ClearFear is a real-life social game which brings people together to use their superpowers to complete missions and conquer fear Be part of the secret smiling society and become a super-hero or secret agent. Your
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Social Work and Social Enterprise: An Uneasy Alliance?
Social work has an uneasy relationship with social enterprise. Although modules on social enterprise are increasingly popping up on social work curricula, the profession has a long way to go to fully embrace it. I
Continue ReadingFun: a new prescription for social anxiety
Anxiety affects us all. Sometimes, a little bit is a good thing. It can sharpen our minds before a performance or help us to complete a piece of work, for example. More often, though, it
Continue ReadingWe’re almost ready to ClearFear
The ClearFear game is in its final stage of development and testing. Supported by an additional grant from the RSA Catalyst Fund, the ClearFear game aims to bring people together in a fun and engaging
Continue ReadingClearFear game camp day two: the game begins
The ClearFear game took a significant step towards becoming a reality today. The first draft of the rules have been written and the game is starting to take shape. Energy levels this morning were low
Continue ReadingClearFear game camp day one: hide, seek and play!
Today has been a really great day and a completely new experience for me. The ClearFear game camp got underway in London this morning with traditional ice-breaking activities. Throwing a ball to one another as
Continue ReadingThe ClearFear Game: Using fun to tackle social anxiety
Connecting with other people is one of the 'five ways to well-being'. Many people with mental health problems have small social networks and experience difficulties in making positive social connections. This is the main reason why
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