of festival.

‘We are scared to deal with death’: artists come together to honour their friend’s dying wish in Cardiff

Oojal Kour·
Business & Culture
·19 November 2021
Award-winning theatre group talks about grief with a gut-wrenching satire on their late friend's passing.

Should working women in the UK receive paid period leaves?

Oojal Kour·
Sport & health
·5 November 2021
The Welsh Government aims to normalise menstrual hygiene in workplaces by 2026. We asked women in Cardiff how they feel about paid period leaves, and what the government could do better.
Abuse, whether physical or mental is unacceptable.

Dark love: a voice to the survivors of violent affairs

Prerana Bandi, Gareema Bangad and Chiara Castro·
Politics & social justice
·7 June 2021
This is Katheryn's story, a story that teaches us how, sometimes, a helpful hand of a professional is what one needs to find the power to take control of your life again!

Nature challenge: Give your soul a vacation

Fangyi Liu·
Business & Culture
·27 May 2021
Take time out of your life to be close to nature and give your mind and body a break from trivialities through 30 Days Wild challenge.

Unlocking the anxious: People from capital talk about social anxiety as lockdown restrictions ease

Gareema Bangad·
Sport & health
·20 May 2021
While most people are excited about the easing of lockdown regulations, those suffering with social anxiety are worried about losing their alone time.

Mental health and well-being: Key to Housing association project for Cardiff communities

Lucy Hynam·
Sport & health
·20 May 2021
After its success in Rhonda Cynon Taff, Hapi Cymru aims to engage the whole community in its projects.

Tai Chi: An ancient Chinese martial art healing the aged in pandemic

Ziyan Wang·
Sport & health
·20 May 2021
As the pandemic made gatherings and indoor sports difficult, a traditional Chinese martial art is spreading across Cardiff. Why is it gaining in popularity?

Challenging Stereotypes: Cardiff University’s football team takes another step at removing the ‘jock’ stereotype.

Prerana Bandi·
Politics & social justice
·9 May 2021
As an effort to make women feel safer walking alone on ‘National Rape Day’, Cardiff University’s football team offers to...

International Nurses Day: ‘They should feel proud of their profession’

Ziyan Wang·
Sport & health
·6 May 2021
After more than a year the pandemic hit the UK, we spoked with nurses in Wales to understand what they wish for the future of the profession.

Racism in Capital: University Students from Cardiff highlight a “Culture of Discrimination”

Archita Joshi·
Politics & social justice
·6 May 2021
Cardiff University has the third-highest number of reported cases in incidences of racism. However, the actual incidents could be higher as not every incident is reported.

Insomnia hits Cardiff: The capital is worst hit by pandemic sleep problems

Archita Joshi·
Sport & health
·18 March 2021
Cardiff is the UK city most likely to suffer from insomnia (37%), followed by Sheffield (36%), Glasgow (35%) and Newcastle (35%)

Local professor is praised for her contribution for the communities

Yi Yen Charlotte Leung·
Sport & health
·18 March 2021
Cardiff professor is being honoured as ‘superwoman’. What inspires her to keep going in the hard times to become ‘superwoman’?

From your front door: the new Welsh running initiative

Scarlet Charles·
Sport & health
·5 February 2021
How a campaign inspires people to run and excercise during the pandemic.
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How is online learning affecting students’ mental health?

Rahul Thyamagundlam, Yiran Xing, Gareema Bangad and Lucy Hynam·
Sport & health
·5 February 2021
With schools transitioning to online learning, many students have been feeling ‘Zoom fatigue’.

Loneliness in the UK: how are the elderly coping?

Arthur, Scarlet Charles, Rufei Ou and Prerana Bandi·
Sport & health
·4 February 2021
What is being done to help the wellbeing of the elderly during the lockdown period?
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Autistic artists of Wales demonstrate their talent amidst the lockdown.

Gareema Bangad·
Business & Culture
·3 February 2021
Members of the autistic community in Cardiff created a virtual scratch night with the help of Aubergine Café and the Arts Council of Wales.

Fighting dementia: new app to help people remember their past

Lorenzo Trevisan·
Business & Culture
·24 January 2021
App for elderly to help them with dementia

Mental Care: A helpline launched for visually impaired people to relieve psychical pressure

Yiran Xing·
Sport & health
·22 January 2021
Over 121,000 blind and partially sighted people in Wales also deserve mental health care.
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‘Being registered blind was a really hard pill to swallow’: Partially blind man turns into sports to boost confidence

Akshata·
Sport & health
·18 December 2020
During the testing times of the pandemic, this partially blind man turns into sports for confidence.

Celebrities take part in campaign to raise awareness of LGBT+

Prerana Bandi·
Business & Culture
·18 December 2020
As a part of the campaign, celebrities and influencers take to their social media handles to share pictures of them...

Christmas in Covid: Artists around UK find ways to celebrate together.

Gareema Bangad·
Business & Culture
·18 December 2020
DMU Gospel Choir conducts virtual Christmas Concert for people across world to keep up holiday mood amid the pandemic. A...

Wild Gardens: Escape to Nature

Ruan Hallett·
Business & Culture
·22 November 2020
A beautiful forest hidden under your nose.

