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Trauma survivors often find themselves anxious, scared, combative, or shutdown in social situations. This can lead to social withdrawal and disconnection. Research conducted by the University of Edinburgh in 2022 demonstrated participating in team sports improved mental health and wellbeing. Taking part in team sports or activities can help combat isolation by providing an organic network of support and friendship, while giving participants a sense of purpose. Regular participation results in improved mood and concentration, reduced levels of stress, depression and anxiety, fewer sick days, greater job satisfaction, , improved commitment and productivity. For international Stress Awareness Week, Police Care UK and TeamPolice are highlighting how physical activity can help police improve their mental health. Police Care UK can provide specialist clinical therapies and financial support to help current and former officers, staff and their families where they have experienced trauma in their policing role. To find out how, visit https://lnkd.in/ev424E49 . TeamPolice work with Police Sport UK to help improve the mental and physical wellbeing of those who serve or have served in UK policing by enabling increased participation in sport and physical activity - “wellbeing through sport”. If you're inspired to get active why not take on one of hundreds of Discover Adventure challenge events in aid of Police Care UK. For more information visit > https://lnkd.in/ekJJNb-i #MentalHealthMatters #InternationalStressAwarenessWeek #StressAwarenessWeek #MentalHealthAwareness

Connecting with nature, being more aware of our surroundings and concentrating on being ‘in the moment’, helps reduce stress and manage panic attacks, preventing us from becoming consumed with thoughts about the past or future. Recent studies have found people report a higher level of vitality, enthusiasm, pleasure and self-esteem, and a lower level of tension, depression and fatigue, after they have walked outside. Research conducted by the Mental Health Foundation in 2021 -https://ow.ly/sOij50TYhWN - found that 44 per cent of people said being close to nature makes them less anxious or worried. A walk in the great outdoors can be a first step in the right direction towards good mental health and physical wellbeing. On International Stress Awareness Day, Police Care UK and TeamPolice are highlighting how physical activity can help police improve their mental health. Police Care UK can provide specialist clinical therapies and financial support to help current and former officers, staff and their families where they have experienced trauma in their policing role. To find out how, visit https://ow.ly/FCRN50TYhWS . TeamPolice work with Police Sport UK to help improve the mental and physical wellbeing of those who serve or have served in UK policing by enabling increased participation in sport and physical activity - “wellbeing through sport”. If you're inspired to get active why not take on one of hundreds of Discover Adventure challenge events in aid of Police Care UK. For more information visit > https://ow.ly/mluu50TYhWM #MentalHealthMatters #InternationalStressAwarenessDay #InternationalStressAwarenessWeek #MentalHealthAwareness

Connecting with nature, being more aware of our surroundings and concentrating on being ‘in the moment’, helps reduce stress and manage panic attacks, preventing us from becoming consumed with thoughts about the past or future. Recent studies have found people report a higher level of vitality, enthusiasm, pleasure and self-esteem, and a lower level of tension, depression and fatigue, after they have walked outside. Research conducted by the Mental Health Foundation in 2021 -https://ow.ly/RKlb50TYhWQ - found that 44 per cent of people said being close to nature makes them less anxious or worried. A walk in the great outdoors can be a first step in the right direction towards good mental health and physical wellbeing. On International Stress Awareness Day, Police Care UK and TeamPolice are highlighting how physical activity can help police improve their mental health. Police Care UK can provide specialist clinical therapies and financial support to help current and former officers, staff and their families where they have experienced trauma in their policing role. To find out how, visit https://ow.ly/ZiA750TYhWP . TeamPolice work with Police Sport UK to help improve the mental and physical wellbeing of those who serve or have served in UK policing by enabling increased participation in sport and physical activity - “wellbeing through sport”. If you're inspired to get active why not take on one of hundreds of Discover Adventure challenge events in aid of Police Care UK. For more information visit > https://ow.ly/JZ7250TYhWT #MentalHealthMatters #InternationalStressAwarenessDay #InternationalStressAwarenessWeek #MentalHealthAwareness

