As the festive season approaches, characterised by twinkling lights, joyful carols, and the warmth of shared celebrations, it's important to acknowledge that not everyone experiences the holidays with the same sense of merriment. For many, the Christmas season can be a challenging time...
Building Mental Health
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Navigating the Silent Struggle: Poor Mental Health During the Christmas Season
9 December 2023
As the festive season approaches, characterised by twinkling lights, joyful carols, and the warmth of shared celebrations, it's important to acknowledge that not everyone experiences the holidays with the same sense of merriment. For many, the Christmas season can be a challenging time...
As the festive season approaches, characterised by twinkling lights, joyful carols, and the warmth of shared celebrations, it's important to acknowledge that not everyone experiences the holidays with the same sense of merriment. For many, the Christmas season can be a challenging time...
Construction Industry Launches Mental Health Signposting Service
Introducing the Building Mental Health Alliance’s Supporting Mental Health in the construction industry signposting service.
3 October 2023
We all recognise that the industry in Northern Ireland suffers from a poor mental health record with males 3 times more likely to commit suicide than those in other sectors. Yet support is available throughout the province. This initiative signposts sources of help to all in the industry...
We all recognise that the industry in Northern Ireland suffers from a poor mental health record with males 3 times more likely to commit suicide than those in other sectors. Yet support is available throughout the province. This initiative signposts sources of help to all in the industry...
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Mental Health Matters
Support for Families and Carers
12 June 2023
When ‘Carla’s’ husband first developed mental health problems, her family’s life was thrown into chaos. Her husband had always been the breadwinner for their young family - his illness was to cost them dearly. His eventual diagnosis of clinical dep...
When ‘Carla’s’ husband first developed mental health problems, her family’s life was thrown into chaos. Her husband had always been the breadwinner for their young family - his illness was to cost them dearly. His eventual diagnosis of clinical dep...
Lifelines
Crisis helpline no matter what language
11 June 2023
Lifeline recognises that there are many people in Northern Ireland who are not native English speakers. However, if English isn’t your first or preferred language, you can still phone Lifeline. Lifeline uses the Big Word Interpreting service to support callers who cannot or prefer n...
Lifeline recognises that there are many people in Northern Ireland who are not native English speakers. However, if English isn’t your first or preferred language, you can still phone Lifeline. Lifeline uses the Big Word Interpreting service to support callers who cannot or prefer n...
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