The Maternal Mental Health Alliance (MMHA) has today published maps showing that pregnant women and new mums in a quarter of the UK still cannot access lifesaving specialist perinatal mental health services which meet national guidelines. Continue reading Maternal mental health: significant gap in service provision
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Plant Sale at Redhall Walled Garden
Redhall Walled Garden is holding a community Plant Sale Open day
on Saturday 5th May from 12 – 4pm
To summarise we will be offering :-
- Plant Sale
- Cream Teas
- Historic garden
Redhall Walled Garden
0131 443 0946
The garden is open to the public
Monday- Friday 9am – 4pm
Easter Eggstravaganza: Open Day at Redhall Walled Garden this Saturday
Join the ‘rebelleon’: new women’s movement launches tonight
FEARLESS FEMME, a new grassroots movement to challenge sexism, reduce mental health stigma, and save the lives of young women across the world, will launch in Edinburgh this evening. Continue reading Join the ‘rebelleon’: new women’s movement launches tonight
PTSD also takes its toll on families: public event at Napier University
A PUBLIC event will explore the impact of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder on the families of members of the armed forces. Edinburgh Napier University has assembled an expert panel including a former Commando, an actress, a journalist and an academic researcher to assess whether enough is being done to support the loved ones of those living with the condition. Continue reading PTSD also takes its toll on families: public event at Napier University
Redhall Easter Open Day: Saturday 31st March, 12 – 4pm
SAMH Redhall Walled Garden is holding a community Easter Open Day on Saturday 31 March (12-4pm).
We will be offering :-
- Easter Quiz & Trail
- Egg & Spoon races
- Plants for Sales
- Historic Garden
- Cream Teas
Kind Regards
Redhall Walled Garden
0131 443 0946
The garden is open to the public
Monday- Friday 9am – 4pm
Scots urged to practise positivity in year of 365 Brighter Days
A campaign to encourage Scots to practise a positive outlook to life throughout 2018 is being led by Breathing Space, Scotland’s mental health helpline. Continue reading Scots urged to practise positivity in year of 365 Brighter Days
Tackling the scourge of loneliness
SNP MSP Ben Macpherson is calling on people across Edinburgh to contribute to the Scottish Government’s new consultation looking at the causes of social isolation and loneliness and how they can be addressed. Continue reading Tackling the scourge of loneliness
Mental health help at Christmas
Help available for low mood, depression and anxiety
People experiencing depression, low mood or anxiety should be encouraged to seek help this Christmas, the Mental Health Minister has said. Maureen Watt also thanked those who provide help and support to those dealing with mental health problems associated with stress and loneliness at this time of year.
Breathing Space is a free, confidential phone line offering advice to people experiencing anxiety, depression or low mood. Also available is Living Life, which offers more in depth telephone-based and online therapy.
Samaritans provide confidential non-judgemental emotional support, 24 hours a day, for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair.
Ms Watt said: “I think our much greater awareness of mental health issues in recent years has highlighted that this can be a difficult time of year for many people. Hopefully that increased knowledge also means that people know that they do not need to suffer alone, that support is available and that no-one should ever feel afraid to speak up and ask for help if they feel depressed or anxious.
“I would urge anyone who is feeling low or anxious to reach out to Breathing Space, Samaritans or other services to make sure they get help. This time of year can be overwhelming and we should all aim to be more aware of the toll that can sometimes take and do what we need to reduce unnecessary stress and anxiety.
“I also want thank everyone across the country – in the NHS, social services, the third sector and in local communities – who is working to ensure that people in distress have someone to help them.”
There are a number of steps that can be taken to reduce stress and anxiety over the festive period:
- Avoid excess alcohol and too much food
- Exercise can reduce stress and lift a low mood
- Take time for yourself and relax on your own terms
- Make sure you get enough sleep
- Talk to others and take the time to listen.
Tony McLaren, National Coordinator of Breathing Space, said: “Remember, if you are experiencing emotional distress during the festive season and feel you can’t talk to your family or friends, then call a phone line such as Breathing Space. Our advisors are available every day of the year to listen and offer you support. Call them in confidence on freephone 0800 83 85 87 to talk about what you’re going through.”
Executive Director of Samaritans in Scotland, James Jopling, said: “If you’re dealing with difficult thoughts and feelings, the festive season can make everything seem worse. Whether you’re on your own or feeling alone in a crowd, we don’t want anyone to struggle. So, remember you can call Samaritans for free from any phone and, if you’re expecting to have a good Christmas this year yourself, have a think about those around you who may not be as lucky and give them the gift of listening.”
Samaritans can be contacted on 116 123.
NHS 24: More support for teenage mental health
An enhanced mental health service aimed at supporting teens in Scotland was unveiled yesterday at NHS 24’s Annual Review. The programme, which will promote the benefits of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for improving mental wellbeing for the over 16s, and delivered via NHS 24’s Living Life service , will initially be piloted in a single health board area. Continue reading NHS 24: More support for teenage mental health