Mental Health Blogs UK Top 10
This ranking was last updated 14/05/2024.
Vuelio uses a proprietary algorithm to create these rankings, based on topic-related content in blogs on its system – you can read more about the process here. Our research team actively seeks out new blogs and bloggers for inclusion, but if you think we’ve missed someone, please get in touch to let us know.
If you’re in need of a handy elf to help with mental health, look no further. The Mental Elf, launched by information scientist Andre Tomlin, has been offering its readers – many of them medical practitioners – the information they need with ‘no bias, no misinformation, no spin’ since 2011. With so many sources of disinformation out there in 2024, this blog provides a space for safe sharing of legitimate findings. The team scours over 500 sources of evidence – including journals, databases, and websites – everyday to compile evidence-based research and reports.
2. Psychreg
Dedicated to ‘spreading knowledge and awareness’, this psychology, health, and wellness resource was originally launched by Dennis Relojo-Howell in 2014, who is now joined by a host of experts in the field. For the numbers – this blog has ten years of research and outreach, 15,000+ articles published and five million annual readers as of 2024. But don’t be intimidated – check out what’s trending from the medical field now from the homepage, and dip into content focusing on Mind & Brain, Mental Health & Wellbeing, Education & Learning and much more.
Joining our top four non-movers in this year’s ranking update is Sarah Bailey with her blog ‘Life In A Break Down. Launched in 2010, this blog charts Sarah’s own mental health journey as well as updates and breakthroughs in the wider medical and wellness sector. ‘I decided I wanted to stop blogging about the bad sides of my illness and the bad things in my life and focus on the good,’ says Sarah. Content now also includes lifestyle alongside the mental and physical health posts, so check out how to enrich all areas of your life here.
Cognitive behavioural therapist Mandy Kloppers is on a mission to help her readers ‘make positive changes’ with her blog Thoughts On Life And Love. Aiming to ‘practice what I preach’ after her own difficult childhood and issues with chronic illness, Mandy writes about her own experiences as well as topics including addiction, relationships, emotional wellbeing, self-improvement and the benefits of therapy. Check out recent pieces on depictions of hoarding disorder on film, how to tackle phobia of dogs, and how healthy the average Brit is.
Up from number six since last year’s update of our mental health UK blog ranking is no holds barred blog Unwanted Life. With a name inspired by ‘something dark’, the intention of this blog is much more positive in nature – ‘to help raise awareness and make people feel less unwanted’. Self-described by its blogger as an ‘invisible disability blog (mental and physical health), this is an online space for the sharing of first-hand experiences as well as advice and information. Check out content related to coping strategies, self-care, support, treatment, and education.
6. Sanity Daily
Another blog rising up this ranking is Priyanka’s Sanity Daily, providing an everyday dose of support and information. ‘Making mental health a priority’ is the motto here, with an aim to be ‘the kindest corner of the internet, where warmth and understanding abound’. This trove of encouragement for mental health and wellbeing centres on awareness as well as building better relationships. Deep dives focus on different types of groundwork to try – read up on journaling techniques, inner child work, taoist philosophy and more to find what could work for you.
Helping to shine a light on mental wellness is Eleanor Segall Mandelstam, who started blogging at Be Ur Own Light in 2016. While Eleanor created the blog to ‘raise awareness to friends and family of what life is like living with conditions’ she also seeks to ‘emphasise how, however difficult, you can go on to live a happy and fulfilling life’. Find more from this writer in her book ‘Bring Me To Light’, but first, check out recent posts on returning to work after periods away, mental healthcare available in schools, and unleashing potential with personal growth.
We welcome a new entry to the ranking for 2024 with Youngminds’ Blog, run by UK charity YoungMinds, which is committed to improving the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people.The blog provides a space to ‘read other young people’s experiences and tips for getting through it’ but is also a place for people that care about YoungMinds’ target audience. Content is split into posts targeted to young people, parents, and also professionals working to help.
9. Open Journal
Moving back up a spot this year is Mike Douglas’ Open Journal, a blogcast sharing useful content in the written word as well as in podcast form. Find posts on general mental health, lifestyle, reviews, health and fitness, and ‘dadding’, as well as pieces more personal to Mike’s own experiences. For what Mike has been focused on in 2024 so far, read up on the importance of Parent Mental Health Day, why Blue Monday isn’t a thing, how to bring your whole self to work, and, of course, Mental Health Awareness Week.
‘We believe in sharing our knowledge to make managing mental health better’ say the team at Benevolent Health Blog, which is led by founder and BPC psychodynamic psychotherapist Marteka Swaby. Mental health specialists for the hybrid workplace, the team aim to create happier, healthier and more inclusive cultures. Head to the blog section of the website for ways to advance equity and inclusivity at work, a look into why we hold grudges and how to let go of them, and why rest is a superpower.
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