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Having suicidal thoughts and feelings can be very scary. You get to a place where you feel very lonely, hopeless and helpless. You hit a dead end. And you feel that the only way...

Andy Salkeld tells his story, how a text from a friend saved his life, and why we should all be more open in how we're feeling.

On Valentine’s day, I enjoyed a romantic dinner with my wife. Later in the evening I quickly threw a notepad and pen into a bag in preparation for a meeting the following...

Whilst men and women suffer from similar difficulties regarding their mental health, there is a difference in the way they address them. Women tend to be more open in discussing...

Men's inability to talk about issues concerning their mental health has led to an increased incidence of suicide in this group. Reflecting on the Royal Prince's recent...

If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, or behaviours, please seek help immediately from an appropriate professional, such as a general practitioner or, in cases of...

Stop the stigma of suicidal thoughts The conversation about mental health issues is louder and more widespread than ever before. People are using social media to share their...

Suicide is more commonplace at Christmas - that seems like a true statement. In fact, it isn't. Christmas does magnify loneliness, but thankfully there are many services offering...

The fear, worry and sense of responsibility can be overwhelming if this happens to you, here we share some ways you can support them.

Suicide! That's right, suicide! I invite you to allow that word to sit with you for a moment. Now say it... and again... such a powerful word, such a taboo word, but the more we...