Knowing how we can protect our Mental Health when World News and Information is causing us distress, worry and upset is crucial so we can look after ourselves in the process of all that we are seeing and hearing through various media platforms.
Right now, world conflict is in the news everyday alongside other concerning events which for may of us will be very unsettling and be having a negative impact on our emotional health and wellbeing and perhaps even preventing us from doing things we would normally enjoy doing.
Being informed about world events is important, but protecting your Mental Health in the process is of equal importance.
The small selection of support links below are to help support those of you who could be struggling at this time. Remember you are never alone, support and someone to talk to is always available.
Tips to look after your mental health during traumatic world events | Mental Health Foundation
Coping with distressing events in the news
Support for Young People Under 25Worries about the news and the world
Support for Parents of Young People Under 25Parental support
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