🧵 THREAD (1/5) Lately, we've seen opinion pieces in national newspapers that criticise mental health awareness. We've also noticed the dismissal of so-called "liberal" approaches to supporting people severely affected by mental illness to live and thrive in their communities.

Another submission from Beckie Marshall called Guardian inspired by the Wings theme. Acrylic on paper #artistherapy #artforhealth #rethinkmentalillness - see website for all entries to date. Closing on 31st August so please submit work asap.

A Wing in Sight has been submitted under the Wings theme by Emily Mansfield-Bray. She attends the Braintree Rethink Art Group and says: Art helps me relax and I can talk to people like myself. Acrylic on canvas. #artistherapy #art4health #rethinkmentalillness

A submission under the Strength theme by Yvonne Taylor, from the Braintree Rethink Art Class. Pencil on paper. Called Eye of Strength. #artistherapy #art4health #rethinkmentalillness Closing date for entries 31 August 2024 - next week!!

A submission under the Wings theme from Lorraine Hempstead who is part of the Braintree Rethink Art Group. Acrylic on paper its called Flight of the Night. #artistherapy #art4health #rethinkmentalillness. Closing date 31st August so please send in your work asap. See website

💬 After forty years of experiencing the condition, Lucy was finally diagnosed with autism. She spoke to us about her neurodivergence, social anxiety and involvement with our Wiltshire Inclusion Service 👉 bit.ly/3AuEo9X

Never gets old.. 😅 x.com/buitengebieden…

Wings of the rainbow by Mark Whittaker is ink on paper submitted under the WINGS theme - #artistherapy #art4health #rethinkmentalillness - closing date for this year is 31st August! Hurry and submit...see website for details.

Another submission under the Wings theme from Rachel Randle called Hidden Wings, acrylic on paper.#artistherapy #artforall #art4health #rethinkmentalillness closing date 31st August - see website for full details

Moving Over by Billie is submitted under the Wings theme - acrylic on paper A3 - #artistherapy #art4health #rethinkmentalillness - closing date this Saturday so please get involved -see website for details

A Submission from Rachel Randle called You give me Strength - acrylic on paper A4 - still time to get your work in - see website for details #artistherapy #art4health #rethinkmentalillness. Closing date is Saturday 31st August!!

Let's end the judgement. #LetsRethink

Mental health has just topped the list of biggest health concerns, according to the 2024 Ipsos Global Healthcare Monitor study. In England, over 2 million people are waiting for NHS mental health services. We need action.

We’re proud to support  Rethink Mental Illness in their vital new campaign. Stigma and discrimination can deeply impact lives — we must work together to change the way mental illness is perceived.  #LetsRethink #MentalHealth

The results of this year's InFinnity Project will be announced on 10th October - World Mental Health Day. Thank you to all who have participated this year. The Judges were very impressed with the entries and the cards that have been printed as a result reflect their decision.

Kids these days...

It’s #WorldMentalHealthDay tomorrow and we want you to know that whatever you’re going through right now, we see you and we’re here for you. 💚 Talk to us on 116 123 📱

🚨 Living with mental illness can be hard. The negative attitudes of others make it harder. For #WorldMentalHealthDay, we’re fighting back against the stigma surrounding mental illness. Join us. Download your guide to help us end the judgement 👉 bit.ly/4ewDkBe

It's World Mental Health Day and the results of this year's InFinnity Project are in. See who has been judged to represent the themes best at theinfinnityproject.uk/2024-cards Congratulations to the Artists and thanks to all who have taken part this year.

We won't stop until the harmful cycle of stigma surrounding mental illness ends. #WorldMentalHealthDay