Mental Health Monday

Mick Coyle speaks to James' Place CEO Ellen O'Donoghue about the life saving work they do with men in a suicidal crisis.

Their two year evaluation has set out how their model of counselling and support significantly reduces the risk of men feeling suicidal.

More than 500 men have passed through their doors since 2018.

Ellen also sets out the charity's plans to expand services to other parts of the UK.

Signposting is included in the Podcast

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Mick Coyle speaks to Consultant Clinical Psychologist and CEO of the Stem4 charity Dr Nihara Krause.

Stem4's new survey shines a light on the mental health experiences of young men, between the ages of 14 and 21.

The results shows how young men and boys have to deal with old-fashioned perceptions about what a man should be, how they fear being seen as weak if they ask for help, and how they're dealing with issues you might not expect.

It's another eye-opening conversation on the UK's home of mental health conversation.

Links to Stem4 and other mental health services are listed in the podcast.

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Mick is joined by CEO of The Mix for a Broadcast Exclusive.

A new survey has lifted the lid on the impact the coronavirus has had on your people's perceptions, thoughts and fears around money.

Mick discuss the implications with Chris Martin, and is also joined by 16 year old Zoyah to discuss the issues facing young people when it comes to money worries.

Find out more about the support The Mix offers when it comes to money

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Mick is joined by Newcastle-based singer songwriter Simon Taylor on this week's #MentalHealthMonday Podcast.

Simon explores his own mental health journey during the conversation taking him from Israel to an unexpected diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Simon turned to music to find a way to express his emotions and experiences, and this week has launched his new single called "Angel of Mercy."

You can hear the single at the end of the Podcast.

You can find out more about Simon's music at BandCamp

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On this week's Podcast:

Mick received a special invite to be the first media outlet through the doors of the new Lee Cooper Foundation Hub in Prescot, Merseyside.

Set up by a group of friends, following the death of one of their closest friends. TLCF now offers peer support for young people aged 11-24.

Their brand new building has now opened its door - let's take a peak inside.

More on their website 

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New stats show around 1 in 3 adults, and nearly half of young people don't know where to turn if they're struggling with their mental health.

The Every Mind Matters website from the NHS and UK government offers you chance to create a "Mind Plan" to help you if you are struggling now, or in the future.

Dr Max Pemberton is an NHS Doctor, who specialises in mental health.

He's Mick's guest this week to talk about his experience of the pandemic, and how we can all have a plan for how to respond if we're not having the best time.

Signposting services at the end of the Podcast and check out Every Mind Matters 

Dr Linda Papadopoulos drops by for a chat on the podcast this week.

For World Mental Health Day, the Where's Your Head At? campaign is asking people to reach out to those we've lost touch with through the pandemic.

Mick is a contributor to the campaign through hi position at the Bauer Media group.

It's not always easy reaching out, so Dr Linda offers some tips and advice to get back out there, and explain why our mindset has changed due to lockdown.

More on the Where's Your Head At? campaign.

Signposting services available at the end of the podcast.

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Network Rail are installing "Brighter Journey" stands into major stations ahead of this year's World Mental Health Day.

They're designed to help people think about their mental health, and provide signposting to services across the country using www.hubofhope.co.uk

Stations from London to Glasgow are taking part.

On the show this week, Mick is joined by Poet James McInerney, whose words surround the exhibits.

And we'll hear from Network Rail's Suicide Prevention Lead Sue McNally, and friend of the show Jake Mills from Chasing the Stigma.

Full list of signposting services at the end of the episode.

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British Board of Film Classification David Austin joins Mick Coyle to discuss how mental health content warnings will become more commonplace for film lovers.

Also joining the programme is Megan from the BBFC's Youth Panel.

The show discusses issues relating to portrayals of mental health issues on the big and small screen, and how best to inform young people what they're about to see.

Films discussed / recommended in the Podcast: My Life as a Courgette, Inside Out, Words on Bathroom Walls and To The Bone.

Film-maker and Writer Cat White is our guest on #MentalHealthMonday.

Cat's latest short film "Fifty-Four Days" explores her lead character's journey after losing her father to suicide.

Cat has twice experienced losing loved ones in the same circumstances, and turned to wild swimming to find a way of dealing with her grief.

The film explores how people navigate grief, and looks at how non-traditional coping strategies can offer a new outlook during difficult times.

The film is its final stages of editing, and you can see more updates, and support the project on the official website and Instagram

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