Police work can be stressful, and this workplace stress can have a negative impact on mental health, wellbeing, and family relationships. A Sport England-funded Cardiff University pilot project - https://ow.ly/6KJv50TYgiH - showed the mental health of participating police officers significantly increased following 11 weeks of instructor-led physical activity. Exercise improves mental health by reducing anxiety, depression, and by improving self-esteem and cognitive function. Health benefits from regular exercise include, improved sleep, increased energy, weight reduction and improved cardiovascular fitness. For International Stress Awareness Week, Police Care UK and TeamPolice are highlighting how physical activity can help police improve their mental health. Police Care UK can provide specialist clinical therapies and financial support to help current and former officers, staff and their families where they have experienced trauma in their policing role. To find out how, visit https://ow.ly/PZlL50TYgiK. TeamPolice aim to improve the mental and physical wellbeing of those who serve or have served in UK policing by enabling increased participation in sport and physical activity - “wellbeing through sport”. If you're inspired to get active why not take on one of hundreds of Discover Adventure challenge events in aid of Police Care UK. For more information visit > https://ow.ly/nwrk50TYgiI #MentalHealthMatters #InternationalStressAwarenessWeek #StressAwarenessWeek #MentalHealthAwareness Picture: Gary Callier, Police UK Disability Sport

This graphic describes a vision for supporting Londoners through mental health crisis, while also recognising some of the current challenges. It was developed with Simeon Banks-Tubi at Kooth Digital Health (United Kingdom) during and following an event for NHS, local government, VSCE organisations, individuals and families. Here, the London All-Age Mental Health Crisis Care Concordat flows through the city via the River Thames. The characters in this graphic are fictionalised (therefore anonymised), they are drawing on their resources and strengths, but are also in need of help. Services take different forms, an emergency uniformed response, an informal setting with a cup of tea and a sofa, 24/7 access, advocacy, restraint. The combination of word and image intentionally reflect some people’s realities, and raise questions rather than painting a perfect scene. For example, one interaction within the image suggests that a Black or other racialised young person is being targeted by police, while another shows medical restraint which maybe appropriate, or inappropriate. Graphics like these are complex, they draw on relevant research, and invite the reader to engage with stories, ideas and dialogue. #VisualMethods #Storytelling #MentalHealth #London      

We were deeply saddened to read the CQC’s report and watch the Panorama documentary on the failings of Valdo Calocane’s treatment and care prior to the tragic killings in Nottingham last year. Our hearts go out to the loved ones of all involved. It is right that the report’s recommendations are reviewed carefully and actioned to minimise the risk of a similar tragedy occurring in future. We will be reviewing our own services with our NHS partners as a matter of urgency. However, we are concerned at the comments made yesterday, suggesting the reform of the Mental Health Act is going to be delayed because of the CQC review. Over 50,000 people are sectioned every year and are processed by a system that is grossly underfunded and forced to prioritise crisis treatment over resettlement or preventative care. Our residents and participants who have received mental health care in hospital and the community, tell us that is has often been a dehumanising experience for them which exacerbates their unwellness rather than helping them recover. Many have reported that as people of colour they have repeatedly faced systematic bias and prejudice in their treatment that was also not conducive to recovery. The safety of patients and the public must be top priority; however we fear overly reactive and restrictive measures will result in more people being detained unjustly for longer, and risks scenarios where clinicians will make decisions based not on the individual or the evidence in front of them, but out of fear that they are not responsible for “another Calocane”. This will likely affect black male patients disproportionately, a group already 4 times more likely to be sectioned. In the UK, there remains a worrying trend of mental health and criminal justice policymaking being driven by individual, often horrific, cases over robust evidence. Informed, evidence-based decision making is needed more than ever to ensure long-overdue reforms have the intended impact and avoid unintended consequences. Finally, we join Mind in calling on the media to ensure that this case is reported on sensitively and accurately, to avoid mental health stereotyping and further stigma. Adam Moll, Director of External Affairs and Impact #MentalHealth #CQC #Review #Calocane #Access #Equality

