All Things Mental Health

All Things Mental Health
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We're a mental health podcast, focusing on young minds and students. We bridge the gap between research and lived experience, creating space for new dialogue to emerge. With a recent feature in the Guardian, this podcast is in the top 15% of podcasts shared globally. Partners inc. University of Oxford, King's College London, Student Minds, SMaRteN and U-Belong.Meet the team! Aneeska Sohal, our Founder and Project Manager. Aneeska is a Trustee for Student Minds and the Head of Strategy for Student Mental Health and Wellbeing at King's College London. Anna Bailie is our Researcher in Residence, with a specialism in mental health and politics. She works with WHO (World Health Organisation) as a Youth Participation Consultant for and Supporter of the Pan-European Mental Health Coalition Working Package on Child, Adolescent and Young People's Mental Health. Our Editor is Saul Devlin, with expertise in radio, music and sound recording.  Head over to our Instagram for more @allthings.mentalhealth, our Twitter @atmhpodcast or contact us at allthingsmentalhealth20@gmail.com

  1. Beyond the classroom: placements, apprenticeships and years abroad

    11/18/2025

    Beyond the classroom: placements, apprenticeships and years abroad

    “Life as a Neurodivergent Student” is a new podcast series co-created by Student Minds and All Things Mental Health, designed to explore and share the lived experiences of neurodivergent students in higher education. Drawing on research, clinical insight, and student-led steering groups, the series opens conversations around support, representation and navigating university life as a neurodivergent student. In each episode, students share and reflect on their own, unique, personal experiences, the lessons they have learned and their own opinions about life as a neurodivergent student. In the final episode, Esther and James explore what it means to step beyond university life into placements, years abroad and apprenticeships. They share personal stories of asking for reasonable adjustments during interviews and in the workplace, and explain the differences between Disabled Students’ Allowances and Access to Work. This episode explores how to navigate sensory and emotional challenges in new professional and international settings. Head to our linktree for resources specially tailored for neurodiverse students by podcast hosts and our researcher in residence https://linktr.ee/ATMH  Thanks for listening!

    33 min
  2. Finding balance as a neurodivergent student

    11/11/2025

    Finding balance as a neurodivergent student

    “Life as a Neurodivergent Student” is a new podcast series co-created by Student Minds and All Things Mental Health, designed to explore and share the lived experiences of neurodivergent students in higher education. Drawing on research, clinical insight, and student-led steering groups, the series opens conversations around support, representation and navigating university life as a neurodivergent student. In each episode, students share and reflect on their own, unique, personal experiences, the lessons they have learned and their own opinions about life as a neurodivergent student.  Managing and preventing burnout as a neurodivergent student can be challenging, but taking practical steps can really help. Andrew and Sarah discuss lessons they learned to manage and prevent burnout, including setting and communicating boundaries with friends, flatmates and coursemates, and finding community through peer support groups and neurodiversity networks. They reflect on the importance of making space for rest, connection and self-advocacy to maintain balance during student life. Head to our linktree for resources specially tailored for neurodiverse students by podcast hosts and our researcher in residence https://linktr.ee/ATMH  Thanks for listening!

    30 min
  3. The neurodivergent study survival guide

    11/04/2025

    The neurodivergent study survival guide

    “Life as a Neurodivergent Student” is a new podcast series co-created by Student Minds and All Things Mental Health, designed to explore and share the lived experiences of neurodivergent students in higher education. Drawing on research, clinical insight, and student-led steering groups, the series opens conversations around support, representation and navigating university life as a neurodivergent student. In each episode, students share and reflect on their own, unique, personal experiences, the lessons they have learned and their own opinions about life as a neurodivergent student.  In this episode, Arya and Liza create a practical guide to studying with neurodivergence in mind. They share tools for managing time, focus and motivation, and recognising how executive function affects learning. They explore how they have identified their strengths and study with them in mind, along with overcoming barriers in academic systems. This episode offers lived experience-based strategies for surviving and thriving at university. Head to our linktree for resources specially tailored for neurodiverse students by podcast hosts and our researcher in residence https://linktr.ee/ATMH  Thanks for listening!

    28 min
  4. Mental health & neurodivergent identities

    10/28/2025

    Mental health & neurodivergent identities

    “Life as a Neurodivergent Student” is a new podcast series co-created by Student Minds and All Things Mental Health, designed to explore and share the lived experiences of neurodivergent students in higher education. Drawing on research, clinical insight, and student-led steering groups, the series opens conversations around support, representation and navigating university life as a neurodivergent student. In each episode, students share and reflect on their own, unique, personal experiences, the lessons they have learned and their own opinions about life as a neurodivergent student. How do mental health and neurodivergence intersect? Emily and Rachel talk about navigating university and NHS support systems, along with how to lean into your strengths and find a sense of belonging. They discuss how building confidence in your neurodivergent identity can positively affect your mental health and overall university experience. They also discuss their experience of accessing the Disabled Students Allowance, which funds additional support for students with a disability, long-term health condition or who are neurodivergent. We would encourage all students who are eligible to access this funding so you can receive all of the support available to you. Head to our linktree for the resources mentioned in this episode and specially tailored for neurodiverse students by podcast hosts and our researcher in residence https://linktr.ee/ATMH Please note: In this episode, Emily and Rachel share some of their experiences of receiving support which they did not find helpful. These are their real, felt experiences. However, they are not true of the experience of every neurodivergent student. Many neurodivergent students have received support from their university and from Specialist Mentors that they have found helpful, and as they note, many universities are improving the support they provide to neurodivergent students. If you are a neurodivergent student, please do contact your university support team to discuss what support you can receive. If you find the support you are receiving to be unhelpful, please contact your support service to tell them and ask for support to help change this or to access an alternative.   Thanks for listening!

