Put simply, this is a call for every workplace to have trained mental health first-aiders just like they have physical first-aiders. A number of employers are taking action. WHSmith has committed to match the number of staff that are physical first-aiders with mental health first-aiders over the next 12 months. This is an interesting idea….
Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN): When your parents fail to respond enough to your emotions and emotional needs. What happens to a child whose parents too seldom say, “What’s wrong?” and then listen with care to her answer. How does it affect a child to have parents who are blind to what he is feeling? Parents…
I am a 25-year-old looking to do the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and the Continental Divide Trail in one year. This is also known as the calendar triple crown of hiking. I am looking to bring awareness to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention throughout the hike as well as keep a daily blog…
“This year, we’re inviting you to join us for the 6th annual blog party on Monday, October 10. Mental health is important to all of us, and we need your help to spread that message! So how do you join in on the party? The World Health Organization’s Mental Health Day topic this year is…
“Thankfully, these stigmas have decreased somewhat over the last few years, and young people are feeling a bit better about reaching out, but there’s still a lot of work to be done. It will take everyone’s commitment to continue to lend shoulders and ears when people are struggling, consider our own attitudes to mental health,…
“Talking about suicide is one of the best ways to prevent it. But how we talk about it is critically important. When addressing the topic of suicide, it is essential to convey messages of hope, healing and help. “ It is so important to stay hopeful in the face of depression and suicidal thoughts. Depression…
