Supporting People Through Suicide Bereavement and Unimaginable Loss
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) Supporting those who are bereaved by suicide is one of the most challenging and rewarding jobs a person can have. It is a privilege to be able to walk alongside someone during one of the darkest times in their life, and to help them to find their way forward. But […]
The Weight of Guilt and Unresolved Emotions in Suicide Bereavement
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) The experience of losing a loved one to suicide often brings a tumultuous wave of emotions, with guilt and a sense of unresolved feelings being among the most agonising. These emotions are complex, multifaceted and can profoundly affect the mourning process. In the aftermath of a suicide, guilt tends to […]
Movement for Mental Health: Overcoming Challenges and Finding Accessible Options
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) Mental Health Awareness Week is a vital reminder that mental well-being is just as important as physical health. This year’s theme, ‘Movement for Mental Health’, highlights the powerful connection between physical activity and mental well-being. While movement can be a fantastic tool for managing stress, anxiety, and depression, it’s crucial […]
Understanding Suicide Crisis: When Everything Seems Too Much
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) Sometimes, life can throw curve balls that feel impossible to handle. When emotional pain becomes so overwhelming that a person believes the only way out is to end their life, that’s called a suicide crisis. It’s like being lost in a dark tunnel, with no light at the end in […]
Help in a Crisis: Understanding Harmless’ Suicide Support
If thoughts of suicide are overwhelming you, know that you are not alone. Harmless offers a dedicated range of integrated suicide support services including a crisis pathway designed to provide immediate help and support. What to Expect from Harmless Understanding Your NeedsWhen you reach out, we start with a brief assessment to identify the best […]
New Updates: Suicide Bereavement Conference 2024
Throughout September 2024, Harmless is hosting its fifth annual online Suicide Bereavement Conference. To mark World Suicide Prevention Day, we will be presenting a series of live webinars examining practical applications for working in suicide bereavement. Sessions take place every Tuesday and Thursday between 10am – 11am and each will be led by an expert […]
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder Awareness Month: Understanding a Hidden Disability and Supporting Those Affected
May is a remarkable month dedicated to raising awareness about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD). These often misdiagnosed conditions affect connective tissues throughout the body, impacting joints, skin, blood vessels, and various organs. If you’ve never heard of EDS or HSD before, you’re not alone. What is Ehlers-Danlos?Ehlers-Danlos comes in a variety […]
The Academy at Harmless and SASP Quality Standards
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) The Support After Suicide Partnership (SASP) Quality Standards are a set of guidelines that define the minimum standards of service that should be provided to people bereaved by suicide in the UK. The standards cover a range of areas, including: The Academy at Harmless’ training courses are designed to help […]
Self Harm: Definitions and Distinctions
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) Self harm, a complex and often misunderstood behaviour, refers to the act of deliberately causing harm to oneself physically. More often than not, this is associated with emotional or psychological distress. What it is not, however, is an attention-seeking behaviour or an attempt to manipulate others – a misconception often […]
Rising Evidence of Risk to the Suicide Prevention Workforce
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) Working in suicide prevention can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be extremely challenging. Suicide prevention workers are constantly exposed to death, grief and trauma, which can put them at increased risk of developing mental health problems, including burnout, depression and anxiety. In recent years there has been a […]