Suicide Prevention Month

10 September 2018

Here at Dudley Lodge, we’re very aware of how damaging mental health can be, and unfortunately for some people, it can lead to them contemplating making decisions that end their life. September is world suicide prevention month which aims to reach out to those struggling with their mental health to know they’re not alone, there are people who want to help, and they will always have someone to listen to them.

Dudley Lodge works in partnership with Phoenix Psychological Services who over the years have made a huge difference to our residents who may have been struggling with their mental health.

Always speak out and seek help if you are struggling with your mental health. Someone is always there to listen and despite sufferers believing they will be judged this is not the case and the stigma on mental illness is being lifted more and more.

If you believe someone you know is struggling it can be a very difficult subject to approach. Always be cautious that people may be very defensive and dismissive about it. For advice and information about how to talk to someone who may be in a bad place, or getting them help, see this advice sheet from mind: https://www.mind.org.uk/media/5432655/blp-champions-section-one-supporting-colleagues.pdf

You can also use any of the websites and numbers below for advice or to speak to someone now

https://www.samaritans.org/

http://www.lifesigns.org.uk/

https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/your-guide-to-support/guide-to-camhs/

Mind: 0300 123 3393
Helpline: 0800 068 41 41
Samaritans: 116 123

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