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Fighting for mental health – for support, for respect, for you ✊

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Remember, healing is not linear 🩵 What’s one small win you’ve had recently, despite the ups and downs?

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The mental health system is under immense strain. Something has to change. This review is a chance to understand what’s driving the increase in mental health problems. This must not be used as a way to justify who deserves support and who doesn’t. 1/2

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Instead, it needs to focus on ensuring everybody gets the support that is right for them. We’re ready to help with this review, making sure it’s shaped by the voices of those living with mental health problems. 2/2

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Dear UK government, your Autumn Budget made some good moves – scrapping the 2-child limit will lift thousands of children out of poverty, and investing in Neighbourhood Health Centres could help communities thrive. 🧵 1/6

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Young people are waiting. Families are struggling. Communities are under pressure. Where’s the plan? 5/6 We need: • A funded strategy for mental health • Action to cut waiting lists • Young Futures Hubs in every local area

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Dear UK government, your Autumn Budget made some good moves – scrapping the 2-child limit will lift thousands of children out of poverty, and investing in Neighbourhood Health Centres could help communities thrive. 🧵 1/6

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No published strategy. No guarantee of adequate funding. No promise to cut waiting lists. No commitment to deliver Young Futures Hubs everywhere they’re needed. 3/6

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Mental health makes up 20% of all ill health – but only receives 9% of NHS spending. And that share is falling. Without stronger protections, mental health will keep slipping behind other areas of care. 4/6

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Dear UK government, your Autumn Budget made some good moves – scrapping the 2-child limit will lift thousands of children out of poverty, and investing in Neighbourhood Health Centres could help communities thrive. 🧵 1/6

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Poverty is one of the biggest drivers of poor mental health – so this work really matters. But there was no mention of mental health at all. And here’s the problem: there’s still no clear plan to tackle the mental health crisis. 2/6

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By acting on the insights and the recommendations here, we can become a mentally healthier society. Let's create a mental health system that works for all of us.

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Meanwhile, 100,000 adults and 35,000 children and young people have been waiting more than 2 years for their second contact with mental health services.

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Our findings show that: 33% of people we surveyed said that the support they received from their GP didn’t meet their needs 38% of people from racialised communities we surveyed feel they’ve experienced unfair treatment from their GP.

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Mental health support isn’t equal. People from racialised communities face worse outcomes and unfair treatment. The UK government needs to go further to stamp out racism in the Mental Health Act for good These stats below are from England only. 1/6

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CTOs rose by 17% last year. That’s not progress. The bill needs to be reformed. Limit CTOs to 12 months and address the racial disparities. 5/6

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Last year, the average length of stay in a mental health hospital was longer for under 18s than most adult groups. We urgently need more funding and investment in early mental health support to prevent these long hospital stays. 6/6

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Mental health support isn’t equal. People from racialised communities face worse outcomes and unfair treatment. The UK government needs to go further to stamp out racism in the Mental Health Act for good These stats below are from England only. 1/6

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There were 52,000 detentions under the Mental Health Act in 2024/2025. Black people were 4 times more likely to be detained. 3/6

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Community Treatment Orders (CTOs) don’t work. They don’t stop hospital readmissions and people don’t know how to get off them. Black people are 8.5 times more likely to be put on one. 4/6

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Mental health support isn’t equal. People from racialised communities face worse outcomes and unfair treatment. The UK government needs to go further to stamp out racism in the Mental Health Act for good These stats below are from England only. 1/6

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When will the UK government properly address the serious issues with the Mental Health Act? It needs urgent and more ambitious reform to tackle racial injustices and to better support young people. 2/6

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We’re seeing a lot of racist rhetoric in the UK right now, including against refugees and asylum seekers. That feels frightening and exhausting - especially for those of us from racialised communities. Seeing this so close to home can be scary. And it can take a toll on our mental health.

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We’re seeing a lot of racist rhetoric in the UK right now, including against refugees and asylum seekers. That feels frightening and exhausting - especially for those of us from racialised communities. Seeing this so close to home can be scary. And it can take a toll on our mental health.

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Here are a few options: 📃 Visit our page on racism and mental health (link in the comments) 📞 Call our support line: 0300 102 1234 🫂 Join our online community, Side by Side 📍 Get in touch with your local Mind (you can find yours on our website)

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We’re seeing a lot of racist rhetoric in the UK right now, including against refugees and asylum seekers. That feels frightening and exhausting - especially for those of us from racialised communities. Seeing this so close to home can be scary. And it can take a toll on our mental health.

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If you’re feeling anxious or unsafe, know that you’re not alone in this. We want you to know that you’re safe here, at Mind. We’re here for you. Please reach out if you need a bit of support with your mental health.

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Whatever you're carrying, you don't have to carry it alone. Share the load. We're here. Talk to us: Support line: 0300 102 1234 open 9am-6pm, Monday - Friday Email us: info@mind.org.uk Contact your local Mind: find yours on our website Use our online forum: Side By Side

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Reach out if you need support this World Suicide Prevention Day 💙 Please share this so people know where to go for help.

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Be as kind to yourself as you would be to a friend. What’s one way you can show yourself compassion today?

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Our roots shape who we are, how we see the world and how we see ourselves. South Asian Heritage Month is a time to reflect on identity, belonging, and the experiences that shape us. Our roots are a powerful source of strength and guidance. 1/2

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But strength doesn’t mean you have to carry everything alone. Reaching out isn’t easy and for many of us, stigma and shame can be real barriers. There is no single route on our mental health journeys. Whatever journey you’re on now - we're here to support you. 2/2

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Your struggles with mental health are part of your story, but there's so much more to who you are. Visit our website for more info on different mental health problems and tips for self-care. 2/2

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No win is too small to celebrate. Got out of bed? Brushed your teeth? Stopped procrastinating over a task you’ve been putting off? Share your wins with us, and let’s cheer each other on 💙

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Your voice could be the voice that brings about change. Join us in our fight to: improve the benefits system 📢 raise the standard of mental health hospitals 🏥 roll out early support for young people 🧠 1/2

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It’s tough seeing someone you care about going through a hard time - you can feel pretty helpless, right? 😔 But the good news is, there are ways you can try to support them. 1/2