All articles by the Retail Trust – Page 4
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Suicide prevention conversation – Zara and Rafiq
Knowing what to say to someone who is suicidal can be difficult but we’ve made it easier with this short video.
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Suicide awareness: a story of hope
This extract from ‘The Female Mind: A User’s Guide’ explores the role of hope in helping someone to make the decision to live. Hope cannot be underestimated, and it’s easier to inspire than you might think. (11/11)
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Self-care – things you can do to stay well when supporting others
Supporting others can be emotionally demanding, especially if you’re not feeling in a good place yourself. It’s really important to put your own wellbeing first and look after yourself on a daily basis, especially if you’re helping someone who is feeling vulnerable. (10/11)
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Suicide prevention services in the UK and ROI
Knowing where to access help is a vital part of supporting someone who is feeling suicidal. Here is an overview of national orgainsations who are there to help. (9/11)
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How are people supported by suicide-prevention professionals?
It can be distressing not to know how someone you’ve supported will be helped once they engage with healthcare professionals who become responsible for their care, but it’s important to recognise that these specialists are best placed to provide a safe space to someone who is suicidal. This article looks at how healthcare professionals support people in crisis. (8/11)
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Common questions about suicide in the retail sector
Knowing what to do in certain situations can be difficult, especially if you’ve never encountered them before. This article addresses some of the more common scenarios involving colleagues who are feeling suicidal and offers sound advice on what to do should you encounter them. (7/11)
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Supporting someone who is feeling suicidal
Kindness isn’t rocket science, it’s rocket fuel. Compassion and kindness go a long way in helping someone to make the decision to stay alive and we all have it in us to make a real difference. Here are some ways that you can help someone who feels that they’ve run out of options. (6/11)
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Recognising the signs that someone may be suicidal
it’s not uncommon for people to try and tell a friend, family member or colleague about their intentions in advance. Recognising how someone might express their feelings is an important part of knowing how to respond. (5/11)
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Why language is important in suicide prevention
Considering the language we use to describe suicide is really important when supporting someone who may be thinking about taking their life. Seemingly innocuous words have the power to hurt despite that being the last thing we want to do. (4/11)
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The truth about suicide: dispelling the myths
Despite the fact that nearly one million people around the world take their own lives every year, suicide remains very stigmatised and misunderstood. In this article, you’ll discover the truths behind the myths. (3/11)
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Why people die by suicide
There are many reasons why people consider ending their life – as many reasons in fact as there are people. Suicide is not straightforward and is often the result of an individual experiencing many difficult things happening at once. (2/11)
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Understanding postnatal depression
Learn more about how becoming a parent can affect mental health.
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What is short-term therapeutic counselling?
Counselling is a form of talking therapy. It can help you to learn new coping skills and empower you to make choices and move forward with your life. Find out what short-term counselling entails.
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A guide to the Retail Trust counselling services
Counselling offers people from all walks of life a confidential space to talk through their feelings, concerns, hopes and fears with a trained and qualified counsellor. Find out about the short-term counselling support that the Retail Trust offers.
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What is cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)?
Cognitive behavioural therapy, commonly known as CBT, is a form of talking therapy which can help you to identify and change negative patterns of thought and behaviour. Learn about the support available from the Retail Trust.
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Understanding stress
Unchecked, stress can lead to mental and physical health problems. Learn the warning signs to watch out for, plus tips to bounce back from overwhelm and build resilience as you go.
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Coping with traumatic events
A traumatic event is defined as any incident which causes someone to suffer physical, emotional or psychological harm. Whether it happens to you directly, or you witness a traumatic event, the effects can be long-lasting without the right kind of support.
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Dealing with the end of your relationship
Whether you’re the person who has initiated the breakup and has decided to leave, or you’re the one who hasn’t had a say in the matter, the end of a significant relationship can be a heart breaking and life-changing experience.
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Working through problems in your relationship
If you’re struggling with issues in your relationship and feel that you’ve exhausted all avenues to resolve them on your own, you might benefit from external advice and support which can help couples to explore their problems and strengthen their bond.
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Managing violence in stores
There will be times during our careers when we’re required to deal with an unhappy or aggressive customer. On occasion these interactions will result in violence against you or one of your colleagues. Learn how you can manage the risks.