Suicidal thoughts: statistics
Looking at the links between suicide, self-harm and mental health problems.
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Suicide prevention
There are things we can do if we're worried someone may be at risk of suicide. One thing that can really make a difference is talking.
Read : Suicide preventionProject in London targets Irishmen facing higher risk of suicide
A new project is being launched today in Camden, North London, to help Irish middle-aged men who are living with mental health problems and have a higher risk of suicide. The aim is to help them feel more in control of their own lives, and able to support each other.
Read : Project in London targets Irishmen facing higher risk of suicideResponse to new Scotland suicide statistics
Our response to the new statistics on suicide in Scotland.
Read : Response to new Scotland suicide statistics1 in 3 Scottish men experienced suicidal thoughts as a result of feeling stressed
MHF Scotland is encouraging men to come together this Men’s Health Awareness Month and open up about stress and mental health with the people around them to prevent problems escalating.
Read : 1 in 3 Scottish men experienced suicidal thoughts as a result of feeling stressedTake action to cut your area’s suicide risk
We are calling on government, councils and the NHS to use our new suicide risk map to support mentally healthier communities.
Read : Take action to cut your area’s suicide riskSuicide prevention in universities
We know that most mental health problems develop by the age of 24. This means that our mental health can be particularly vulnerable during university. Suicides among university students are of particular concern.
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Everyone can make a difference to others who have reached the point of wanting to end their lives.
Read : Suicide prevention: how you can make a differencePreventing suicide: Supporting those who don't reach out directly for help
Our CEO Mark Rowland talks about the tragic suicide of his older brother, and how he believes with early intervention, it could have been prevented.
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Why men don't talk about mental health, how depression effects men, suicide rates among men, and how you can look after yourself or somebody else.
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