Podcast appearances and mentions of mick coyle

Mick is joined by Ellen Roome on this week's podcast. Ellen's son Jools Sweeney died suddenly in 2022, he was aged 14. A coroner ruled they couldn't register his death as suicide, because there we no signs he intended to take his life. The narrative verdict has left Jools' family with many questions. Ellen's now looking for answers through his social media - to see if that offers any insight into why he's no longer with us, but she's not allowed to access Jools' data. She launched a petition calling for parents to have the right to access their child's social media information and is asking parents to support her cause to create #JoolsLaw. You can support the petition here and use #JoolsLaw on social media Signposting services are included at the end of each episode of the Mental Health Monday Podcast. You can follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin.

Mick Coyle is joined by James Cooper on this week's podcast James is currently running a marathon every single day in 2024. He'll complete 366 between now and the end of the year! He was inspired to take on the challenge as part of his Smilinggg Project, which he set up after having a difficult time with his own mental health in 2014/15. James also lost an uncle to suicide - and will be raising money for Samaritans as part of challenge. We wish him all the very best in his challenge! Here's a link to his fundraising page You can follow him on Instagram Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter/X, Instagram and on Linkedin

Mick is joined by returning guest Steve Phillip, founder and director of The Jordan Legacy. Steve featured in episode 189 of Mental Health Monday, and was part of the #LeaveALightOn project. Steve's latest project sees him teaming up with some incredible individuals and organisations for the Join The Dots tour across the North of England in June 2024. Starting in Scunthorpe, and ending on Merseyside, Steve and the team are creating a series of arts, sports, and mental health events to help normalise the conversation about suicide. He also talks about his work on the Zero Suicide Society strategy. Find out more about the Join the Dots Tour, and follow Steve on Linkedin Follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter/X Instagram and Linkedin, and get video previews of each week's guests on the MHM Facebook Group

Chris Ross is a powerful guest on this week's Mental Health Monday Podcast. Chris shares his story of dealing with trauma, depression and suicidal thoughts - and how he turned his life around as a self-styled "mentality monster" who now supports others in their mental health journey. Chris talks about the very difficult issues he's faced, but also the measures he's now put in place to give himself a "zest for life", and how you can help yourself achieve that mindset. You can find out more about Chris on his Linkedin Profile. Follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter/X, Instagram, Linkedin and get video previews of our guests on the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group TOPICS: This episode talks about a suicide attempt, childhood trauma, depression, looking for hope, finding hope, mindset There are UK signposting services included at the end of each episode.

Mick Coyle meets Nicole Antoniou, CEO of The Butterfly Squad, in this week's podcast. The Butterfly Squad is a project and animated series to help children build resilience, understand their emotions and give themselves the best chance at being the best version of themselves. Nicole sets out why the project started and the results she's seen since it began. You can find out more on the Butterfly Squad website, or check out their social media accounts. Follow Mick on Twitter and Instagram, and get video previews of the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group In the podcast intro, Mick mentions his project into online teenage blackmail TOPICS: Child mental health, resilience, mental health awareness, trauma

Mick Coyle is joined by author of The Visual Detox Marine Tanguy on this week's podcast. Marine's new book explores how our brain deals with looking at so many images on daily basis - adverts, billboards, social media posts, TV screens and beyond. The book looks at ways you can apply more critical thinking what you see, and asks questions about what sort of towns, cities and communities we want to live in in the future. The book is available now from Penguin Random House Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. Get video previews of each week's guests on the MHM Facebook Group TOPICS: Detox, visual imagery, adverts, commercial advertising

Mick Coyle is joined by Grime legend Big Narstie on this week's podcast. pic credit © Alamy The main man is here to talk about how his life changed forever after appearing on the Celebrity Bake Off, and how his new health regime is allowing him to make plans for the future. We'll hear how weight loss, and improved fitness have made a difference to his life, and how he's hoping to share some of his secrets through his new podcast Life Gains. You can get video previews of each week's guests on the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group Follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter/X Instagram and Linkedin TOPICS: Fitness, life gains, life goals, mixed martial arts, healthy eating

