Category: Mental health
A year without Charls: The grief, the guilt and the what ifs
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A year ago today, I lost my friend Charls suddenly to suicide. As a suicide attempt survivor myself, we were able to speak openly with each other whenever we were struggling and needed support. I was there for her, and she was there for me. I thought and believed she…
How many more?
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It’s another World Suicide Prevention Awareness Day. What has changed? Yet another person I love has been lost to this epidemic. I am so tired. Or numb, I’m not sure. And I cannot understand the persistent fear around talking about suicide. Not talking about it isn’t changing anything. People –…
Changing the narrative on suicide: World Suicide Prevention Day 2024
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Why do we need to change the narrative on suicide? Suicide is preventable and sadly, one of the biggest barriers to people getting the help they need is how we perceive and talk about suicide.
How to get moving with fibromyalgia – Mental Health Awareness Week 2024
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The theme for Mental Health Awareness Week this year is Moving for our mental health. As extreme tiredness (fatigue) and pain are two of the main symptoms of fibromyalgia, many of us struggle with physical activity.
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