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Challenging the stigma: Men’s Health Week and rethinking masculinity

11th June 2025

Men’s Health Week is an annual opportunity to shine a light on the unique challenges men face when it comes to physical and mental health. At West Sussex Mind, we acknowledge that understanding the deep-rooted societal expectations around masculinity is essential in supporting men’s wellbeing and breaking the stigma around asking for help
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On-site mental health support is a hit with Northbrook students

10th June 2025

Our peer support worker, Han, has been supporting students at Northbrook College in a partnership with the college's wellbeing team. Not only has the support been rated highly by students with near 100% attendance, but we've also delivered Youth Mental Health First Aid training to staff and workshops for students
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We've been awarded our Mind Quality Mark status

2nd June 2025

Every three years, we go through a rigorous quality assurance process with national Mind as part of the Mind Federation. We've been awarded the Mind Quality Mark as a well-run local Mind, delivering safe and life-changing support for people with mental health problems
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Jo's story: Finding community for our family

16th May 2025

Jo struggled with her mental health when her twins were born prematurely and with heart conditions. Subsequently she experienced postnatal depression. Here she describes how, since seeking support with Families in Mind, she has found community with a group that feels “like family” to her
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Shifting perspectives on severe mental illness

14th May 2025

Liz, our mental health rehabilitation worker, supports people living with psychosis in the community. She says that those with severe mental illnesses, such as psychosis, can be supported in the community to lead fulfilling lives and need greater understanding and respect from everyone
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Joe's story: The best version of myself

13th May 2025

Joe shares how her training as a peer volunteer with West Sussex Mind has helped her find community and fulfillment after a difficult journey with her own mental health