Time to Talk Day 2024
Today is Time to Talk Day 2024. Led by Mind and Rethink Mental Illness, the day aims to help create supportive communities by encouraging conversations about mental health.
Councillor Bruno De Oliveira, chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board and Doctor in Community Psychology, said: “Time to Talk Day is the nation’s biggest mental health conversation. It’s a day for friends, families, colleagues, communities, and workplaces to come together to talk.
“Talking about mental health isn’t always easy but a conversation has the power to change lives. It reduces stigma, creates communities where we can talk openly about mental health and encourages us to feel empowered to seek help when we need it.
“Mental health problems can affect any one of us at any time. We want everyone to feel comfortable talking about mental health, and there are lots of different ways that you can take part, from sharing on social media using #TimeToTalk and having conversations with your friends and family.”
There are lots of resources which you can explore with family, friends, colleagues, communities, and workplaces available from the Time To Talk Day website.
If you are struggling with your mental health, it’s important to reach out for help, such as:
- UOK - a network of free local services supporting good mental wellbeing for adults. Find out more on the UOK website or phone 0808 196 1768.
- e-wellbeing online advice on mental wellbeing for children and young people.
- Brighton & Hove Wellbeing Service - a free NHS Talking Therapies service for people of any age struggling with low mood or anxiety. You can refer yourself online
- Sussex Mental Health Line – call NHS 111 and select the mental health option for 24/7 support from clinicians
- Samaritans – call 116 123 to speak to a listening volunteer, available 24/7
- For support in a mental health emergency, visit help in a mental health emergency webpages