There are years’ worth of studies showing that reading can boost mental health and wellbeing. And not just books written for mental health, like those at the amazing Reading Well project. No, creative fiction and poetry have amazing benefits too! And what’s more, the benefits get more specific than stress reduction. They can actually help with loneliness, which is the theme of … [Read more...]
Iceland’s Christmas Eve Tradition
On Christmas Eve, the majority of people are rushing to get presents wrapped or snuggling up to watch a Christmas film. However, that’s not a normal Christmas Eve in Iceland. Since 1944, when the 2nd World War was still threatening society, the country started their Christmas celebration by snuggling together and reading a book. Many luxuries had been rationed due to expense … [Read more...]
Men’s Mental Health Awareness
In November the annual international movement, Movember, takes place. Organised by the charity of the same name, Movember aims to raise awareness for men's mental health issues. mentalhealth.org quotes that '[i]n England, around one in eight men has a common mental health problem such as depression, anxiety, panic disorder or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)'. With so … [Read more...]
Transgender Awareness Week
Transgender Awareness Week happens every November, aiming to raise trans visibility and address issues faced by the community in everyday life. It’s a time to learn, reflect and honour transgender lives lost to violence. SGS Library+ are proud to support this awareness week and have highlighted some resources below from our catalogues that celebrate the LGBTQ+ … [Read more...]
New Christmas Books and DVDs at WISE LRC!
There's still time to borrow book or film from WISE LRC to enjoy during the Christmas holidays! We have lots of Christmas resources to get you into the festive spirit, including: A Christmas Killer by Alex Pine - Book DI James Walker is ready for a quiet family Christmas in the sleepy village of Kirkby Abbey. But when he opens an early Christmas present left on his doorstep, he … [Read more...]
