Raising awareness of suicide prevention and reaching out on World Suicide Prevention Day
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day, a campaign that takes place every year to raise awareness of suicide prevention and the support resources available.
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Barber staff trained to recognise mental health problems
A Gloucester barber has trained all staff to spot mental health issues in clients in a bid to promote mental health awareness in men.
“Preventing suicide is everyone’s business” this World Suicide Prevention Day
Suicide is a topic that can still illicit whispers and misunderstanding. However, it is a subject that more people need to discuss to raise awareness, knowledge and prevent deaths. Together, we can all work to prevent suicide.
World Mental Health Day: suicide prevention minister appointed
On World Mental Health Day (10 October) the UK government has announced the appointment of the first ever suicide prevention minister. How will this help?
Promise of £3 million for suicide prevention fund
The Scottish government has promised an extra £3 million in funding towards suicide prevention in the country. Mental Health Minister, Maureen Watt, has announced the…