{"id":4892,"date":"2024-10-10T10:35:10","date_gmt":"2024-10-10T09:35:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hub.gmintegratedcare.org.uk\/mental-health\/?page_id=4892"},"modified":"2025-10-09T10:00:25","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T09:00:25","slug":"topic-based-mental-health-and-wellbeing-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hub.gmintegratedcare.org.uk\/mental-health\/mental-health-and-wellbeing-resources\/topic-based-mental-health-and-wellbeing-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Topic based mental health and wellbeing resources"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This section of the website contains some of the freely accessible\u00a0 resources available for anyone to use. To make it easier for you to find the resources you need easily we\u2019ve grouped them under topic headings<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"txt-black\">Autism and Suicide Awareness Training<\/h3>\n<div class=\"sixteen columns columntext-title columntext-title-alt\">\n<p class=\"txt-black\">NHS Greater Manchester have provided funding to Zero Suicide Alliance to create this training. It was co-produced with people from the autistic community, the Autism and Suicide Awareness. You can find out more on the <a href=\"https:\/\/shiningalightonsuicide.org.uk\/new-autism-suicide-awareness-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shining a Light on Suicide website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Bereavement Service<\/h3>\n<p>The Greater Manchester Bereavement Service can help to find support for anyone in Greater Manchester that has been bereaved or affected by a death, no matter how long ago. No one needs to feel alone as they deal with their grief. <a href=\"https:\/\/greater-manchester-bereavement-service.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Find out more<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Digital support<\/h3>\n<p>We now have an expanded range of freely accessible digital support offers across Greater Manchester. <a href=\"https:\/\/hub.gmintegratedcare.org.uk\/mental-health\/mental-health-and-wellbeing-resources\/digital-support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Read more<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Eating disorders<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Children and young people: where to find information and support.\u00a0If you\u2019re worried someone you care about is showing any signs of an eating disorder there\u2019s support available <a href=\"https:\/\/hub.gmintegratedcare.org.uk\/mental-health\/eating-disorders-and-children-young-people-where-to-find-information-and-support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Read more<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li>Adults: where to find information and support. If you\u2019re worried someone you care about is showing any signs of an eating disorder there\u2019s support available <a href=\"https:\/\/hub.gmintegratedcare.org.uk\/mental-health\/whats-new\/adults-and-eating-disorders-where-to-find-support\/\"><strong>Read more<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Gambling addiction<\/h3>\n<p>There are a range of confidential support services available in Greater Manchester.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/hub.gmintegratedcare.org.uk\/mental-health\/mental-health-and-wellbeing-resources\/gambling-addiction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Read more<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Pregnancy, family and mental health: Resources and support<\/h3>\n<p>Your pregnancy and parenthood will be a journey, whether you\u2019re looking forward to having your first baby or it\u2019s something you\u2019ve experienced before. This guide aims to help you with your emotional well-being and mental health from pregnancy through to parenthood and to let you know about the different supports that are available to you, should you need them.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hub.gmintegratedcare.org.uk\/mental-health\/mental-health-and-wellbeing-resources\/topic-based-mental-health-and-wellbeing-resources\/pregnancy-family-mental-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Self-harm<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Older people and self-harm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s well documented that older people are less likely to access mental health support than younger adults and that self-harm is commonly thought to be experienced mainly by younger adults. However, older people may also experience self-harm, with older people who self-harm more likely to end their life by suicide and less likely to receive support around their self-harming behaviour.<\/p>\n<p>These two booklets contain information about what is meant by self-harm, how this might look different for older people, reasons it might be difficult to talk about self-harm and where people can get support.\u00a0The booklet for professional carers and loved ones also gives information on how to talk to older people about self-harm.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hub.gmintegratedcare.org.uk\/mental-health\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/Coping-with-difficult-feelings-An-information-booklet-about-self-harm-in-older-people.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coping with difficult feelings An information booklet about self-harm in older people<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hub.gmintegratedcare.org.uk\/mental-health\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/Coping-with-difficult-feelings-An-information-booklet-about-self-harm-in-older-people-for-carers-loved-ones-and-professionals.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coping with difficult feelings An information booklet about self-harm in older people for carers, loved ones and professionals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Young people and self-harm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Levels of self-harm continues to rise amongst our young people and though a taboo subject for many, which adds to stigma and feelings of shame, we need to understand and talk about it more if we are going to find a way to support those affected, provide support at the earliest opportunity and reduce the incidence of self-harm.\u00a0The difficulty of understanding why someone may hurt themselves and fear of making things worse can stop us engaging with this difficult issue at all.<\/p>\n<p>NHS Greater Manchester has produced information resources for young people and their parents and carers which explain why people may self-harm, how to talk about it and strategies to help young people manage their emotions before they reach a crisis, while highlighting sources of help.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hub.gmintegratedcare.org.uk\/mental-health\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/Self-harm-booklet-A-guide-for-parents-and-carers-February-2024-Accessible-PDF.pdf\">Self harm booklet A guide for parents and carers February 2024 Accessible PDF<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hub.gmintegratedcare.org.uk\/mental-health\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/Self-harm-booklet-A-guide-for-young-people-February-2024-Accessible-PDF.pdf\">Self harm booklet A guide for young people February 2024 Accessible PDF<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>S<\/strong>elf help resources<\/h3>\n<p>We\u2019ve put together a collection of self-help resources on low mood, anxiety, OCD, self-harm and ADHD that we hope you find useful. The team have also put together a document about trauma &#8216;Understanding Trauma: How can children heal?&#8217;. These resources provide guidance and information that have all been quality assured by a Clinical Psychologist. There are resources for young children, teens and parents and carers: <a href=\"https:\/\/hub.gmintegratedcare.org.uk\/mental-health\/self-help-resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Shining a Light on Suicide<\/h3>\n<p>We\u2019re bringing suicide out of the dark in Greater Manchester because it affects us all. Whether you\u2019re feeling suicidal, worried someone else is, or have lost someone to suicide, you\u2019re not alone. Whatever you\u2019re going through, we\u2019ll help you get the advice and support you need. Find out more: <a href=\"https:\/\/shiningalightonsuicide.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/shiningalightonsuicide.org.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Supporting your child through results day<\/h3>\n<p>Supporting a child through results day requires patience, empathy, and a focus on their well-being. By creating a supportive environment, listening to their concerns, and acknowledging their hard work, parents can help their child navigate this potentially stressful period. Focusing on their individual experience and celebrating their achievements, regardless of the results, is crucial for building resilience and confidence.\u00a0 We&#8217;ve put together some useful resources and links to wellbeing support. <a href=\"https:\/\/hub.gmintegratedcare.org.uk\/mental-health\/mental-health-and-wellbeing-resources\/topic-based-mental-health-and-wellbeing-resources\/supporting-your-child-through-results-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Find out more<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Supporting your child when they move between educational levels<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Transition periods in education, such as\u202fstarting a new school or moving between educational levels can be exciting and are a rite of passage. But they can also be a daunting or anxious time. 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