Human’s faithful companion is helping him deal with the tough time of this lockdown

Mrunal Deshpande·
Business & Culture
·4 May 2020
"I think I am saner because of my pets. We have less confrontation with pets at home than with humans."

Cardiff Salsa lovers are connected by online dancing classes

Huan Zhu·
Sport & health
·27 April 2020
From small boxes of Zoom, some people are dancing with the person they are living with; some are dancing with their lovely cuddle toys.

Five tips to keep yourself sane during self-isolation

shannonbudden·
Global city
·19 March 2020
Does the thought of being cooped up inside fill you with dread? Here's some advice to get through it.

Project in Cardiff aims to help new mothers suffering from depression

Xin Wu·
Global city
·19 March 2020
On this year’s Mother’s Day, we give our attention not only to these great heroes around us, but also the issues they face.

Meet Crazy Kezza: the “little, short-ass, plus-sized mum” who won’t stop running

Megan Feringa·
Sport & health
·19 March 2020
For Kerrie Aldridge, running isn’t about finishing times. It’s about finishing lines and her son waiting at the end of them.

Moving swiftly on: How one man’s legacy continues on the pitch

Megan Feringa·
Sport & health
·12 March 2020
After a beloved former teammate's passing, a Torfaen walking rugby club is determined to open the sport to all players, just as he did.

Join in the Cardiff Community and meet your neighbours

Pamela Li·
Politics & social justice
·12 March 2020
"Run by the community, for the community." Go out, say hello to your neighbours and improve your community spirit.

Let’s talk about the menopause experience ladies!

Mrunal Deshpande·
Science & environment
·12 March 2020
"I still remember the first meeting when women couldn't stop talking with tears in their eyes." Cardiff's Menopause Cafe attracts many.

Holly’s Pombombs: Bravery in the face of mental health Issues

Jia Liang·
Global city
·5 March 2020
"I was determined to bring back the colour and joy that her death took from our world and decided to decorate her grave."

Fighting Your Corner: Boxing for mental health

Mrunal Deshpande·
Sport & health
·27 February 2020
“Boxing ring is like a game of chess; it is important to understand at what moment you should make a specific move."

How to practice Mindfulness

Anne Nielsen, Mrunal Deshpande, Niyati Chawla and Rhiana George·
Science & environment
·16 February 2020
Do you feel like you are speeding through life without being in the moment? Here are some effective tips on how to be more mindful.
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A photographer tells his battle with depression

Randall Gu·
Business & Culture
·6 February 2020
19-year-old Thomas Evans said that photography helps him to take power back during his toughest time.

How sport societies at Cardiff University are helping men with their mental health.

James Felton·
Sport & health
·22 November 2019
Thousands of British males have stopped shaving for a month in order to raise money and awareness for Movember 2019.

Miles to Go: Take a break from your life, by diving into others’

Francisco Rodríguez, JananiSuri, Shubham Shukla and Vinayak Shanker Sharma·
Global cityPolitics & social justice
·9 May 2019
The first episode of Miles to Go talks about "Lost in Translation", a quest to search for your identity and understand the world around you.
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‘Aesthetics of environment improves life’: going green for mental health

Hannah Robertson·
Science & environment
·11 April 2019
Being in nature is scientifically proven to help improve mental health: do people in Cardiff think its important too?

How do Cardiffians feel about green space in their city?

Steven Poole·
Science & environment
·11 April 2019
The green space and urban wildlife of Cardiff are central to its identity. For our day of #GreenCardiff2019 we asked Cardiffians how they feel about the role of it in their city.

Money alone won’t fix the student mental health crisis, argues Siân Burkitt

Sian Burkitt·
Politics & social justice
·4 April 2019
The Welsh Government has given extra funding to university mental health services. But is this in itself enough?

Are UK university accommodation services straining students’ mental health?

Kent Kitabatake·
Global city
·28 March 2019
Are British universities doing enough to prevent the rise in mental health issues, amongst students in their institutions?
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How to live in a better live? The answer could be music

Yudan Li·
Business & Culture
·21 March 2019
A recent report has highlighted the risk of mental health issues faced by the elderly in the UK, could music cafes offer a solution?

‘Not one person said that they were choosing to be on the streets’

Joshua Lowe·
Global city
·28 February 2019
Homelessness in Wales has increased by 40%, Shelter Cymru has released a report exploring challenges to the rough sleeper problem.

The new Barbie in a wheelchair: a face for children with disabilities

Yudan Li·
Politics & social justice
·21 February 2019
A new Barbie will represent children with disabilities. But how much can it really improve kids' wellbeing?

‘Shouldn’t we make our body a home?’: what it’s like to have body image issues

Arundhati Vaidya·
Global city
·21 February 2019
Find out what it is really like to have body image problems and what you can do to support someone.

Is social media bad for the young? The evidence and the unknown

Tianqi Jiang·
Business & Culture
·14 February 2019
Young people normally indulge in two hours of social media browsing time per day and this trend could put their mental health at risk.

Unplugging from social media

Hannah Robertson·
Global city
·14 February 2019
People rely on social media for almost everything. Some say it's an easy habit to break, others say it's not possible.

Transform your room into a Hygge paradise

JananiSuri·
Business & Culture
·14 February 2019
Winter blues got you down? Here are some simple tips to redecorate your home into a warm, productive haven worth hanging out in.

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