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French woman with bipolar disorder hitchhikes across France to fight stigma

Léa Vigier is travelling the country with a sign reading “J’suis bipolaire. Tu m’invites?” to spark conversations, challenge stereotypes, and raise awareness of mental illness

Number of reimbursed sessions with a psychologist increases in France

People can benefit from 12 consultations without requiring a referral from their GP

Tips for surviving and thriving as a blended family in France

Columnist Cynthia Spillman gives her advice for living in harmony as a step-parent

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How to cope when the shine comes off your ‘perfect’ new life in France

High expectations and a lack of support can soon lead to feelings of isolation – but don't suffer in silence

France to introduce first ever blood test for bipolar disorder

The test, from a French start-up, promises to reduce diagnosis time from around 10 years to a few weeks

Raising awareness of invisible disabilities: 'it can feel extremely lonely when you are diagnosed'

We speak to a journalist with multiple sclerosis who is now working to remove the social stigma around disabled people

How to get free mental health support in France

People who live in France can have eight sessions with a psychologist which are fully reimbursed by the public healthcare system

Prescriptions of mind-altering drugs for children soar in France

Tens of thousands of children are affected by the rising prescriptions, according to a new report

Study reveals lasting impact of Nice terror attack on children present

Preliminary results on the effects of the 2016 July 14 attack suggest Post-Traumatic Stress Order can affect all ages. Children born of mothers pregnant at the time were included

Interior decorator brings feel-good design to poorer Paris suburbs

Assetou Coulibaly says her association helps people in social housing take control of their circumstances and improve their mental health by redecorating their homes

French woman who posed as fake GP now found posing as fake teacher

Samantha Avril is now under psychiatric care and criminal investigation after she was discovered to be working as a teacher, and had worked as a GP, without any qualifications

Recap: 14 new rules and health changes in France

Flood warning app, psychologists visits and cheaper fuel - here are some French regulation changes that could affect you and your property

Covid France and mental health: 4 platforms with support in English

English-language helplines and support groups are available as the coronavirus pandemic continues to leave a toll on our mental health

Stade Toulousain rugby coach joins heart-warming support of Welsh boy

Former All-Blacks player Jerome Kaino, who lives in France, joined thousands of big names to send messages of support after the boy was mocked online because of his weight

English-language mental health helpline in France issues SOS

SOS Help is appealing for donations as demand for emotional support has increased during the Covid-19 crisis

Zen and the art of modern stress-level maintenance

More people from all walks of life are incorporating meditation into their daily routines.

Mental Health Foundation reveals shocking statistics

Sponsored feature: Therapist Melissa Martyn reviews the results of the Mental Health Foundation’s 2018 study which was an online poll undertaken by YouGov, and had a sample size of 4,619 respondents. This is the largest known study of stress levels in the UK.

Mental health

French woman with bipolar disorder hitchhikes across France to fight stigma

Number of reimbursed sessions with a psychologist increases in France

Tips for surviving and thriving as a blended family in France

How to cope when the shine comes off your ‘perfect’ new life in France

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French air traffic control strike called off, Ryanair reinstates flights

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigns after record-short stint in office

What to do with your low denomination euro coins in France

Calais to start EES digital border checks from October 12

Ryanair summer 2026 schedule: Bergerac back, but not Brive nor Béziers

New ‘Frankenstein’ Covid-19 variant in France: What symptoms to look out for?

Two die as storm Amy hits north of France

France to introduce first ever blood test for bipolar disorder

Raising awareness of invisible disabilities: 'it can feel extremely lonely when you are diagnosed'

How to get free mental health support in France

Prescriptions of mind-altering drugs for children soar in France

Study reveals lasting impact of Nice terror attack on children present

Interior decorator brings feel-good design to poorer Paris suburbs

French woman who posed as fake GP now found posing as fake teacher

Recap: 14 new rules and health changes in France

Covid France and mental health: 4 platforms with support in English

Stade Toulousain rugby coach joins heart-warming support of Welsh boy

Mental health appointments to be made more affordable in France

New French mental health campaign for young as Covid takes its toll

Why art is good for your mental health during Covid-19

English-language mental health helpline in France issues SOS

'Urgent' call to open parks in France’s red zones

Creuse autism charity's €1,000 Jardins Ouvert gift

Charity aims to end problem of loneliness

Dordogne villager's marathon effort for Mencap

‘Life-changing’ blood test identifies bipolar disorder

Zen and the art of modern stress-level maintenance

Mental Health Foundation reveals shocking statistics

Seeing a therapist shows ‘courage’ say French public

Join us for a Rejuvenation Day

France announces extra €40m fund for mental healthcare