When someone says they’re suicidal we should listen
When someone says they’re suicidal we should listen. It should not be ignored or belittled. It is a big step for someone to be open and vulnerable about suicidal thoughts. If you are worried about someone, reach in. Be there for them. When someone needs help, we all have a part to play. No one […]
Harmless ePortal
Coming out of national lockdown: reflections on COVID-19 and mental health
Today I attended the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Greater Manchester Patient Safety Translational Research Centre Symposium on Mental Health during COVID-19 (whew, that is a mouthful!). I found it particularly helpful hearing how self harm and suicide needs have changed during the pandemic. Now we are almost halfway through our own From Harm […]
