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Depression & Anxiety

"I NEED HELP NOW!"

If you are in crisis and need support or someone to talk to right now, Samaritans is there for you no matter where you are or what age you are. Samaritans provides confidential, non-judgemental support, 24 hours a day for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide. Call: 08457 90 90 90, or email: [email protected]

You can contact the London Lesbian & Gay Switchboard on 0300 330 0630, or find details of local switchboards and organisations that offer face-to-face counselling at www.turingnetwork.org.uk.


Stress - what is it?

Stress - what is it?

We all experience stress from time to time, but what is it? And when does it become a problem? Read more

Published: 10th June, 2022

Updated: 20th September, 2022

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Therapy and me

Therapy and me

I was no stranger to the idea of therapy. One of my closest friends has been in therapy for years, and I’d always admired her ability to articulate her feelings and emotions with other people. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2021

Updated: 30th November, 2023

Author: Anonymised User

Managing anxiety during lockdown

Managing anxiety during lockdown

Tips to help reduce levels of worry as the lockdown continues. Read more

Published: 22nd May, 2020

Updated: 7th September, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

LGBTQ+ mental health - the stats

LGBTQ+ mental health - the stats

We know we're more likely to face depression and anxiety, but what are the stats when it comes to LGBTQ+ mental well being? Here's the lowdown. Read more

Published: 11th October, 2018

Updated: 10th June, 2022

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

What is depression?

What is depression?

Depression is common among LGBTQ+ people, where rates are much higher than the general population. Why? Let's find out. Read more

Published: 10th October, 2018

Updated: 30th November, 2021

Author:

How to find a therapist

How to find a therapist

There's more than one way to access psychotherapy Read more

Published: 24th July, 2018

Updated: 20th September, 2022

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What is anxiety?

What is anxiety?

What is it? What causes it? Where can I get help? Read more

Published: 24th July, 2018

Updated: 7th October, 2022

Author:

Antidepressants - what you need to know

Antidepressants - what you need to know

Been diagnosed with depression? Welcome Antidepressants 101. Read more

Published: 21st February, 2018

Updated: 4th March, 2019

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Talking about mental health

Talking about mental health

Talking to someone else can be of great help. Here's how to do it. Read more

Published: 21st February, 2018

Updated: 30th November, 2022

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

How to support a friend who is feeling depressed

How to support a friend who is feeling depressed

When a friend is battling with depression, it can be hard to know what to do. Read more

Published: 2nd October, 2016

Updated: 6th October, 2022

Author: Ian Howley

Comments: 1

What are the signs of depression?

What are the signs of depression?

Here's what to look out for. Read more

Published: 26th August, 2016

Updated: 9th May, 2022

Author: Ian Howley

Comments: 8

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