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How to be a mental health ally
When you see someone struggling it can be hard to know what to do to help, but you don’t have to be a mental health professional to offer support and make a difference to someone going through a tough time. We asked the experts for advice to help you be an effective mental health ally to colleagues, family, friends and even yourself.
Nine ways to support colleagues with their mental health
2023-03-28T12:42:00+01:00Exclusive content from the Retail Trust by Rosie Mullender
Learn how you can support others with their mental health and why it’s important.
How to be your own mental health ally
2023-03-28T12:42:00+01:00Exclusive content from the Retail Trust by Miranda Eason
From shushing your relentless inner critic to the importance of learning from your good days, Andrea Woodside, wellbeing training lead at the Retail Trust, explains to editor and writer Miranda Eason how to be a brilliant mental health ally to yourself.
Wellbeing 101: supporting a friend who is struggling with their mental health
2023-03-29T07:54:00+01:00
Want to be there for your friend, but no idea what to do? We asked the experts for advice to help you help them.
Seven ways to find your cheerleaders
2022-06-16T14:29:00+01:00
Four wellbeing experts explain the power of connection and how to find your tribe.
Take five: how to support a colleague in need
2022-10-31T14:18:00+00:00
From practicing watchful waiting to making sure you have the necessary space and time to have a conversation, Andrea Woodside, wellbeing training lead at the Retail Trust shares practical advice to follow when you think a colleague is struggling.
Glossary of mental health terms
2023-03-28T12:42:00+01:00Source: NHS
Get to grips with the key mental health terms and acronyms with our back-to-basics glossary.
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How to be a mental health ally resources
2013-03-05T13:09:00+00:00
When you see someone struggling it can be hard to know what to do to help, but you don’t have to be a mental health professional to offer support and make a difference to someone going through a tough time. The Retail Trust offers a range of resources to help you support your colleagues.
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