Contents
- Introduction
- Where to get help
- Specialist services
- Support in a crisis
- Debt support (breathing space)
- End Stigma ÖйúPÕ¾
The End Stigma ÖйúPÕ¾ project aims to reduce stigma around mental health.
The project supports:
- businesses
- schools and colleges
- local communities
- people from all backgrounds
- people from different cultures and faiths
Who we work with:
You can help by:
- sharing your story
- helping others understand mental health
- looking out for unfair reports in the media
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What is stigma?
Stigma and discrimination can make life harder for people with mental health problems.
It can:
- make you lose friends
- stop people from joining everyday activities
- make it hard to get a job
- stop people asking for help
- cause health problems
- lead to money issues
A small survey in 2020 asked people where they faced stigma. 66 people replied. We can’t draw firm conclusions from this survey.
Survey results
People said they felt stigma from:
- 18% – Jobcentre
- 20% – police and emergency services
- 23% – benefits and housing
- 26% – hospitals
- 26% – mental health services
- 34% – GP practices
- 41% – workplaces
- 45% – friends and social groups
What’s next?
Everyone can support mental health in:
- workplaces
- schools
- daily life with family and friends
Always think about ways to raise awareness and stop stigma.
A new Time to Change website will share:
- stories
- ideas
- resources
Together, we can end stigma in ÖйúPÕ¾.
Get involved
Join the campaign.
Contact: Megan Aspel
Email: megan.aspel@sky.com