Episode 3: Navigating mental health in childhood with Yvette Santana.

In today’s episode we hear from Dean, Grace and our special guest Yvette as they share their first experiences with mental health as young people growing up in the  USA, UK and Ghana and how these experiences have impacted their understanding of mental health in later life.

Mental Health Helplines UK

National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK offers a supportive listening service to anyone with thoughts of suicide. You can call them on 0800 689 5653 (open 24/7).

Shout. If you would prefer not to talk but want some mental health support, you could text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential 24/7 text service providing support if you are in crisis and need immediate help.

Papyrus HOPELINEUK. If you're under 35 and struggling with suicidal feelings, or concerned about a young person who might be struggling, you can call them on 0800 068 4141  (weekdays 10am-10pm, weekends 2pm-10pm and bank holidays 2pm–10pm) or text  07786 209 697.

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