Mental Health Foundation

☀️ Feeling a boost after getting some sun? There’s good reason for this! But don’t forget to take precautions in the heat. 😎

Burnout is a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion, often caused by workplace #stress. 🗯️💤 Read our new blog on #burnout: the signs, causes and ways to cover: bit.ly/410zo7l

Did you know? It’s been proven that moving our bodies releases “feel good” hormones that reduce feelings of stress and anger. So, make the most of the British summertime by getting outdoors and getting active! ☀️ For more on this check out: bit.ly/4lVGan6

New NHS data shows that suicidal thoughts have increased in the UK. 📈 If you’re feeling suicidal, you don’t have to face it alone. 💜 Samaritans are there 24/7 on 116 123.

People with a long-term physical condition are almost 3 times as likely to have a common mental health condition. This doesn’t mean that poor mental health is inevitable. Find out more: bit.ly/40KuU4y

Grounding techniques like this one can help us when we’re feeling out of touch with our body and surroundings. They can help us reconnect to the present moment.

It’s important to be aware of how alcohol affects your mental health, particularly if you have a mental health problem. ❓ Find out more about alcohol and mental health: bit.ly/46J2mtf

Poverty is both a cause of mental health problems and a consequence. Read our report to understand more about the links between poverty and mental health, and what policy measures can be introduced to reduce poverty and improve mental health. mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work/polic…

The latest NHS data has made clear what many of us have been aware of for a long time: we’re in a mental health crisis 📢📈 Now is the time for the government to act – and prioritise mental health prevention. 🔗 Read our blog: tinyurl.com/mutn9bmz

While it's good news on the concessions on the benefit reforms, we'll continue to campaign on this until we're convinced nothing in the bill will harm people's mental health.

Panic attacks can be frightening. But there are things you can do during a panic attack that help, like breathing and grounding techniques. Read our guide on panic attacks: bit.ly/3YNWmfG

We’re joining 85 organisations to call for MPs to vote against the benefits cuts. While the UK government say these cuts will get people into work, there’s no evidence they will help. In fact, some people whose benefits will be cut *already* work. tinyurl.com/v744dcnh

It’s natural to have negative thoughts sometimes. But if you get stuck in a pattern of negative thinking, it can harm your mental health and self-esteem. 💭 🔗 Read how to replace negative thought patterns with curiosity and open-mindedness:bit.ly/45zxUUR

Relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or mindfulness meditation can help you cope with both the mental and physical feelings of anxiety. Find more ways to help manage anxiety in our guide: bit.ly/3X22fGy

📢 Do you or someone you know use a telecare alarm? Landlines switching to digital could stop telecare alarms working. The switchover is already happening, so call the landline provider for support now. Find out more: digitalphoneswitchover.com.

Regularly using positive affirmations can: 📉 decrease stress 💜 improve our wellbeing ✔️ and help us change our behaviour. Find out more about finding healthy ways to understand and manage your emotions: bit.ly/3HN3aWq

Thanks to all our 10k runners in Glasgow at the weekend who raised around £6000 to support our work! Photos include BBC Scotland Home of the Year presenter Danny Campbell who completed the race wearing Crocs, father and son duo Paul and Max, Chris and Chloe. 🎽🏃

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