Look for the glimmers; those chinks of light, a ray of hope to get you through the tough times. The theme of tomorrow’s World Suicide Prevention Day is changing the narrative and starting the conversation. Undoubtedly a death by suicide is one of the hardest things to face

I'm not very impressed by people who put a bunch of letters after their name, or titles in front. I am impressed by people who are: Kind. Diligent. Respectful. High-integrity. Generous. Honest. Humble. Collaborative. Well mannered.

This #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, we're highlighting powerful postpartum psychosis stories. 'My episode culminated in a suicide attempt and I stayed on a psychiatric ward and on a Mother and Baby Unit for two months.' Read Fiona's story: app-network.org/ourstories/whe… #WSPD #WSPD2024

“Changing the narrative on suicide requires systemic change. It's about shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support.” International Association for Suicide Prevention #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

We are dedicated to making sure no more health and care professional's lives are lost to suicide. Join us next week to mark the first National Suicide Memorial Day for Health and Care Staff and honour the memory of those who tragically lost their lives. #WSPD #NMDHCS

Book your place on APP’s free webinar: Essential knowledge for preventing maternal suicide. 📅 Wednesday 16th October / Zoom ⏰ 12 - 1pm 🎟 Free Book your place here: ow.ly/NbjH50SJZk6 #PreventingMaternalSuicide #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, #SuicidePreventionDay

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay If you’re struggling to cope, don’t suffer alone. Talk to Lifeline today. Trained counsellors like Ben can provide immediate help and support to anyone in crisis or despair. 📞0808 808 8000 💻lifelinehelpline.info

World #SuicidePrevention Day is also a day to recall those who have died by suicide. A day of profound sadness & commemoration. In the UK it is the personal stories of loss & the courage of bereaved families that have transformed the narrative. #WSPD2024

Our Spokesperson Mark A Taylor was on BBC Evening Extra to discuss the new PfG, which includes a priority to cut health waiting times. Mark emphasised the importance of transformation and said 'actions will speak much louder than words'. 📻Listen from 1.23.56 bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0…

Come along to the online launch of this important suicide postvention in the workplace guidance document. You'll hope never to need it; but if a colleague does die by suicide, you'll be very pleased you have read it! Derek Tracy Royal College of Psychiatrists RCPsych Occupational Psychiatry SIG

Loss by suicide is like grief with a microphone. In a poignant blog post written by our Ambassador and speaker on suicide loss, Caroline Roodhouse, she describes how her feelings became deafening following the suicide of her husband Steve in 2018. She quotes a book that says our

#ChangingTheNarrative #WorldSuicidePreventionDay2024

As part of our efforts to raise awareness on suicide prevention, we are eager to invite as many of you to attend our webinar on suicide prevention with the RCPsych West Midlands Divisions, taking place tomorrow afternoon. We are joined by Senior Officer for Suicide Prevention

The draft Programme for Government 2024-2027 ‘Our Plan: Doing What Matters Most’ public consultation is live. Have your say on key impact assessments: Equality, Rural Needs, and Child Rights. Learn more at consultations.nidirect.gov.uk/teo/pfg-ia-202… #PfGNI2024 #OurPlan2024

There are 1600 suicides per year in UK mental health patients. Our studies NCISH have identified these 10 ways for MH trusts to improve safety, from safer wards to a learning culture. #WSPD2024

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay I’m sad to think that we need such a day. Especially as the road there is long and treacherous. People need help all the time to find the way back, not just when they’ve gone too far.

The Menopause NI Conference is about building knowledge on the menopause with a specific focus on the workplace. Our experts will focus on practical ways to support employees & individuals. Don’t miss this chance to learn, share & build your confidence when discussing menopause.

#Menopause - how you can create a healthier workforce. Spread the knowledge and build better teams. This will be a fantastic event. Join us on #Worldmenopauseday2024

Why the steps have to happen #allaboutthehead rcpsychNI Emma