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Providing support, raising awareness, and hosting research ❤️ Need to talk? We support ANYONE affected by mental illness, including families, friends, and carers. Call SANEline 0300 304 7000 open 4-10pm daily http://sane.org.uk/support

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Jan 17

At SANE we offer non-judgemental, confidential, and compassionate emotional support to anyone affected by mental illness, including carers and families.

Share this with someone who might need it❤️

Visit sane.org.uk/how-we-help/emotional-support for more info🫂

#mentalhealth #mentalhealthsupport

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · 1d

This World Mental Health Day, we are sending love to anyone who has ever struggled with their mental health 🌎❤️‍🩹

You are not alone. You are not a burden 🫂

If you need support, we are here for you, tap the link 🔗

sane.org.uk/support

#worldmentalhealthday #mentalhealth

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · 4d

6, 190 suicides were registered in England and Wales in 2024.

The latest statistics on suicide registrations, which were published last week by the Office for National Statistics.

Read our full comment here: www.sane.org.uk/campaigning-...

#mentalhealth #suicideprevention #mentalhealthsupport

SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · 12d

“Actually, I’m the same as you, I’ve lost my parent as well” ❤️‍🩹

In our brand new interview with Lisa Riley, much loved actress and presenter, we talk about her journey with loss and resilience, and why mental health matters so deeply to her.

Tap the link to watch it now🔗

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · 22d

Too many young people are struggling and not receiving the help they need.

Delays in support and treatment risk creating a lost generation.

It’s time for real change.

#YouthMentalHealthDay

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · 23d

If you are feeling worried or anxious about what's happening in the UK and in the world right now, you are not alone ❤️

Please don't hesitate to reach out for support.

Share this post for anyone who might need it.

sane.org.uk/support

#mentalhealthsupport

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Sep 10

If you need to talk about your mental health or need emotional support, please don’t hesitate to reach out ❤️

Share this post for anyone who might need it.

#mentalhealthsupport #worldsuicidepreventionday #suicideprevention

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Sep 9

Best and worst-performing NHS Trusts in England named

Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Best and worst-performing NHS Trusts in England named

The new league tables score trusts on measures including finances and patient access to care.

www.bbc.co.uk

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Sep 9

School absence a big factor in child mental illness in England, data shows

Read more: www.theguardian.com/education/20...

School absence a big factor in child mental illness in England, data shows

Loughborough University and ONS study of 1 million school-age children reveals risks increase with longer absence

www.theguardian.com

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Sep 9

About 160 student suicides each year with male undergraduates ‘at greatest risk’

www.standard.co.uk/news/politic...

About 160 student suicides each year with male undergraduates ‘at greatest risk’

The findings have been published by the Office for National Statistics and are the first of their kind.

www.standard.co.uk

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Sep 9

Sending a text could help save someone's life 💬

Remember to check in on your friends, family, and loved ones, and let them know that support is available if they need it 🫂

Tap the link in our bio to find more information about our SANEline Services.

#mentalhealthsupport #suicidepreventionmonth

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Sep 9

This is great! Well done Victoria 🫶

SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Sep 4

To anyone who has been affected by suicide, this is for you ❤️‍🩹

Please share this for someone who might need it🫶

If you are struggling with your mental health, you are not alone🫂

Find our SANEline Services here: sane.org.uk/support

#mentalhealth #suicidepreventionmonth #suicideprevention

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Sep 4

Digital CBTe: A promising digital treatment for binge eating

Read more: www.psych.ox.ac.uk/news/digital...

Digital CBTe: A promising digital treatment for binge eating

An innovative digital treatment programme for binge eating, Digital CBTe, has shown significant benefits in multiple pilot studies.

www.psych.ox.ac.uk

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Sep 4

Mentally unwell prisoners face treatment delays

Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Mentally unwell prisoners at HMP Downview face treatment delays

The Independent Monitoring Board says many prisoners are having to be held in segregation.

www.bbc.co.uk

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Sep 4

Over a billion people living with mental health conditions – services require urgent scale-up

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Over a billion people living with mental health conditions – services require urgent scale-up

More than 1 billion people are living with mental health disorders, according to new data released by the World Health Organization (WHO), with conditions such as anxiety and depression inflicting imm...

www.who.int

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Sep 4

The way to contact mental health crisis services in the North East and North Cumbria is changing

Read more: www.cntw.nhs.uk/news/the-way...

The way to contact mental health crisis services in the North East and North Cumbria is changing - Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust

From 1 October, call NHS 111 not local 0800 crisis numbers Last year, the NHS 111 ‘mental health’ option was launched across the country. That means wherever you are, you can get help in a mental heal...

www.cntw.nhs.uk

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Sep 4

New research urges rethink of mental health support for elite athletes

Read more: www.stir.ac.uk/news/2025/se...

New research urges rethink of mental health support for elite athletes | About | University of Stirling

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Sep 4

Survey to support flood victims' mental health

Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Mental health survey set up for West Yorkshire flood victims

It is hoped the survey will contribute to introduction of flood-specific mental health services.

www.bbc.co.uk

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Aug 28

Need a little support, without having to talk? 💬

📲 SANE Textcare sends you personalised, one-way messages when you need them most.

It's confidential, free, and individually written just for you ❤️

Find out more: sane.org.uk/how-we-help/emotional-support/textcare

#mentalhealthsupport

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Aug 27

Positive affirmations to help you get through the week! ✨

Save this for when you need a little pick-me-up and share with someone who might need some positivity today 🫶

#positiveaffirmations #mentalhealthaffirmations

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Aug 27

Working with bipolar: 'We're ignored, criticised, and sacked'

Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Working with bipolar: 'We're ignored, criticised, and sacked'

Bipolar patients tell BBC Radio Oxford about the challenges they face at work.

www.bbc.co.uk

SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Aug 27

Why not drinking enough water is making you more stressed

Read more: www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...

Why not drinking enough water is making you more stressed

Researchers found those who habitually drink less release greater levels of the stress hormone cortisol

www.independent.co.uk

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SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Aug 27

Lampard Inquiry: Essex women speaks out about dad's death

Read more: www.gazette-news.co.uk/news/2540169...

'My dad was all I had and Colchester mental health unit failed him'

Emma Sorrell’s father Fred Peck died in the Lakes Mental Health Unit in Colchester aged 54

www.gazette-news.co.uk

SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Aug 27

Mental health course is 'best kept secret' of NHS

Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Surrey mental health course is 'best kept secret' of NHS, says volunteer

Recovery Colleges offer a wide range of free courses to help people manage their mental health.

www.bbc.co.uk

SANE | Changing mental health for good @sane.org.uk · Aug 20

'Eating disorder misdiagnosis left me with PTSD'

Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

'Eating disorder misdiagnosis left me with PTSD'

Charlotte Chapman-Hart tells of her experience of a lack of coordinated and informed care.