Mental Health UK

Whether you love this time of year or find the changing seasons difficult, having something to look forward to can sometimes help. What are you enjoying or looking forward to this autumn, big or small? Share yours below 👇

What a first season with PREM Rugby 🏉 At the final, we asked fans what helps them feel brave, and we were blown away by their answers. We can't wait to see what next season has in store. Find out more about the partnership and working with us 👉 https://bit.ly/3hrjefp

Manisha discovered Into Work during a difficult period of unemployment. Through the programme, she rebuilt her confidence, developed new skills, and took steps towards her future. Read Manisha’s story and learn how our Into Work programme is helping people living with mental health conditions move towards employment. 👉 https://bit.ly/4xNrMU2 [Image description: Slide 1: A blue speech bubble on a purple background contains the quote: "Progress doesn’t always happen through one big moment. Sometimes it comes from a series of smaller steps." Slide 2: A quote on a textured paper reads: “I’ve been looking for a job since I was 16. I was going through a very difficult and uncertain period. I was experiencing anxiety and depression, and was worried about all of the expenses that I had to pay for.” Manisha Slide 3: “The thought of moving forward into employment felt overwhelming. I didn’t always recognise my own abilities. Into Work didn’t simply help me search for a job. It gave me opportunities to develop myself along the way.” Slide 4: “I was met with patience, and encouragement rather than pressure. The support was tailored to where I was, which allowed me to take steps forward at my own pace. Most importantly, it helped me feel more prepared to take the next steps towards employment."]

What a first year it's been with PREM Rugby! 💙 Together, we've helped raise awareness of mental health and support more young people to access the help they need. Could your organisation help us reach even more people? Find out more about working with us 👉 https://bit.ly/3PT0bdw [Image description: Slide 1: A person with short hair smiling in a stadium with overlayed text "PREM Rugby x Mental Health UK Season 1 wrapped. Slide 2: A photo of people in a sports stadium with overlayed text "Over the last 12 months of our partnership with PREM Rugby, the number of fans who recall seeing a Mental Health UK campaign has increased by 56%" Slide 3: People sitting on the grass next to a Mental Health UK gazebo. Overlayed text "Across the season, our partnership raised over £90,000, including over £55,000 raised at the Gallagher PREM final." Slide 4: Fans outside a stadium. Text "This money has enabled us to support more people with their mental health, including 2,433 young people last year through our Bloom and Your Resilience programmes." Slide 5: a rugby pitch in a full stadium. Text: "We are also introducing a brand new programme, Ready for Work, to support young people with the transition to work." Slide 6: Rugby players on the pitch and fans in the stand. Text "We can't wait for season two! Find out more about the impact of our partnerships by emailing partnerships@mentalhealth-uk.org"]

Talking to your GP about your mental health can feel daunting, especially if you're not sure what to say and feel limited by the time available. Here are five tips to help you make the most of your appointment. Read our full guide to talking to your GP 👉 https://bit.ly/4yQRmYj [Image description: Slide 1: Blue sticky note with the text "Five Tips for Talking to Your GP About Mental Health," attached with tape on a dotted background. Two overlapping speech bubble icons are at the bottom. Slide 2: A sticky note with taped top displays text "1. Prepare what you want to say. Think about what you’d like to cover during your appointment, for example: • How you’ve been feeling emotionally, mentally, and physically • Anything that may have contributed to you feeling that way • Anything you’ve already tried" A speech bubble icon is in the bottom right corner. Slide 3: A sticky note with taped top displays text "2. describe what’s changed. Try to be as specific as you can about the changes you’ve noticed: • Changes in your thoughts, mood, behaviours, or physical health • How long you’ve been experiencing these changes. • Whether anything makes them better or worse" A speech bubble icon is in the bottom right corner. Slide 4: A sticky note with taped top displays text "3. be honest about the impact. Explain how your mental health is affecting your day-to-day life. Tell them if you’ve been experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicide. Consider these: • Work, study, or daily responsibilities • Relationships with family, friends, and colleagues • Self-care and motivation" A head with question marks icon is in the bottom right corner. Slide 5: A sticky note with taped top displays text "4. Ask questions. You have the right to ask questions and be involved in decisions about your care. If there’s anything you don’t understand or want to clarify, ask your GP to explain. • What treatment options are available? • Are there local services I can access? • What are the benefits and side effects?"A question mark icon is in the bottom right corner. Slide 6: A sticky note with taped top displays text "5. leave with a clear plan. Before your appointment ends, make sure you understand what will happen next. You might want to check: • Have I been referred for further support or treatment? • When should I hear back? • What should I do if my symptoms don’t improve or become worse?" A note book icon is in the bottom right corner.]

