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We must support those who need it most no matter what their issues are.

If you have 5-10 minutes to spare tomorrow why not factor in a little #SelfCareTuesday activity, from making yourself a nice cuppa to grabbing some fresh air, eating that slice of cake, or finding that perfect playlist.

"You are broken right now, yes, but you are also beautiful. You can be both at the same time."

This must change, catching mental health issues early in children is so important and the added pressures of travelling long distances does not help. We need more CAMHS centres and more inpatient beds on offer for young people.
If you've experienced issues with CAMHS please let us know.
Children forced to travel hundreds of miles for NHS mental health treatment. This is why we’re #FightingFor a new era for young people’s mental health.

What is a #MentalHealth First Aider? Check out @happifulhq's handy graphic to get an overview of our Mental Health #FirstAid course. https://t.co/X7QYDrAjs1

Learn the warning signs of suicide and you might just save a life.

Some great support guys, thank you for sharing. Keep it going, keep sharing, talking and raising awareness. Conversation can have preventative measures and has the potential to save lives.

This lunchtime on #WordSuicidePreventionDay, please spend 20 minutes to take this vital @Zer0Suicide #SuicidePrevention training.
Save a life, take the training: #WSPD #WSPD18 #IdAsk

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay It's ok NOT to be OK
@samaritans: 116 123 @MindCharity: 0300 123 3393... @AnxietyUK: 03444 775 774 @theCALMzone: 0800 58 58 58 @charitynopanic: 0844 967 4848 @CharitySANE: 0300 304 7000 @PAPYRUS_tweets: 0800 068 4141 @Rethink_: 0300 5000 927
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One to help our children understand that it's ok not to be ok.
"Piglet?" said Pooh.
"Yes Pooh?" said Piglet.
... "Do you ever have days when everything feels... Not Very Okay At All? And sometimes you don't even know why you feel Not Very Okay At All, you just know that you do."
Piglet nodded his head sagely. "Oh yes," said Piglet. "I definitely have those days."
"Really?" said Pooh in surprise. "I would never have thought that. You always seem so happy and like you have got everything in life all sorted out."
"Ah," said Piglet. "Well here's the thing. There are two things that you need to know, Pooh. The first thing is that even those pigs, and bears, and people, who seem to have got everything in life all sorted out... they probably haven't. Actually, everyone has days when they feel Not Very Okay At All. Some people are just better at hiding it than others.
"And the second thing you need to know... is that it's okay to feel Not Very Okay At All. It can be quite normal, in fact. And all you need to do, on those days when you feel Not Very Okay At All, is come and find me, and tell me. Don't ever feel like you have to hide the fact you're feeling Not Very Okay At All.
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Monday, 10 September World Suicide Prevention Day 2018 - please if you do one thing tomorrow, if you're struggling talk to someone and if you know someone who's struggling support them in finding help.
Mental health helplines Whether you're concerned about yourself or a loved one, these helplines can offer expert advice.
... Anxiety UK Charity providing support if you've been diagnosed with an anxiety condition.
Phone: 03444 775 774 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-5.30pm)
Website: www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Bipolar UK A charity helping people living with manic depression or bipolar disorder.
Website: www.bipolaruk.org.uk
CALM CALM is the Campaign Against Living Miserably, for men aged 15-35.
Website: www.thecalmzone.net
Depression Alliance Charity for sufferers of depression. Has a network of self-help groups.
Website: www.depressionalliance.org
Men's Health Forum 24/7 stress support for men by text, chat and email.
Website: www.menshealthforum.org.uk
Mental Health Foundation Provides information and support for anyone with mental health problems or learning disabilities.
Website: www.mentalhealth.org.uk
Mind Promotes the views and needs of people with mental health problems.
Phone: 0300 123 3393 (Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm)
Website: www.mind.org.uk
No Panic Voluntary charity offering support for sufferers of panic attacks and OCD. Offers a course to help overcome your phobia/OCD. Includes a helpline.
Phone: 0844 967 4848 (daily, 10am-10pm)
Website: www.nopanic.org.uk
OCD Action Support for people with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Includes information on treatment and online resources.
Phone: 0845 390 6232 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-5pm)
Website: www.ocdaction.org.uk
OCD UK A charity run by people with OCD, for people with OCD. Includes facts, news and treatments.
Phone: 0845 120 3778 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm)
Website: www.ocduk.org
PAPYRUS Young suicide prevention society.
Phone: HOPElineUK 0800 068 4141 (Mon-Fri,10am-5pm & 7-10pm. Weekends 2-5pm)
Website: www.papyrus-uk.org
Rethink Mental Illness Support and advice for people living with mental illness.
Phone: 0300 5000 927 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-4pm)
Website: www.rethink.org
Samaritans Confidential support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair.
Phone: 116 123 (free 24-hour helpline)
Website: www.samaritans.org.uk
SANE Emotional support, information and guidance for people affected by mental illness, their families and carers.
SANEline: 0300 304 7000 (daily, 4.30-10.30pm)
Textcare: comfort and care via text message, sent when the person needs it most: http://www.sane.org.uk/textcare
Peer support forum: www.sane.org.uk/supportforum
Website: www.sane.org.uk/support
YoungMinds Information on child and adolescent mental health. Services for parents and professionals.
Phone: Parents' helpline 0808 802 5544 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-4pm)
Website: www.youngminds.org.uk
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Here's a reminder this Friday to be grateful for our friends - today reach out and see how they're feeling, a simple 'how are you?' can spark a really great wellbeing conversation. Let's always root for one another and grow together.

"If you know that one of your friends is struggling with their mental health, there are a number of both emotional and practical things you can do to support them."
6 tips for supporting a friend:

To anyone struggling with tough challenges right now: You aren't alone. It might seem like the world doesn't care, but millions of us do. Please don't ever give up on yourself, even if you might feel lost right now. 💚
#SuicidePreventionMonth #KeepTalkingMH #MentalHealth

Bullying affects over one million young people every year, and anyone can be bullied. Here's what you can do if you're being bullied.

Remember you're not alone, talking about your mental health will help you find the best support.
4,383 UK men took their own lives in 2017, with the male suicide rate falling to its lowest point in 30 years. Much more work needs to be done to keep this trend going in the right direction.

"It’s vital that children and young people have someone they can talk to about why they’re self-harming."
This is a guide for parents for children who may be self harming.

Know the signs of suicide. Don't be afraid to ask, some people want to talk, they just need you to start the conversation #stoppingmalesuicide