A new study is examining an innovative approach to mental health education in schools, aiming to overcome the limitations of previous methods. The program, known as 'One Step Back,' is being developed by Professor Tim Dalgleish at the University of Cambridge.
This initiative follows research that indicated disappointing outcomes from teaching universal mental health strategies. The 'All in the Mind' program, which is accessible for over a year, has been exploring various aspects of cognitive health and mental well-being. It features discussions with experts such as Dr. Jessica Agnew-Blais and Professor Catherine Loveday, who has a focus on cognitive neuroscience at the University of Westminster. Their contributions shed light on the complexities of measuring cognitive functions like brain fog.
The 'All in the Mind' program also delves into other health-related topics, including the challenges of distinguishing between ADHD-like symptoms during perimenopause and hormonal changes. It also touches upon the impact of receiving an ADHD diagnosis in adulthood, with personal accounts from individuals like Helen Thorn.
In addition to mental health education, the program is investigating the physiological responses to listening to music during exercise, a subject of interest for individuals who engage in running or gym activities. This research seeks to understand what occurs within the body when engaging in physical activity while listening to favorite music.
The presenter for 'All in the Mind' is Claudia Hammond, with production by Erika Wright and editing by Ilan Goodman. Jana Bennett-Holesworth serves as the production coordinator, and Neva Missirian is the sound engineer.