Let's hear it for our fundraisers! 🙌 A huge well done and thank you to all our incredible fundraisers who took on the Run Cheltenham 10K this weekend. We're so grateful for your support! Feeling inspired? Find your next challenge 👉 https://bit.ly/33ArCBQ

A conversation could make all the difference to a young person's mental health. This #YouthMentalHealthDay, check out our tips to help you start talking. Head to our website for more advice 👉 https://bit.ly/2TymdHK [Image description: A blue background with a dotted pattern at the bottom and an arrow pointing right. Slide 1: a speech bubble saying "HI" at the top. Text reads, "Five tips for talking to young people about their mental health." Slide 2: a clock icon at the top. Text reads: "Plan the best time to talk. Think about the setting and be respectful of their priorities. Ask them when and where they would like to talk." Slide 3: A steaming mug with a heart icon above text reading, "Consider ways you can open the conversation." Below, in smaller text: "Be transparent about your actions and reasons. Avoid using labels like ‘mental health’ or naming conditions." Slide 4: an ear icon and speech bubbles at the top. The text reads: "Listen and empathise. Listening to their point of view can be more helpful than giving advice. Try to understand how they are feeling." A white arrow points to the right corner. Slide 5: An icon of two hands holding each other above the word "Normalise." Text reads: "Tell them that speaking about how you are feeling is brave - it is nothing to be ashamed of." Slide 6: A blue thought bubble icon. The text reads: "Avoid easy solutions. What would help someone or what they want to happen will be different for everyone. Don’t try to ‘fix’ or give advice as your first response." Slide 7: Text stating "Find more tips on our website," followed by an arrow pointing to a URL.]

Kerim’s 4-year battle with chronic kidney disease had a significant impact on his mental health. But while attending one of our Resilience workshops, sharing his experiences with other young people allowed him to feel less alone. Our partnership with PREM Rugby helps make support like this possible, enabling us to be there for more young people like Kerim. Learn more about partnering with us and help us create change 👉 https://lnkd.in/eMU4DcaH

A racing heart. Breathlessness. Feeling overwhelmed. Anxiety and panic attacks can feel similar, but they're not the same. Understanding the difference can help you make sense of what you're experiencing. Here's how to spot the difference. 👇

The conversation you might be avoiding could be the one someone needs most. Share this post this #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. You never know whose life it could help change. Get advice and support 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZqyeiF [Image description: Slide 1: Purple graphic with the text "Worried someone might be thinking about suicide? Here’s what to do" and an illustration of two hands reaching toward each other. Slide 2: A purple graphic with a white speech bubble at the top. Below, text reads: "Ask the question. Ask someone directly if they are thinking of suicide. Being asked directly might enable someone to open up about how they are feeling." Slide 3: An illustration of two hands gently holding each other is above the text "Empathise and reassure them." Below, it reads: "Encourage them to share their feelings, reminding them you care, they're not alone, and things can improve." Slide 4: Purple background with an icon of an ear surrounded by speech bubbles. Below, text reads: "Listen. Show you’re listening by repeating their words back to them. Don’t try and think of immediate solutions." Slide 5: A purple graphic featuring three question marks and the text: "Ask questions. Ask if they've felt like this before. Did their feelings change last time? Avoid judging, criticising, or blaming them, or suggesting that they’re being silly." Slide 6: A graphic of two hands clasped together, set against a purple background. The text reads: "Encourage them to seek help. Gently encourage them to reach out for support in a way that feels comfortable for them. Follow up and check in. If they are in immediate danger, make sure they are not left alone and that someone stays with them."]