Warning: it can be upsetting and potentially triggering to listen to this podcast about to self-harm. On this episode Maddi talks about her struggle , Faith graduated with a First Class in Psychology in the University of Bolton. She has came out and spoke about her Mental health problems which involve Self harm, leading to addiction & various other struggles during her time at the University. She also founded the Mood Matters society in the university to support student mental health. Maddi talks about how important it is to seek help. If anyone listening is struggling or anyone you know is struggling please signpost them to the following.

distrACT

nhs.uk/apps-library/distract App which provides information and advice about self-harm.

Harmless

harmless.org.uk User-led organisation that supports people who self-harm, and their friends and family.

LifeSIGNS

lifesigns.org.uk User-led self-harm guidance and support network.

The Mix

0808 808 4994 85258 (crisis messenger service, text THEMIX) themix.org.uk Support and advice for under 25s, including a helpline, crisis messenger service and webchat.

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)

nice.org.uk Produces guidelines on best practice in healthcare.

National Self Harm Network (NSHN)

nshn.co.uk Survivor-led online support forum for people who self-harm, their friends and families.

Patient Advice and Liaison Services (PALS)

nhs.uk/common-health-questions/nhs-services-and-treatments/what-is-pals-patient-advice-and-liaison-service Offer confidential advice, support and information on health-related matters. You can find them by searching on NHS UK or asking a doctor or healthcare professional for their details.

Samaritans

116 123 (freephone) jo@samaritans.org Chris, Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK PO Box 90 90 Stirling FK8 2SA samaritans.org

Samaritans are open 24/7 for anyone who needs to talk. You can visit some Samaritans branches in person. Samaritans also have a Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day).

Sane

sane.org.uk Offers emotional support and information for anyone affected by mental health problems.

Self-injury Support

(formerly BCSW – Bristol Crisis Service for Women) 0808 800 8088 0780 047 2908 (text support) selfinjurysupport.org.uk Information and support for women and girls affected by self-harm, trauma and abuse.

UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)

psychotherapy.org.uk Professional body for the education, training and accreditation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Provides online register of psychotherapists offering different talking treatments privately.

YoungMinds

0808 802 5544 (parents helpline) 85258 (crisis messenger service – text the letters YM) youngminds.org.uk Committed to improving the mental health of babies, children and young people, including support for parents and carers.