This episode discusses the importance of suicide and self-harm prevention in the community. The conversation covers topics such as the role of community services in crisis intervention, the impact of the menopause on mental health, the need for community-based crisis services, the importance of lived experience in suicide prevention, the power of evidence-based research and lived experience, and accessing suicide prevention services. The episode emphasizes the importance of collaboration and support between different services and the need for a comprehensive approach to mental health care.

Takeaways

• Collaboration and involvement of various stakeholders in suicide prevention leads to better services for individuals in crisis.

• Community-based crisis services are crucial in providing accessible and rapid support for individuals in need.

• The menopause can have a significant impact on mental health, and it is important to consider hormonal factors in treatment.

• Openness, vulnerability, and sharing lived experiences play a vital role in suicide prevention and reducing stigma.

• Accessing suicide prevention services can be done through self-referral, GP referrals, crisis lines, and support networks.

Help & Support

If you or someone you know has been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, the following organisations can provide help and support:

• Hub of Hope: https://hubofhope.co.uk/

• James’ Place: https://www.jamesplace.org.uk/

• Newson Health: https://www.newsonhealth.co.uk/

• Papyrus Prevention of Young Suicide: https://www.papyrus-uk.org/ or call 0800 068 4141

• Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/ or call call 116 123

• Liverpool CAMHS: https://www.liverpoolcamhs.com/ or call 0151 293 3577

• Liverpool Crisis Line: https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/urgent-help or call 0800 145 6570

• BBC Action Line: https://www.bbc.co.uk/actionline/

Credits

"Mindful Merseyside" is brought to you by the Institute for Health Research at Liverpool John Moores University.

Guest Series Presenter: Gemma Cutting. Produced and distributed by Innobella Media.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:17 Importance of Suicide Prevention in the Community

06:47 The Importance of Services Specifically for Men

11:05 The Menopause and its Impact on Mental Health

15:20 The Need for Community-Based Crisis Services

22:22 The Role of Openness and Vulnerability in Suicide Prevention

25:13 The Power of Evidence-Based Research and Lived Experience

26:09 The Importance of Hormonal Considerations in Mental Health

30:26 Accessing Suicide Prevention Services

35:00 Additional Resources and Support

37:18 Conclusion