Mick Coyle is joined by Dave Lock aka London Marathon icon "Dave the Running Telephone". Dave reveals he's signed up to race in this years event, and how his own mental health journey led him to fundraise for Samaritans. He speaks of his own journey, and losing his brother to suicide last year, and how that's a solemn reminder of why Samaritans is such a good cause to support. Pic Credit © Alamy Find out more about Samaritans Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter/X, Instagram and Linkedin. You can get video previews of all our guests on the MHM Facebook Group

Mick Coyle is joined by Emma and Amie from the The Lucy Rayner Foundation The LRF has has collaborated with Snapchat to design a new lens that helps users create a snap which talks about their feelings and how they might want someone to talk to. It's utilising every-day technology to make a difference to the lives of young social media users. Emma tells Mick about where the foundation has come from, while Amie explains the technicals. You can get the app by scanning the Podcast artwork, or find out more on The Lucy Rayner Foundation website Follow Mick Coyle on X/Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin, and get video previews of each week's guests on the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group

Mick Coyle takes a look at the finding's of the Prince's Trust Natwest Youth Index 2024, on the day of its release. Mick is joined by Naomi Ennis - who created Animal Teach. Naomi shares her own story of growing up dealing with anxiety and other issues at home, and how she uses her story to help inspire young people. Alongside Naomi is Rachel Edwards - Head of Delivery Partnerships and Volunteering at The Prince's Trust, who sees the consequences of the mental health issues we discuss first-hand. Find out more about The Prince's Trust Follow Mick on X/Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin Get video previews of the week's guests on the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group TOPICS: Anxiety, fear of failure, self-esteem, low mood, confidence

Mick Coyle is joined by mental health campaigner and author Dr Alex George on this week's Mental Health Monday Podcast. Dr Alex is here to talk about starting 2024 on the right footing. Photo credit: © Alamy New data from Nationwide shows 82% of people expect this January to be the worst ever when it comes to our finances - a tough start to 2024. On top of how we feel about ourselves and our outlooks, it means some people can really struggle at this time of year (check out ep 314 for more on this) Details at the bottom of this link on where to turn if you're finances aren't in a good place, and there's mental health signposting at the end of every episode. Follow award-winning host Mick Coyle on Twitter/X, Instagram, and Linkedin. Get video previews of each week's guests on the Mental Health Monday Facebook group.

Mick Coyle is back for 2024 with a new episode of Mental Health Monday. Mick is joined by Simon Blake from MHFA England, to talk about the results of a new survey which looks at how people can be struggling in their workplace. Simon walks us through the findings, and talks about the implications for workplaces and the positive steps offices, factories and organisations can take to make a difference to their staff. The findings, and podcast, were released on so-called Blue Monday - it's not really a thing, but if it gives people permission to open up, that can only be a positive! Find out more about the My Whole Self project - culminating in a day of awareness on March 12th. Signposting services are available at the end of the podcast. Follow Mick on Twitter/X, Instagram, and get video previews of each week's guest on the MHM Facebook Group Pic credit : pixabay

Mick Coyle has the latest figures of suicides registered in England and Wales for 2022 (released 19th Dec 2023) He goes through the ONS data, and discusses the findings with Jake Mills from Chasing the Stigma - a suicide survivor and founder of the Hub of Hope. Find out more about the 2022 suicide data You can find mental health services using the Hub of Hope. If someone's life is in danger, call 999. A Department of Health and Social Care spokesperson said: “Every suicide is a tragedy and has a devastating, enduring impact on families and communities. “We're working hard to reduce the number of suicides and published our new Suicide Prevention Strategy for England in September.  This commits to more than 100 measures, including a focus on prevention and earlier intervention, as well as more targeted and proactive support for people in crisis. “In August, the government also launched a £10 million fund for the voluntary sector in England to carry out crucial work to prevent suicides and save lives. We're also investing £2.3 billion extra a year into mental health services to help an additional two million people access NHS-funded mental health support by 2024.” Pic credit: Unsplash TOPICS: Suicide, Suicide prevention, public messaging, government strategy, impact of suicide

