As lockdown continues to lift, some of us might be feeling more anxious than relieved. Below, we share Seren’s experience of how lockdown lifting has impacted her mental health, along with our tips for supporting someone who’s worried about restrictions easing. This month we want to hear your ideas on how we can make your email…
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For many of us, the gradual easing of lockdown brings longed-for opportunities (even if at a social distance) – to see friends, play sports, resume contact with family in ‘real space’ or get back to work that we value. But for many of us, even the happy, much anticipated changes can be difficult for our…
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Visit the Recovery College Online web site for free courses, information and advice regarding coronavirus: Coping during the pandemic Coping during the pandemic (Children 7-12) Coping during the pandemic (Young People 13-18) Tips on managing worries about the coronavirus Information for parents and carers Managing Corona Virus Anxiety
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Rachel experienced anxiety and depression throughout her pregnancy and after her baby was born. Read her story to understand just how important it is that mums and their partners receive the right support for their mental health.
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It’s 2018, men don’t need to fight bears Being an adult is hard. Most of us are born into this world, kicking and screaming and we probably don’t stop crying until we’re around, what, 33? At 33, we look like we’ve gotten our shit together and most of us by that point have forgiven our…
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The Safe Place scheme is aimed at any adult who may be vulnerable as a result of problems with their physical or mental health or because they have a learning disability. They may be experiencing dementia, be anxious, lost, upset or afraid. Members of the Safe Places scheme carry a scheme card and/or a Safe…
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Newcastle Support Group is a non-profit weekly mental health support group who will meet in Newcastle on a weekly basis on Wednesdays, starting on 10th January 2018. The aim of this Support Group is to offer help to those with mental health problems, including stress, anxiety and depression. As well as group support, they will…
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