Mental Health awareness week 13-19th May 2024 This year’s theme: Movement for our mental health Men, let’s talk about why we should get moving. We know that men are more prone to cardiovascular problems and diabetes. But it’s not just about our physical...
Stress awareness month What is stress? Stress can be described as our body and minds reaction to pressure, tension and strain that arises when we feel overwhelmed or struggling to cope. When we are stressed, our body releases a hormone called adrenaline (often called...
Time to Talk Day Men’s Edition Time to Talk Day is an opportunity for everyone to discuss their mental wellbeing and tackle the stigma that mental health is a bad thing. But let’s face it, not everyone likes to talk about their problems – especially men. Men often...
Safety Plans/ Wellbeing plans What is a safety plan/wellbeing plan? Safety plans are a useful tool for anyone who struggles with suicidal thoughts and feelings. Importantly it outlines actions you can take to keep yourself safe when you have a strong urge to harm or...
Suicidal feelings What is suicidal thoughts and feelings? Suicide means taking your own life, and sadly, it’s a significant concern for middle-aged men. In fact, it’s the leading cause of death for men under 50. In Halton, a striking 75% of all suicides...
Christmas can be a tough time for a lot of blokes. You have to deal with money worries, fake smiles, and too much booze and food. You may have already started thinking “how am I going to get through this” especially if you have some serious problems, like debt, loss,...