Mick Coyle is joined by East 17 singer and songwriter Tony Mortimer. Tony is on the show to talk about his Christmas mega-hit Stay Another Day, and the impact music has had on his and our lives, particularly during the festive season. He hit the top spot with the song in 1994. 29 years later, a tongue in cheek remake by Lidl is helping secure a £100,000 donation to the NSPCC to support children's mental health. Find out more about the song and the story Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter, Instagram, and get video previews of guests on FaceBook and Linkedin.

Photo credit © Alamy Mick is joined by footballer Jake Daniels for episode 310 of Mental Health Monday. Jake became the first UK player since Justin Fashanu in 1990 to announce he was gay, in May 2022. 18 months later he sits down with Mick Coyle to discuss his mental health at the time, and the journey he took before and after that monumental step. The conversation comes as a new survey from L'Oreal Paris Men Expert looks at what it means to be a "strong man" in 2023. READ MORE: "Being a footballer and being gay wasn't a thing" Follow Mick Coyle on X, Instagram and get video previews of MHM guests on the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group Signposting is provide at the end of the podcast. TOPICS: Coming out, Football, LGBT in Football, 

Mick Coyle is joined by two guests on this week's podcast. First, we'll hear from Elissa, who's sharing her story of problem gambling and the impact it had on her life. In the last four years, some gambling services have seen an 80% rise in female users. Elissa explains how gambling took hold of her from a young age, and stayed with her, until things escalated into her 30s. She talks openly about her experience, including how gambling impacted her wedding day. And she tells us about finally finding the right help to put her on a different path. In part two of the programme, TV medic Dr Ellie Cannon tells us how shame and stigma is holding 2/3 gamblers back from getting help, and how a simple conversation can start to put you on the right road. Find out more about the work of GambleAware, and the survey results from their new research General mental health signposting is provided at the end of each podcast. TOPICS: Gambling, Gambling harm, female gambling, suicidal thoughts, gambling support

Mick Coyle looks into the number of men receiving support for depression on this week's episode. New stats from BACP shows 52% of therapists are seeing a rise in the number of men coming forward to get support. At the same time, just over half say men are put off the idea of getting therapy because of societal pressures and stigma. Dan Reid shares his story in this week's episode - he reached out for help after living with depression for a decade, and now runs a Men's Walking and Talking organisation to provide an alternative space for men to talk about their feelings. Dan and Mick also discuss the signs and symptoms of depression and anxiety - summarised by R.A.I.S.E - which you can learn more about on the BACP website. Follow Men Walking and Talking on Instagram. You can follow Mick Coyle on X/Twitter, Instagram and get video previews of each week's guest on the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group TOPICS: Depression, anxiety, PND, isolation, anger, risk taking, substance abuse, exhaustion

Today we launch Leave a Light On. As part of this latest project, Mick hears from mums and dads who've been bereaved by suicide, to share the story of what its like to lose a child in such tragic circumstances, and what we can all done to help bring down the UK's high suicide rate. Find out more about Leave A Light On On this episode you'll hear from John, Deanna, Jenetta, Mike and Steve who bravely share their journey with us. And we'll speak to Richard Bland, whose son took his own life 10 years ago. Richard's since set-up the BearForce Charity to help equip children with the skills and language to talk about their own thoughts and feelings. You can find out more about BearForce. And find out more about our Leave a Light on, and the legacy projects set up by our contributors. Post your Leave a Light on images to social media using the hashtag #LeaveALightOn Follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter/X and Instagram. Get video previews of each week's guests on the MHM Facebook Group Special thanks to Liam Ross for production support.

