Emotional Well-Being at Wyke

LGBTIQ+ and Mental Health People who identify within the LGBTIQ+ community can be at a higher risk of developing mental health problems. MIND LGBTIQ+ Mental Health advises that the reasons for this are complex and not fully understood, however, there is a link to discrimination, bullying, homophobia, biphobia or transphobia See here: https://www.mind.org.uk/about-us/our-policy-work/equality-human-rights/mental-health-and-being-lgbtiqplus/ MIND runs an online peer support group called Elefriends for LGBTIQ+ people and offers non-judgemental advice and guidance. Click here for more information: https://www.elefriends.org.uk/ You will find lots of information, advice and guidance on many topics within this blog, including, depression, anxiety, self-care and emotional well-being tools. They are relevant to everyone, regardless of the issues which may be affecting you. There are a number of other support services which LGBTIQ+ people can access including; Yorkshire Mesmac, weblink

World Mental Health Day 2019 World mental health day takes place on Thursday 10th October 2019. Let’s take the time to talk and listen about mental health issues. Watch the following Mental Health Campaign video narrated by the royal family:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVt4xVpIOJs&app=desktop Prioritise you’re own mental health by completing your own Mind Plan, click on the link: https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/ to access the Every Mind Matters website and take the quiz to gain access to a free Mind Plan which provides expert advice and practical tips. Use the following Top tips to staying well: Talk to others about how you are feeling Eat healthily Exercise, go for a walk Drink plenty of water Do an activity you enjoy Get plenty of rest Take a social media break Spend time with friends and family Accept you for you Be kind to yourself and others