The Specialism of Suicide Prevention: Valuing the Distinct Skill Set of Suicide-Facing Services
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) IntroductionWithin the realm of mental health, the field of suicide prevention and suicide-facing services requires a specific set of skills and training due to the unique demands and complexities involved. In this article, we delve into the distinct factors that contribute to workforce burnout in suicide prevention and emphasise the […]
Healing the Wounds of a Broken System: Restoring Trust and Transforming Help-Seeking
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) IntroductionWhen individuals finally find their way to organisations like Harmless (www.harmless.org.uk), it is often after enduring years of being passed from pillar to post within the broken mental health system. At Harmless, our primary focus becomes rectifying the damage caused by this systemic failure, rebuilding trust, challenging preconceptions about services, […]
My Journey to Harmless
By Dean Lloyd Ever since I was a teenager, I have been interested in the field of mental health. I took psychology at A-Level out of curiosity and quickly became fascinated by it. The impact of stress and the psychology of altruism are just a couple of the topics covered during that time which still […]
FREE Training for Workers and Volunteers in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire
By Yaj Buljeean (Harmless Trainer) At Harmless we are committed to helping people in a number of different ways, one of which lies with our training department who work to upskill individuals to feel confident in responding to and supporting those in distress. We are excited that Nottinghamshire County Council, Nottingham City Council and NHS Nottingham […]
Navigating Crisis: What to Expect from The Tomorrow Project’s Evidence-Based Suicide Crisis Services
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) IntroductionWhen facing a suicide crisis, it is crucial to have access to immediate, specialised support rooted in evidence-based care. At The Tomorrow Project, we are committed to providing comprehensive and research-informed services to individuals in crisis, ensuring their safety and well-being. In this article, we will explore what clients can […]
Bereaved By Suicide? We Are Here For You.
Sometimes when someone dies by suicide it can stir up many emotions, often unexpectedly. The Tomorrow Project’s Suicide Bereavement Support Service is available to anyone directly bereaved or affected by a bereavement by suicide. If you have been affected by a bereavement by suicide and would like some support, you can refer yourself using the […]
Raising Money for Suicide Awareness and Prevention
By Lisa Williamson (Suicide Bereavement Service Manager) Losing a loved one to suicide can feel unbearable. In the darkest of days, we frequently wonder how on earth will we ever be able to move forward with this. How do we continue our life, when the situation we are now in changes us as a person? […]
Chronic Illness: Taking Care of the Mind When the Body is Failing
By a member of the Harmless team A chronic illness is an (often) incurable condition that has long-lasting impacts on a person’s physical health. Chronic illness can range anywhere from psoriasis to conditions such as endometriosis and fibromyalgia. For many people struggling with chronic illness, the symptoms experienced and their consequences can often be debilitating, significantly […]
The Importance of Self-Compassion
By Charlotte Burt (Harmless Clinical Support Worker) I often receive some eye-rolls when I mention self-compassion, in both a professional and personal capacity. I completely understand why it is uncomfortable to think of ourselves in a positive light. Sometimes people might think self-compassion is a dressed-up word for self-pity or self-indulgence. I think this is […]
FREE Mental Health Awareness Training in Derbyshire — Why We Do It and Why You Should Join Us!
By Yaj Buljeean (Harmless Trainer) When it comes to mental health, we need to understand that much like our physical health, we all have mental health, whether it’s good, bad or anywhere in between. The difference is that when our mental health is poor we often still hear terms like: ‘Man Up!’, ‘Why is this […]