Mick is joined by actor, model and the man behind THO, Tommy Hatto. Tommy's teamed up with the Global Equality Collective to look into the issue of body image, and people's perceptions of themselves around the world. In this week's episode we explore Tommy's journey and how his experience inspired him to try and raise awareness off the issue in women AND in men. You can find out more about the Body Image report. Follow host Mick Coyle on X, Instagram and get video previews of each episode on the MHM Facebook Group page Full signposting is at the end of each episode. TOPICS: Body Image, body dysmorphia, anorexia, self-worth, self-esteem

Mick is joined by yoga and wellbeing instructor Katie Scott as she launches a petition calling for children to be taught how to look after their mental health in schools. Katie has decades of experience working with young children and says the benefits that mindfulness can bring to a child's life are essential and long-lasting. Her experience of working in Merseyside schools has prompted her to call on the government to prioritise children' wellbeing - something you can support by signing the petition You can find out more about Katie and her work on social media Follow podcast host Mick Coyle on Twitter/X, Instagram and get video previews of each week's guests on the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group There is signposting at the end of each episode of the podcast. TOPICS: Young mental health, young minds, mental health in schools, yoga, meditation, mindfulness

Mick is joined by author Johnnie Lowery on the 300th episode of Mental Health Monday! Mick and Johnnie discuss his new book, which explores football's relationship with mental health from a club, player and fans point of view. The book is out now, and available in shops and online Johnnie also discusses his own mental health journey, and why he took up the decision to quit alcohol in January of this year. Subscribe and stream Mental Health Monday every Monday where you get your podcasts, and follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter, Instagram while you can also get video preview of each week's guests on the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group. TOPICS: Football, Depression, Anxiety, Alcohol,

Mick is joined by Jenetta Barry on this week's episode. 18 years ago, Jenetta lost her daughter Jenny to suicide. She was aged just 16. Jenetta explores her journey in the days, weeks months and years before and after it happened, and how she tries to use her experience to help and support others. This August, a team of people are embarking on a Kilimanjaro challenge to raise funds to help support activities around World Jenny's Day  - an annual celebration of the arts and life, held on World Mental Health Day, October 10th. You can find out more about Jenetta and the Epiphany Process And follow host Mick Coyle on Instagram, Twitter and get video previews of each week's show on the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group TOPICS: Young suicide, grief, loss, eating disorders

Award-winning journalist and broadcaster Mick Coyle meets CEO of Ditch The Label, Liam Hackett. DTL are a youth charity offering advice, resources, and access to counselling services to people impact by mental health problems, bullying and much more. In 2023 they're launching a therapy service in the "metaverse" which will allow young people to access counsellors in an online world. They're also teaming up with global brand Maybelline to provide more than 17,000 hours of therapy for free over the next two years, as part of the Brave Together initiative. Find out more about Ditch The Label and Brave Together. See images of the Metaverse spaces Share your thoughts online Follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter and Instagram And get video previews of all our guests on the MHM Facebook Group page.

Mick is joined by Mair Howells from the I've Been Spiked campaign In his "other" job as Senior News Editor for Bauer Media Audio, Mick has been leading a national investigation into spiking, looking at how common it is, who is being targeted, and what powers authorities need to bring perpetrators to justice. The investigation heard how: 11% of women have been spiked So have 6% of men Only 1/10 cases are ever reported to the Police Just a handful of cases end in conviction each year. And the impact of being targeted can have long term consequences. You can read more about his findings here And there are signposting services to get support, information and advice if you, or someone you know, has been spiked at the bottom of this article. You can follow Mair's I've Been Spiked campaign on Instagram And follow Mick Coyle on Twitter, Instagram and now THREADS And get video previews on the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group. TOPICS: Trauma, spiking, physical injuries, mentions of sexual assault

