In this episode of Stigma to Strength, host Ginya talks to fellow student ambassador Freya. They discuss the impact of being a young carer in mental health and how to look after your mental health as a young carer.

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In this episode of Stigma to Strength, host Ginya talks to fellow student ambassador Emma. They discuss

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In this episode Andy talks to Ginya about being Autistic. They acknowledge increasing education around language and neurodiversity and discuss the stigma and misunderstandings that remain societally. Andy calls for people to talk to autistic people about their individual needs and recognise that if they’ve met one autistic person, they’ve met one autistic person, and should not then form broader assumptions.

Please note: Andy is talking about his own experience and not on behalf of other autistic people. Andy shares some of his knowledge from Medical School too. He shares scientific snippets which are part of a wider context and his training. Should you require clinical advice around this topic please contact a medical professional.

We understand that functioning differs from person to person. The spectrum includes individuals who may be higher functioning, without disorder of intellectual development and with mild/no impairment of language - and also individuals with intellectual disorder and an absence of functional language. 

In this podcast we discuss a the creation of personaility based on brain differences however it is important to note that there are other factors which can shape the development of our brains and personality. Different brains and genes interact with different environments which in turn shape the development of the brain and personality.

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In this episode of Stigma to Strength, Ginya talks to fellow student ambassador Patrick and trust supporter Connor Kelly, about finding balance and routine as a young professional. This insightful conversation covers a range of topics and and experiences which we think a huge number of young people will relate to. They also cover topics such as moving away from pub culture, speaking out about mental health as a male and the importance of self-care.

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Trigger warning: this episode includes discussions around medication for mental health and suicidal thoughts.

Please note: If you are experiencing side effects from your medication, go back and check with GP if any side effects don’t go away, there are lots of different options to try.

In this episode of Stigma to Strength, Ginya talks to fellow student ambassadors, Amy and Sophie, about the stigma around taking medication for mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. The conversation covers a fascinating range of views and experiences which we think a huge number of young people will relate to. They also cover issues such as their experiences of side effects, combining medication with talking therapies, and the importance of self-care.

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In this episode, Kyanne and Eliza have a special guest Patrick Regan joining them to discuss the world of work. Patrick is a fellow ambassador for the trust and is currently working full time. They have honest conversations about the challenges of applications and dealing with rejection. A huge struggle for young people entering the workplace is comparison to others, they offer their own experience and top tips. Kyanne and Eliza finish by chatting to Patrick about the importance of looking after your mental health when in your job.

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In this episode, Kyanne and Eliza discuss the challenges exams and revision can have on your wellbeing. They have honest conversations about comparison with friends and family members with both revision and exam results. Kyanne and Eliza talk about their top tips for looking after your mental health in the lead to exams and straight after. As well as the challenges of receiving your results whether you are happy or disappointed with them.

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In this episode, Kyanne and Eliza discuss friendships. This is a topic which is often spoken about when a child and discussed much less as a young adult even though the challenges are still present. Kyanne and Eliza have honest conversations about making friends, comparison, setting boundaries and long-distance friendships.

This podcast is based on their personal experience and not professional research: if you are struggling, please seek professional help.

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In this episode Kyanne and Eliza discuss what a mental health toolkit is and how you can build your own. The things we do to maintain our wellbeing are unique to each person, they chat about what works for them and fellow ambassadors such as exercise, creativity and sleep. Kyanne and Eliza have conversations about how to continue using your mental health toolkit when going through challenges in life.

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Trigger Warning: Suicide and Eating Disorders.

In this episode, we have a very special guest Ben West joining us to discuss male body image. Ben is one of the UK’s leading mental health campaigners. Ben is dedicated to raising awareness about mental health, including suicide prevention and pushing for essential systematic changes in the governmental and educational approaches. We chat to Ben about the stigma attached to male body image, the various factors that contribute to these struggles, and explore ways in which both individuals and society can offer support to those facing these challenges. This podcast is based on our personal experience and not professional research: if you are struggling, please seek professional help.

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