15th May – 21st May
Did you know…kindness causes elevated levels of dopamine in the brain, helping us feel happier!?
Mental Health Awareness Week is an annuall campaign, each year it focuses on different forms and traits of mental health
2024 theme is Movement; Moving more for mental health
A short walk, a long walk, a jog…any small form of exercise can increase your mood and better your mental health. Although a lot of people struggle to motivate themselves to move, the benefits are huge.
Ways to motivate yourself…
- Plan a walk and catch up with friends and family
- Walk to work or School
- If School and work are too far away; plan your route to use public transport and some walking
- Go to gym classes – not just the gym
- Swimming
- Set yourself targets; weight loss or distances or times
Samaritans – 116 123
Please use any of the numbers above for a self referral for help and advise on your mental health