Welcome to our walking blog, which started out over nine years ago to show off our beautiful County of Northamptonshire. Research has found that most people drive (on the M1) through one of Britain’s most beautiful counties without stopping.
We’d really like to hope to change this & make you stop & come & explore us. Although we’d like to keep Northamptonshire secret, we’d love you to come & see what a stunning County we have – we’re a very friendly bunch & you’ll be amazed at what Northamptonshire has to offer. check; https://northamptonshirewalks.co.uk/
We are raising awareness of suicide and fundraising for We Mind and Kelly Matters and Talk Mental Health. We will reflect on the 140,000 people who attempt suicide and the devastation each of the 6,500 completed suicides, has on those left behind check; Stronger Together Tickets, Sat, Sep 10, 2022 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite
‘We know parenting isn’t always easy. Although it’s often amazing and rewarding to watch your children grow up, and to help them learn to be independent, it can also be really hard work. It can feel especially hard if your child’s mood and behaviour seem different and you’re not sure why, or what you can do to help. But you are not alone.’ check; Parents Mental Health Support | Advice for Your Child | YoungMinds
At Student Minds we recognise that for a parent, the transition of a child from school to university, can be a significant challenge. We are often approached by parents looking for further information on how they can best support their child, and have captured some of the most frequently asked questions.. check Support for parents – Student Minds
Let’s take action to beHappier and Kinder, Together
Whether it’s your own journey you are focusing on or looking to support others, taking action can lead you towards a happier life. check; Take action | Action for Happiness
Moving into the workplace can be a significant challenge for a young person’s mental health. On World Mental Health Day (10th of October 2017) – we published the first ever report to uncover the wellbeing of young graduates making the transition from university into the workforce.
The report, based off a survey delivered with colleagues at King’s College London and The City Mental Health Alliance, summarises findings from over 300 recent graduates, and considers: how universities can prepare students for the workplace; the transition into the workplace; stress, and mental wellbeing. Four key findings, discussed in further detail in the report, stand out:
Universities could do more to prepare students for the transition out of university
Graduate schemes are associated with a better graduate experience,
Getting the transition into the workplace place right improves subsequent mental wellbeing and reduces subsequent stress.
Work culture relates to graduate confidence in disclosing mental health difficulties.
Papyrus is dedicated to the prevention of young suicide in the UK. Contact HOPELineUK by phone: 0800 068 41 41, SMS: 07786 209 697, or email: pat@papyrus-uk.org 9am – 10pm weekdays, 2pm – 10pm weekends, 2pm – 10pm bank holidays
If you need medical advice you can book an emergency GP appointment with your GP surgery during opening hours.
How to talk to your GP
Almost all mental health and wellbeing materials say “it’s good to talk” but we know it can be extremely difficult to have that first conversation with a medical professional.
Doc Ready has a straightforward and visual planning tool to help you feel more confident about talking to your GP.
Student Minds have produced a video where they talk to a GP about support specifically available for depression.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-nRBxTTBT1E
Specific to your university
Support varies from uni to uni – have a look at our webpage about this:
Nightline is a student run listening service – the phone number will depend on the university.
National support and resources for university students
Student Minds is the UK’s student mental health charity. They work to empower students with the knowledge, confidence and skills to look after their own mental health and support others through our national network of university groups. The following web pages may be of particular interest:
Student Space provides specific advice and support for mental health and wellbeing during the pandemic.
The Mind Matters newsletter brings you tips each month on dealing with the challenges of uni life. We gather tips from students as well as expert opinion. Sign up for monthly e-mails delivered to your inbox.
Student Minds Blog: Student run blog covering a range of topics
Students Against Depression is an award-winning website offering information, guidance and resources for students affected by low mood and depression.
Mind is a national charity which provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. You can contact them either through their national helpline or through one of their local Mind groups.
BEAT is an eating disorders charity providing information and support.
What’s Up With Everyone? is a website with videos created by Aardman Animations in conjunction with MH professionals. They tackle such issues as perfectionism, loneliness and isolation, social media.
