RCVS - Mind Matters

The official account for the @theRCVS Mind Matters Initiative which seeks to address mental health and wellbeing issues in the veterinary professions.

[RCVS - Mind Matters @vetmindmatters]

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[Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons @theRCVS]

Calling all veterinary mental health researchers! Next year we’re celebrating 10 years of @vetmindmatters and would like to invite you to get involved in our 2025 mental health research symposium! To find out more and submit an abstract visit: https://t.co/LyQHrSiqJ7

[RCVS - Mind Matters @vetmindmatters]

We’re excited to announce that our 5th mental health symposium will be held in Autumn 2025. Watch this space for further information. In the meantime, you can find presentations from previous symposiums here: https://t.co/s2nsKIT8cI #WMHD2024 #RCVSMindMatters 4/4

[RCVS - Mind Matters @vetmindmatters]

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay with the theme of "Workplace mental health’ – an opportunity to open up conversations about the importance of mental health in our organisations, workplaces and within the veterinary professions. #WMHD2024 #RCVSMindMatters 1/4

[RCVS - Mind Matters @vetmindmatters]

We believe that research plays a critical role in supporting and protecting mental health. Find out more about our new research grants, and apply for funding here: https://t.co/hLTxN4TWCD #WMHD2024 #RCVSMindMatters 3/4

[RCVS - Mind Matters @vetmindmatters]

Calling all mental health researchers! There are less than two weeks left to apply for our new mental health grants! Find out more and submit your proposal by 7 October: https://t.co/hLTxN4ToN5

[RCVS - Mind Matters @vetmindmatters]

Don't forget to sign up for our Mental Health First Aid online course on Tuesday 8 October and Tuesday 15 October from 8:30am to 4:30pm. It is open to all members of the veterinary professions in Northern Ireland. Find out more: https://t.co/UPBFlhB57g

[RCVS - Mind Matters @vetmindmatters]

Applications are open until 23:59 BST on 7 October, so visit the MMI website to learn more and submit your proposal: https://t.co/EuENkQobCS

[RCVS - Mind Matters @vetmindmatters]

Over the past 5 years, we have awarded £120,000 in research grants to support mental health in the veterinary professions. This year, we are delighted to announce that we will continue funding vital mental health research with the launch of our new mental health research grants!

[RCVS - Mind Matters @vetmindmatters]

Our £5000 Discovery Grant is perfect for postgraduate or early career researchers looking to kick-start a small-scale study, while our £15,000 Impact Grant is aimed at more established researchers working on more substantial/medium-sized projects.

[RCVS - Mind Matters @vetmindmatters]

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay 🎗️
Studying can be exciting but the challenges of being a student can also impact your mental health. Student specific helplines and resources are available if you need support.

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[RCVS - Mind Matters @vetmindmatters]

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay 🎗️
Support and advice is available if you or someone you know is struggling, or if you have been bereaved by suicide.

🧡Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide - https://t.co/Ct6HBWeP9v

[RCVS - Mind Matters @vetmindmatters]

Suicide CAN be prevented!🎗️

The International Association for Suicide Prevention has some incredible resources to help inspire open and honest discussions about suicide.

👇Find out how you can #StartTheConversation

[International Association for Suicide Prevention @IASPinfo]

We want to #ChangeTheNarrative on suicide this #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. We want to inspire individuals, communities, organizations, and governments to engage in open and honest discussions about suicide and suicidal behaviour.
https://t.co/c66HLwWPys

[RCVS - Mind Matters @vetmindmatters]

Join our Mental Health First Aid online course on Tuesday 8 October and Tuesday 15 October from 8:30am to 4:30pm. It is open to all members of the veterinary professions in Northern Ireland. Find out more: https://t.co/UPBFlhB57g