Today is #InternationalTransgenderDayofVisibility. A day for us all to celebrate everyone who identifies as transgender. Trans people deserve to feel great about who they are and live without fear or prejudice.
"It’s important to remember that your priorities don’t just have to be work-related or productive."
Here Laura shares her experience of burnout - and the tips that helped her get better. https://t.co/t8N8Jz187L
This month marks 2 years of the #COVID19 pandemic, with many still coping with the impact it has had on their mental health.
Together, with our partners @themixuk, @giveusashout, @youngmindsuk and @youthaccess, we offer free support both online & locally >https://t.co/XXtAEcGldY
An important message from our partner @GiveUsAShout this #InternationalWomensDay 💜
Thank you to our team of volunteers, there to support the women that text us every day. Interested in volunteering for our text service with #Shout85258? Apply here > https://t.co/DkpTlZuDRW
Your thoughts and feelings are valid. We're here for women when they feel like they've got nobody else.
If you'd like to volunteer and be there for women like this Shout texter, apply here: https://t.co/ikyZxMGieI 💙
#InternationalWomensDay
Throughout the pandemic, we've worked with our partners to offer 13-25 year olds one space to connect, get information & support.
This #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, let friends and family know that our services are free & confidential > https://t.co/XXtAEcGldY
It's #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek: what are you doing to mark the week? It's not too late to get involved! 💛
Visit https://t.co/1VLX2ktjK8 to find out more, and help us to raise awareness of the importance of children and young people's #mentalhealth.
Our incredible Shout Volunteers are here 24/7 to provide confidential support to children, young people and adults on issues such as depression, anxiety, suicide, stress, bullying, loneliness and more.
Could you join our team and make a real difference? https://t.co/ikyZxMGieI
Coping with covid for a second #Christmas is not easy. We hope you're still enjoying the festive season, but if you're finding things tough, we're here to talk it through.
Our services are open as usual > https://t.co/XXtAEcGldY
Trying to get the balance right of keeping informed about covid and not feeling overwhelmed with looking into new variants and risks, can be tricky.
Our partner @TheMixUK have put together this helpful info with everything you need to know about #Omicron >https://t.co/hMrH0ta0Dl
Our partner @GiveUsAShout keeps our free text service running, supporting young people across the UK 24/7.
They're seeing more young people reaching out than ever before. You can support their life-saving work this #Christmas at https://t.co/V9SKkFhquW
Christmas isn't a happy time for everyone and Shout has even more children and young people texting us over Christmas than normal.
If you're able, we would be so grateful if you could donate at this link: https://t.co/r5ArL3Kkpi 💙🎄
It's okay if the new Covid restrictions have brought back difficult memories for you. How you're feeling is valid. Please be kind to yourself. And if you're struggling, talk to someone you trust.
The demand for Shout continues to grow. This October, we took 44,283 conversations with UK children, young people and adults in need of immediate mental health support, up 44% from October 2020. Find out more about how we support texters > https://t.co/uBKrL2Dd0d
More than 2 in 5 young people say that their money worries have increased due to the pandemic.
For advice on managing money or to speak to us about the way it's affecting your mental health, visit https://t.co/XXtAEcGldY
Research: our partner @TheMixUK
https://t.co/zXX8vySfAX
An important reminder from our partner @YoungMindsUK this #InternationalMensDay
Together, we are here to support you anytime you need at https://t.co/XXtAEcGldY
Men, it’s okay to:
1/ Talk about your emotions
2/ Accept that you’re struggling
3/ Ask for help when you need it
4/ Call in sick if you’re not feeling good
5/ Cry
6/ Protect your boundaries
Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.
#InternationalMensDay
Men are less likely to disclose mental health conditions or reach out for support. We worked with male students and experts to change this.
Read our tips for effectively supporting men’s mental health in higher education👉https://t.co/p7Dh9x9V0V #InternationalMensDay
This #AntiBullyingWeek take the time to learn how you can be there for those being bullied. The pandemic may have made those struggling feel even more isolated & together we can make a difference.
Take a look at this advice from our partner @GiveUsAShout >https://t.co/r8XshiCguX
Broadcast EXCLUSIVE: 51% of young people are now worried about their future because of money 💷
@TheMixUK stats shows the pandemic has caused
😟Anxiety
😶Depression
🥱Sleep problems
for young people concerned about their finances
#MentalHealthMonday: 📻https://t.co/kLgSagNU7e
When it comes to supporting someone with their mental health, it's okay to not have the answers.
Simply listening or letting them know that there is free mental health support available can make a huge difference.
We're here 24/7 at https://t.co/XXtAEcGldY
Great advice from our partner @GiveUsAShout on how to notice signs of stress.
If life is feeling overwhelming, tiring or stressful right now, we're here to talk it through > https://t.co/XXtAEcGldY #StressAwarenessDay
It’s #StressAwarenessDay today, so be sure to check in with your body and notice these signs of stress, today and every day! If you notice you're stressed often, take some time out for a break and have a good think about how you might be able to lighten the load. 💙