As virus-related fears and difficult conversations around racism have become part of everyday life in 2020, the British stiff upper lip has been tested. Canvas8 spoke to nine people about how their communication styles with loved ones are shifting at a time of unprecedented change.

Research has found that placing too much value on being happy can be counterproductive to young people's mental health. With anxiety on the rise and young people feeling pressure to be their best selves, there’s a need for brands to speak with realism rather than uncensored optimism.

As people become more mindful of endless scrolling and smartphone usage, they’re asking whether brands are doing enough to help them curb these habits. Blloc’s Ratio is an Android launcher that creates a streamlined and simplified UX, keeping users in control of their screen time.

Mental health issues among young people are on the rise, and a shortage of services can mean slow access to help. Following the success of its Calm Harm app, mental health charity Stem4 has released a printable version for those unable to access a smartphone.