In the final part of our series on menopause and mental health, author and researcher Helen Douglas shares her insights around menopause, trauma and neurodiversity. Helen shares her own experiences, including the groups which have been invaluab

Menopause Part 2: Maddy

Feb 15th, 2023 17m 26s

This is the second episode on our three part series looking at the menopause. In it we speak to Maddy about her experience with medical Menopause, the lack of education on the subject for young people, and the importance of talking to people yo

Menopause Part 1 Maureen

Jan 17th, 2023 28m 8s

This is our first episode in our three part series series looking at experiences of the menopause. We speak to Maureen about the ways in which it can affect all aspects of life, and the strategies she used.

Creativity

Jun 19th, 2022 46m 39s

In this episode we chat to our guests about how they express themselves creatively and how they feel that it affects their mental health. We cover different forms of creativity, like painting, photography, crochet and sculpting. We also discuss

Winter and Emotions

Feb 6th, 2022 41m 38s

In this episode we explore some of the ways that the winter months affect our mental health. We discuss the importance of acknowledging your emotions, being kind to yourself, and understanding your personal body clock.You can find more from o

Social media

Nov 3rd, 2021 37m 5s

In this episode we explore the ways that social media can impact on mental health, for good and bad. We cover how it increases the potential for social connection, how it could be more accessible, and the importance of boundaries. Featuring in

Exercise and Endurance

Aug 3rd, 2021 34m 43s

In this episode we speak with author Helen Douglas, Rachel Hoyes and Rebecca Strofton from TCV and psychotherapist and yoga teacher Elizabeth Walsh about their experience of long term exercise and its effect on mental health. We discuss several

Mind Waves Podcast: Clutter Chat

Feb 4th, 2020 32m 22s

Mind Waves Project Assistant Marie was lucky enough to spend an afternoon with Glasgow-based Clutter Chat, a project providing peer support for those who struggle with chronic clutter. In this episode we are in conversation with Dr Zem Moffat (

Mind Waves Podcast Episode 4

May 16th, 2019 22m 4s

In this episode we are in conversation with Hilda Campbell, Chief Executive of COPE Scotland. Hilda has so many inspiring things to say about how we can build a kinder society in which we ‘care over people’s emotions’. You can find out more abo

Seasons mini episode

Nov 9th, 2018 7m 42s

To mark our seasons theme drawing to an end we are delighted to share a special mini edition of the Mindwaves podcast. We feature some short interviews with GAMH volunteers and participants, recorded last month at the fantastic Autumn Festival

Episode 2

Oct 10th, 2018 23m 23s

We hear from Glasgow based mindfulness expert Kay Young, as well features from our Community Correspondents and feedback from our latest workshop!

Episode 1

Aug 17th, 2018 17m 35s

The very first episode of the Mindwaves podcast, with guests Maureen Gilmour and Angela McCrimmon. We explore the challenges of making journeys with anxiety disorder, as well as featuring some fantastic new music on the theme of mental health a

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