Fully-Funded Courses in Nottingham & Nottinghamshire – Book Now!
Do you work as a volunteer, or work for an organisation in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and Bassetlaw?Are the individuals you work with, or even yourselves impacted by mental health?Do you find yourself wanting to help, but not knowing how? If you’ve answered yes to any of the above, this is the perfect course for you and […]
Wearing My Scars on My Wedding Day
By Chloe Webster-Harris (Researcher) For a long time, I’ve actually been dreading the part of wedding planning that so many people dream about: going dress shopping. Not because I don’t want the dress or the excitement that comes with it, but because I’ve been afraid of being judged. Not for my style or size, but […]
Harmless’ Response to the Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey 2023/24
Yesterday, the NHS released the Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey (APMS) for 23/2024. This provides data on both treated and untreated mental health difficulties within the adult population in England. The report summarises that many mental health presentations are on the rise, including more than a fifth (22.6%) of adults aged 16-64 are reporting a common […]
New Research Paper: Investigating the Lived Experiences and Suicide Behaviours of Neurodivergent LGBTQIA+ People
By Ruairi Blake (Researcher) Harmless is delighted to announce the publication of the Executive Summary from its latest research project. Research at Harmless primarily focuses on two overarching goals. The first is to understand how the services we provide can be improved to better meet our clients’ needs. The second — which was foundational to […]
Self Harm Awareness Day 2026: Download Your Media Pack
Self Harm Awareness Day 2026 • Sunday 1st MarchSelf Harm Awareness Day (SHAD) is marked annually on 1st March to raise awareness, reduce stigma and promote help-seeking around self harm. In the UK and globally, it’s an opportunity for individuals, communities and organisations to speak with one voice in support of those affected. Everyone is […]
Understanding PTSD: A Call for Compassion
By Katie Freeman (Clinical Lead) Friday 27th June marks Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Day — a vital opportunity to shed light on a condition that affects millions, yet is often misunderstood, misdiagnosed or shrouded in silence. PTSD is a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a deeply distressing event. Its impact is […]
Breaking the Silence: Why We Need to Talk About Menopause and Mental Health
By Vicky Lott (Training & Education Officer) My story – what brought me to where I am todayBefore my own menopause journey, I feared it, believing it meant becoming old and useless, a narrative that’s perpetuated by a media and society that values youth over wisdom. At 52, I endured unrecognised perimenopausal symptoms like insomnia, […]
Empowering Change: Inclusive Learning for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month
By Helen Birch (Training & Education Officer) June is Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month, and this year’s theme is Heroes: Who Inspires You? This important event celebrates inspirational individuals from Romany Gypsy, Roma, Irish Traveller, New Traveller, Showmen, and Liveaboard Boater communities. It also serves as a vital opportunity for education, awareness-raising, and challenging […]
Dads Need Care Too: Reflections Following Father’s Day
By Tom Coyle (Clinical Support Worker) For many of us, our dads have had big influence on our upbringing and played a huge part in who we are today. In society, we often view a ‘good dad’ as one who provides unconditional love, support, guidance and nurturing for their children and last weekend’s Father’s Day […]
Creating a New Training Course on Gypsy, Roma & Traveller Self Harm and Suicide Prevention
By Leanne Moulton (Academy Lead) Harmless is proud to announce the development of a new training course focused on self harm and suicide prevention within the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities. A group that often faces significant health inequalities and is underrepresented in Self Harm and Suicide Prevention strategies. This initiative was part of a […]