🚀 Legislation to Modernise Mental Health Act Unveiled in King’s Speech 📅 London, UK – 17/07/2024 – In a landmark announcement during the King’s Speech, new legislation aimed at bringing the Mental Health Act ‘into the 21st century’ was unveiled. The Mental Health Bill proposes significant reforms to enhance the rights and choices of individuals detained under the Act, placing them at the centre of their care decisions. Key highlights of the Bill include: 🔹 Shortened Detention Periods: Patients will benefit from shorter detention periods with faster and more frequent case reviews. 🔹 Protection for Vulnerable Groups: The Bill aims to limit the detention and treatment of individuals with learning disabilities and autism under the Act. 🔹 Enhanced Patient Involvement: Patients will have increased statutory rights to be involved in planning their care. 🔹 Introduction of a Nominated Person: A new statutory role allowing patients to select a nominated person to replace the nearest relative. 🔹 Timely Access to Care for Offenders: Offenders with severe mental health problems will gain access to necessary care as swiftly as possible. In response to these developments, Alfred Oyekoya MBE , expressed strong support for the legislation: “We wholeheartedly welcome the modernisation of the Mental Health Act as unveiled in the King's Speech. This vital legislation ensures that patients, particularly those from diverse communities, have greater choice and rights, placing them at the heart of their care decisions. The emphasis on reducing unnecessary detentions, providing timely access to care, and involving patients in planning their treatment marks a significant step forward in creating a more compassionate and responsive mental health system. However, it is crucial that these changes are backed with adequate resources to ensure they are delivered and fully realised." https://lnkd.in/evgPAeCa #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAct #KingsSpeech #Legislation #HealthcareReform #BAME #CommunitySupport #PatientRights #MentalHealthAwareness

Chief Farquharson's commitment to integrating Mental Health Checks at PHPS highlights the importance of supporting the mental health and well-being of law enforcement personnel. Ensuring such initiatives become standard practice across all police services is vital. Officers, as front-line community safety personnel, need robust support systems to maintain their mental health, which in turn enhances the safety and health of the communities they serve. This approach is proactive and beneficial, and serves as a model for other forces to consider. It's crucial for more forces to adopt similar measures to prioritize the mental health of their members effectively. #Badgeoflifecanada #HopeGrowthRecovery

“I found this course to be informative and sensitively led and managed by Athina. The topics were often difficult to absorb and discuss as they sometimes evoked personal and painful experiences. However, it was clear that Athina was very much aware of this and responded compassionately which made participants feel safe and cared for. There was variety in the exposition of the issues, and this held our attention and encouraged dialogue and discussion. Therefore, I would regard the overall quality of this training to be excellent.” - SMHFA Course Participant, Forth Valley Sensory Centre If you are interested in raising awareness on #MentalHealth at your workplace and becoming a Scotland's Mental Health First Aider, this is the course for you and I am the instructor you are looking for. ➡️Bookings for 2025 now open - Get in touch now! Key priority areas: - Health and social care, including emergency responders and community pharmacy - Frontline supporters such as debt and money advice, homelessness, violence against women and girls, community justice, addictions services, transport (bus and taxi drivers), hospitality and retail, including hairdressers and barbers - Education, including higher and further education, counsellors, youth work - Third sector agencies working with communities of interest or location. #MentalHealthFirstAid #SMHFA #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicideAwareness #SpreadtheWord

Hmmm? - Why is National Minority Mental Health stricken through on this flyer? According to the organizer, Robert Lilly, he hopes to enlighten the world and help reverse the psychological concept that people of color are minorities, or small, in the world. Particularly since people of color make up the majority of the global population. He has reframed National Minority Mental Health Month into a new phraseology called Global Majority Mental Health Awareness Month. Robert Lilly is one of BMHC's patients who has publicly shared his experience with others, promoting the mission of the clinic. He is a BMHC supporter and a community activist with an amazing testimony of recovery after incarceration. He is a member of an organization called Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice (CSSJ). In recognition of the Global Majority Mental Health Awareness Month and as a member of CSSJ, Robert Lilly is organizing a recovery event in partnership with a group called Real Queens Fix Each Others Crowns. Black Men's Health Clinic will provide health resources at this event. The event will be centered on Mental Health, overcoming traumatic experiences with crime, and highlight the need to foster a community that values emotional intelligence. This interactive event will be held from 2 to 5 p.m., on Sunday, July 28th at the African American Cultural and Heritage Facility, located at 912 East 11th Street in Austin. There will be food and refreshments. Subscribe to our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/g_GFfMYu #GlobalMajorityMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #BMHC #BlackMensHealth #CommunityHealing #CSSJ #OvercomingTrauma #MentalWellness #EmotionalIntelligence #SupportBlackHealth #CommunityEvent #RealQueensFixCrowns #AustinEvents #HealthResources #InteractiveEvent #CommunitySupport #StayInformed #SubscribeNow #JoinUs #MentalHealthMatters #RecoveryJourney