We can't tackle anxiety by only focusing on what we can do as individuals to help. Policymakers must prioritise actions to promote good mental health for all and to reduce anxiety, particularly for those at the highest risk of persistent and overwhelming anxiety. (1/2)

Our 2nd film today is from Barry T K A who has shared his experience for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeekABZ on today's theme of Men and Mental Health. Thank you Barry! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek Mental Health Foundation

Connecting with nature can make us feel less anxious and stressed. 🌱 Read more tips on how to cope with anxiety 👉 mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work/publi… #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ToHelpMyAnxiety

Our survey for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek has shown that the vast majority of young people felt anxious in the last two weeks. Despite young people being among the least likely to open up, 91% of those who spoke about it said that it helped. Read more: mentalhealth.org.uk/about-us/news/…

Today at 13:00pm tune in to the launch of our Wellbeing Radio show, only on 99.8FM or listen live here shmu.org.uk/fm/listen we will be talking to GrampianYoga, Solstice Nurseries and hearing from Lawson about his own mental health journey NHS Grampian Aberdeen City Council

This is Peggy. 95 yo next Friday. 1-year ago she fell. No injuries. But had a 6-hour long-lie. She couldn't get up with her husband's assistance...even pulling up on a chair. Physios: Teach your clients how to get up off the ground.

For our final film of today for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeekABZ we are hearing from Paul Aberdeenshire RFC who is sharing what they do and how it supports positive mental wellbeing. Thank you for coming in Paul and supporting the campaign. Check out loom.ly/qEPrr6E

We've spent the week looking at anxiety - what it is, who's experiencing it and how we can tackle it. Here are some of the key takeaways. Find all of our content from this year's Mental Health Awareness Week at mentalhealth.org.uk/mhaw?utm_sourc… #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ToHelpMyAnxiety

Our first film today for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeekABZ is Ann from Middlefield Community Project! Thank you for coming in and being part of our collaborative campaign, Ann. We really enjoyed hearing your perspective, thank you for all your support!

So going to miss hearing this wonderful person first thing in the morning. You've been an absolute blast - all the best !

Read our Peter Kelly's blog! Too many children have their life chances restricted - just because they’re unlucky enough to be growing up in households that are struggling on low incomes. That’s an injustice that Scottish Government can put right. povertyalliance.org/blog-the-scott… pic.x.com/vHW1EMeNI1

Yes ! What a truly amazing opportunity!!

We've joined more than 150 charities, trade unions, and other organisations calling on First Minister to put action on poverty at the heart of his next Programme for Government. #ScotPfG Hear more from our David Reilly at 0635 on BBC Radio Scotland povertyalliance.org/campaigners-un…

We have signed this letter to Humza Yousaf with 150 other organisations that are passionate about justice and compassion for all. We urge the Scottish Government to put action aimed at ending the injustice of poverty at the heart of Scotland's Programme for Government The Poverty Alliance

Brilliant indeed 👏

VOTING NOW OPEN! Projects in Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire have been shortlisted to receive funding from The Just Transition Fund – and they need YOUR VOTE! Residents are invited to vote for 5 projects you would like to see funded. Cast your vote: jtpbfund.scot

I'm proud to be supporting shmu and Challenge Poverty Week

I've voted ! Have you?

Indeed- 365 days a year, #samaritansscotland