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Hello from the PGC Anxiety Working Group 👋. Get ready for #anxiety #genomics updates as we take over the PGC social media!
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📣 Everyone 16+ is invited to help us find the genetic links to #anxiety & #depression! UK @GLADStudy needs people with no history of #MentalHealth conditions as well as those who have, to compare. Take part with @CPFT_NHS & help others for #BlueMonday: ➡️gladstudy.org.uk
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Of course we’re bringing Brew Monday back for 2026 😎 just 1 week to go. On 19 Jan, we’re asking everyone to have a cuppa and catch up with a mate – it’s a small but mighty way we can all look out for each other 💚
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Here’s our best mental health tips (backed by research) to give you a boost for 2026. 💜 See the full top ten tips in full on our website: shorturl.at/7lskn #MentalHealth2026 #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalWellbeing #MentalHealthTips #NewYear
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Focus on the good in life and it becomes how you live your life Image: instagram.com/lynn_giunta
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Everyone deserves good mental health, and that includes men. 💜 If you’re struggling, please remember that you are not alone. If you, or someone you know is finding life tough, these brilliant charities help. 💜 #movember #mensmentalhealth #internationalmensday
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Stay hopeful. Whatever is worrying you may still work out okay. Deep breaths Image: instagram.com/selfloverainbo…
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You don’t have to be an expert to help someone open up, and you don’t need the perfect words, the ones you already have are enough. 💚
If you're worried someone is feeling suicidal: Start a conversation Ask how they're feeling Listen without judgement Be there for them

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You can’t wait until life isn’t hard anymore to be happy. Take a moment to appreciate today Image: instagram.com/robdanceoffici…
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BREAKING NEWS 📰 Major study finds that singing classes help mums recover from postnatal depression. Supported by @NIHRMaudsleyBRC, with implementation science research by @ARC_S_L as part of the SHAPER project. Read more via @BBCNews ⬇️bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c931…

'It gave me my voice back': How group singing is helping new mums with postnatal depression

New research suggests singing can be clinically effective at treating the symptoms and cost effective for the NHS.

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If you’ve lost someone to suicide, it can help to talk with people who understand. Our free online support groups are a place for anyone who has lost someone to suicide. Find out more and book and online 👇 bit.ly/3EhWB7V
If you've been bereaved by suicide, you don't have to face it alone.

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#MentalHealth is shaped by more than just the mind. Social factors like poverty & housing also affect mental health. WHO mental health guidance provides all countries with practical tools to strengthen policies & services, ensures people with lived experience have a voice & promotes rights-based care bit.ly/470TLDF
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@GLADStudy is looking at the genetic links to #anxiety & #depression via a simple online questionnaire and postal saliva sample. It's open to ANYONE 16+ with or without the conditions. Take part here: gladstudy.org.uk #WMHD25 @NIHRresearch @LPFTNHS

Genetic Links to Anxiety and Depression | GLAD Study

Join the world's largest ever study of anxiety & depression

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Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay, a reminder of the importance of research in understanding & improving mental health. @edgi_uk & @GLADStudy are helping uncover the genetic & environmental factors behind conditions like depression & anxiety. ow.ly/vKaJ50X4Sf3
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This #WorldMentalHealthDay we are highlighting the importance of recognising the signs of overwhelm. 🌍💜 For tips on managing overwhelm check out our website:tinyurl.com/3jemzr7v #WMHD #WMHD25 #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthMatters
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It's World Mental Health Day - a day to talk about mental health and show everyone that mental health matters.🌍💜 This year our theme is ‘overwhelm’. Check out our full resources, tips and more at our website: tinyurl.com/2h3fz4jw #WMHD #WMHD25 #WorldMentalHealthDay
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Today is World Mental Health Day. Let’s do all we can to prioritise mental wellbeing, help each other and remind people they are not alone #WorldMentalHealthDay2025 Image: @nikkimiles_
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Tomorrow is World Mental Health Day! 💜🌍 Why and how are you getting involved in #WMHD? Let us know below! For more about the day and some free tips on how to look out for your friends and family check out our website: bit.ly/46YKtIh #WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD25
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Optimistic October - Day 6: Remind yourself that things can change for the better actionforhappiness.org/optim… #OptimisticOctober
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Help us to spread the word and raise awareness about World Mental Health Day by sharing our posters and social media graphics. #WMHD25 🌍💜 All our campaign resources are free to download and can be found here: shorturl.at/jOmdW
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