This blog was written by PAPYRUS supporter, Viv Dawes. Viv is a lived experience Autistic advocate, trainer and author. She…
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Supporting a bereaved parent with suicidal thought...
This blog was written by a PAPYRUS staff member who has personal experience of losing a child to suicide. Losing…
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Make a noise about bullying: Anti-Bullying Week 20...
This week marks Anti-Bullying Week 2023 in the UK, running from Monday 13 to Friday 17 November. This year’s theme,…
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Why we need suicide prevention in the LGBTQIA+ com...
The LGBTQIA+ community is one united by shared cultures, social movements, pride, diversity, individuality, fluidity, and sexuality. Embracing these identities…
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Breaking the silence: PAPYRUS Stands with Islamoph...
In the realm of suicide prevention, knowledge and awareness are our greatest allies. PAPYRUS has always and continues to strive…
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Understanding suicide bereavement and grief
Losing someone to suicide is a hugely painful experience, and understanding that loss can be extremely difficult. Suicide bereavement and…
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Breaking the stigma around seeking help
When it comes to suicidal thoughts and feelings, seeking help can be a life-saving step, but that doesn’t make it…
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How to support someone after a suicide attempt
Supporting a loved one after a suicide attempt or after expressing experiencing suicidal thoughts can be challenging, and requires compassion,…
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How to work collaboratively with someone at risk t...
In times of crisis, compassionate collaboration can make all the difference. When someone is experiencing suicidal thoughts and has formulated…
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Finding out you have dyslexia – Megan’...
This blog was written by 16-year-old Megan on her experiences of being dyslexic. Megan talks about being diagnosed with dyslexia…
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Supporter stories: “It won’t be like this fore...
The following blog has been written by PAPYRUS supporter, Annie, about her personal experience of suicide. “It won’t be like…
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The power of online in suicide prevention
Social media and technology have become integral in most of our daily lives, influencing how we communicate, access information, and…
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Mental health benefits of journaling
Life can be a rollercoaster of emotions and experiences. Every day, many of us are bombarded with information, notifications, personal…
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Finding balance: nurturing mental health in a busy...
Life can be busy and balancing the demands of work, relationships, exercise, and personal wellbeing can often feel overwhelming. The…
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Shining a light on Schizophrenia
Today is National Schizophrenia Awareness Day. On this annual event, people across the UK come together to shed light on…
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It’s OK to take a break
Take a deep breath. Close your eyes for a moment and allow yourself to fully embrace the notion that it’s…
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