Suicide Prevention
Events for World Suicide Prevention Day 2021
September 10th - Join Student Vice President Claire Green between 11.30 and 2pm on Teams about Suicide Prevention!
*Content Warning - some personal experiences might be shared which might involve sensitive topics.
Follow this link to reserve your place and drop in any point between the times noted above: Book today!
Online Free Training Available
Zero Suicide Alliance (ZSA)
Short training modules are offered by ZSA, an updated one which takes in consideration the impact of COVID-19 and social isolation and another module on suicide prevention.
The modules were created by NHS Health England, so some of the link advertised will signpost you to English support organisations but we have included a list of their Scottish counterparts if you wish to seek out more information with local organisations.
Link: https://www.zerosuicidealliance.com/training
Our Scottish Partners:
SAMH
https://www.samh.org.uk/about-mental-health/suicide/suicide-prevention
Public Health Scotland (formally NHS Health Scotland)
http://www.healthscotland.scot/health-topics/suicide/suicide-prevention-overview
Breathing Space Scotland
A free and confidential phone line service for any individual, who is experiencing low mood or depression, or in need of someone to talk to.
Helpline : 0800 83 85 87 (Open Mon-Thur 0600-0200hrs, Fri-Mon 1800-0600hrs)
Samaritans Scotland
https://www.samaritans.org/scotland/how-we-can-help/
FDAMH - Falkirk's Mental Health Association
Resources
The Subjective Units of Distress Scale also referred to as the Distress Thermometer allowed you to work out how to measure your feelings. It allows you to rate how you feel on a scale which can help mental health professionals with treatment or just give you an idea of how you’re feeling over a period of time. No matter where you feel you are on the scale you can always ask for help or discuss options.
