The Self-Harm Network Scotland (SHNS), part of Penumbra Mental Health, are providing free Self-Harm Awareness training. The Self-Harm Network Scotland (SHNS) is passionate about raising awareness and reducing stigma around self-harm. SNHS develop and deliver informative and accessible training and resources to help improve understanding of self-harm. This 1-hour session, via Zoom, is for anyone …
Resources
Suicide prevention: Ask, Tell animations
TW: mentions of suicide and self harm. The Ask, Tell Animations are three educational videos that inform individuals working with adults about mental health. These animations could be beneficial for staff working in support services at colleges, universities and students’ associations. They cover: Although the animations can be viewed on their own, it would be …
NUS Scotland’s ‘Broke Students, Broken System’ report launch
NUS Scotland have launched a new report – Broke Students, Broken System. The report looks at five key areas: the realities of Scotland’s funding model, student finance, housing, transport and mental health, and the need to build a new education system that works for students. It highlights a number of challenges within the student mental health …
Be part of the Mental Health Youth Commission
The Mental Health Youth Commission is a new project set up by LGBT Youth Scotland in 2024. Their recent Life in Scotland Health Report revealed that: They are looking to change this and to use young people’s voice to influence change in mental health awareness and mental health support for LGBTQ+ people. The Mental Health Youth …
Peer Support Group Facilitation Guides
Scottish Recovery Network have co-designed new Peer Support resources, including four free guides and a film. Peer Support has become an important element of the mental health support offer available to students. Some colleges, universities and students’ associations in Scotland already work together and have peer support groups available, whilst others are currently exploring this …