    25 min
  5. Advocating for yourself

    10/21/2025

    Advocating for yourself

    “Life as a Neurodivergent Student” is a new podcast series co-created by Student Minds and All Things Mental Health, designed to explore and share the lived experiences of neurodivergent students in higher education. Drawing on research, clinical insight, and student-led steering groups, the series opens conversations around support, representation and navigating university life as a neurodivergent student. In each episode, students share and reflect on their own, unique, personal experiences, the lessons they have learned and their own opinions about life as a neurodivergent student. What does self-advocacy look like as a neurodivergent student, and why is it so important? Melody and Evelyn explore this shift: moving from school, where advocacy was often done on your behalf, to speaking up for yourself at university and beyond. The conversation includes legal rights, accessibility tools like communication passports, and practising self-advocacy skills you can take into employment. Head to our linktree for resources specially tailored for neurodiverse students by podcast hosts and our researcher in residence https://linktr.ee/ATMH Thanks for listening!

    11 min
  6. Diagnosis, discovery, and daily Life

    10/14/2025

    Diagnosis, discovery, and daily Life

    “Life as a neurodivergent student” is a new podcast series co-created by Student Minds and All Things Mental Health, designed to explore and share the lived experiences of neurodivergent students in higher education. Drawing on research, clinical insight, and student-led steering groups, the series opens conversations around support, representation and navigating university life as a neurodivergent student. In each episode, students share and reflect on their own, unique, personal experiences, the lessons they have learned and their own opinions about life as a neurodivergent student.  This episode is in two parts. In the first part, the team behind the series reflect on ‘Life as a neurodivergent student’ and the creation of this podcast and the other resources developed through the project. They also discuss some of the experiences that students shared with them during the project and how this aligns with research and clinical experience. Importantly, the team reflects on the fact that different students involved had very different experiences of their time at university. As Dr Ashley notes, every neurodivergent person has their own journey, and they have unique strengths and challenges, and universities are also very different. Thankfully, as the team also discussed, many universities are also improving in the support they provide. In the second half of the episode, Michael and Martha open up about their personal journeys with neurodivergence, sharing reflections on diagnosis, identity, and navigating life with “spicy” brains. Martha recounts being diagnosed with dyspraxia at age 15, a moment that shifted her understanding of herself, especially since she had only ever heard of dyslexia before. Michael reflects on his university experience, where subtle differences in how he approached tasks led to a diagnosis of both ADHD and dyslexia. For him, receiving the "label" was less about limitation and more about unlocking “self-re-discovery” and growth. Together, they explore how their brains differ from neurotypical norms, and how that shaped their academic and social experiences. Michael describes feeling overwhelmed in traditional university settings, while Martha shares the anxiety she faces when discussing her diagnosis with new people. They also confront the stigma that can come with being open about neurodivergence, and how, through peer support and introspection, they’ve embarked on powerful journeys of self-discovery to redefine what it means to thrive with a neurodiverse identity. Head to our linktree for resources specially tailored for neurodiverse students by podcast hosts and our researcher in residence https://linktr.ee/ATMH  Thanks for listening!

    36 min
  7. Coming out stories

    03/19/2025

    Coming out stories

    For our final episode, hear from Alex and Ashley about their coming out stories. Exploring belonging and community, they discuss the importance of finding safe spaces, understanding your own journey, and effective peer support. They discuss how they have navigated adversity, activist burnout and other challenges. Healthy community building has supported them along the way, and you can tune in now to hear more. The co-hosts draw on their own experiences and if yours are different, that doesn't mean you can't find belonging or acceptance within your own individual journey. Access the Student Space Support Package here: https://studentspace.org.uk/wellbeing/life-as-a-trans-student Thanks for listening!

    36 min
  8. Living a double life

    03/11/2025

    Living a double life

    In our second episode, Reo, Harry and X explore the non-binary experience of living a double life across all aspects of their lives, including at university, with friends, and at home. Tune in to hear them discuss the unique challenges of non-acceptance, cultural constraints, and varying levels of understanding they navigate. This episode sheds light on shared and differing experiences, and encourages an understanding of living beyond the gender binary.  The co-hosts draw on their own experiences and if yours are different, that doesn't mean you can't find belonging or acceptance within your own individual journey. Access the Student Space support resources here: https://studentspace.org.uk/wellbeing/life-as-a-trans-student Thanks for listening!

    29 min
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We're a mental health podcast, focusing on young minds and students. We bridge the gap between research and lived experience, creating space for new dialogue to emerge. With a recent feature in the Guardian, this podcast is in the top 15% of podcasts shared globally. Partners inc. University of Oxford, King's College London, Student Minds, SMaRteN and U-Belong.Meet the team! Aneeska Sohal, our Founder and Project Manager. Aneeska is a Trustee for Student Minds and the Head of Strategy for Student Mental Health and Wellbeing at King's College London. Anna Bailie is our Researcher in Residence, with a specialism in mental health and politics. She works with WHO (World Health Organisation) as a Youth Participation Consultant for and Supporter of the Pan-European Mental Health Coalition Working Package on Child, Adolescent and Young People's Mental Health. Our Editor is Saul Devlin, with expertise in radio, music and sound recording.  Head over to our Instagram for more @allthings.mentalhealth, our Twitter @atmhpodcast or contact us at allthingsmentalhealth20@gmail.com

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  • Creator
    All Things Mental Health
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
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    © 2025 All Things Mental Health
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