Mental Health Awareness Week toolkit

This Mental Health Awareness Week, we're going to be talking about the stigma around suicide.​

We know stigma exists around suicide. And for someone who is having suicidal thoughts, this stigma can prevent them asking for help. They may be afraid of worrying others, making people feel uncomfortable or not feeling understood. ​

​Stigma around suicide can also prevent others from offering support, for fear of saying or doing the wrong thing. But if someone feels suicidal, talking about it could be the first step in finding support.

Simple actions can help you be there for someone. In this toolkit we'll be sharing tips on how to have a conversation with someone you’re worried about, as well as ways you can help raise awareness on social media.

Share Samaritans’ messaging on social media 

Throughout the week we will be sharing ways you can approach talking to someone about suicidal thoughts. We all have a part to play and by sharing and engaging with our posts you can help break the stigma around suicide. Make sure you're following us on our channels:

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LinkedIn

Instagram

Facebook

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1 in 5 of us have had suicidal thoughts. But there’s still so much stigma around talking about it.

We're proud to support @Samaritans who work tirelessly to raise life-saving awareness and provide support to anyone who is struggling to cope.

https://www.samaritans.org/

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1 in 5 of us have had suicidal thoughts. But there’s still so much stigma around talking about it.

We stand with @Samaritans/@Samaritanscharity who want this to change.

Talking openly can help break down barriers that often stop people from getting the support they need.

When life is difficult, having someone there to listen can make all the difference. If you need somewhere to turn to, remember you're not alone, Samaritans are there to listen 24/7 💚

https://www.samaritans.org/

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Thank you

Samaritans is there for people when there’s nowhere else to turn. Thanks to your amazing support this Mental Health Awareness Week our volunteers can continue to be there, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for anyone who is struggling to cope.

Together we can make change that saves lives.