Mick is joined by actor and writer Natasha Rea, ahead of taking her "A Night With Me, Myself and Bipolar Brenda" performance to the Edinburgh Fringe. Natasha explores her bipolar journey, and how late diagnosis made her think back to earlier moments in her life when it may have been a factor. She explores her school days, the pressures of performing, and how she creates characters to help he son understand how she's feeling on any given day. We wish Natasha all the luck in the world with her shows - which are in Edinburgh at "theSpace at Symposium Hall" 21st-26th August And there are previews at Liverpool's Hope St Theatre on the 12th and 15th of July. Follow Natasha on Instagram She's also an ambassador for Bipolar UK Follow host Mick Coyle on Instagram, Twitter, and on via the Mental Health Monday Facebook page TOPICS: Bipolar, school, pressure, anxiety

Mick is joined by mental health advocate Jack Dodd in episode 294 of Mental Health Monday. Jack discusses his experience of losing his dad at a young age, living with OCD, dealing with bullying, and how all of those things built up to impact his mental health. Jack also talks about how opening up the taboo conversation of crying at work, through the LinkedIn social media channel, saw him go viral online. He tells Mick what he's learned from his experiences, and how we can learn to cope with the sum of our experiences across our lifetimes. You can follow Jack on LinkedIn - where you can also see his viral post Follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter, Instagram, and get video previews of each episode on the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group Topics: Grief, anxiety, OCD, Linkedin, LGBTQ+

Mick Coyle is in Parliament this week at a Baton of Hope event at the prestigious Terrace Pavillion in Westminster. Mick was representing the Bauer Media Where's Your Head At? campaign - which secured more than 200,000 signatures on a petition calling for mental health first aiders to be available to in all UK workplaces. The event was hosted by Dean Russell MP, and was highlighting the Baton of Hope's campaign and UK Tour coming to 12 cities across the UK. It was set up by Mike McCarthy after he lost his son to suicide. We hear Mike's story on this week's show and we'll hear from Dean Russell MP about the work he's doing to bring political change to the mental health issues we highlight on a regular basis. Dr Alex George and Campaigner Chris Murray also drop by to talk about why these sorts of conversations - and action is so vitally needed. Get more information about the Baton of Hope and its UK tour Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter and Instagram And join the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group

Mick is joined by legendary club DJ Brandon Block on episode 291 of Mental Health Monday. Brandon shares his story of addiction, and how he used SMART recovery to find the tools to move on with his life in a safe way. Brandon struggled with cocaine use, alongside anxiety and imposter syndrome at the height of his fame. Combined with Hepatitis C and Tuberculosis, he lost half a lung and doctors gave him two weeks to live unless he changed his lifestyle. Three decades on, he's fronting up the www.uniteforrecovery.org.uk round-the-world challenge to tackle the stigma around addiction. Sign up and pledge your support on their website. Follow Brandon on Twitter. Follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter, Instagram and join the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group Photo credit © Alamy

Mick Coyle is joined by GB Paralympian Amy Conroy. Amy is on the podcast to talk about her mental health journey, discussing grief, family support, overcoming physical illness, and finding new goals in life. Amy was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 13, and had already lost her mum to the illness. She lost a leg as part of her treatment, but showed immense strength to seek new goals, and found herself playing wheelchair basketball at the Paralympics. Amy reveals how she survived her journey, and how she is learning to spot the signs that her mental health might be struggling. Amy was speaking as AXA released their Mind Health Survey results for 2023. Podcast cover image: ©Alamy Follow Amy on Instagram Follow host Mick Coyle on Instagram and Twitter, and join the Mental Health Monday Facebook group

Mick Coyle is joined by former gymnast Gaby Santacruz on this week's Podcast. Gaby recently gave a Tedx talk about how growing up as a gymnast in Ecuador impacted her mental health, and how the culture around seeking "perfection" started to have a negative impact on her sense of wellbeing. In this podcast she explores how the echoes of her childhood experience in gymnastics affected her ability to hold down a normal job, once she'd stepped away from the gymnasium, and how therapy helped her understand her experiences and move into a more positive space. Thanks to Gaby for sharing her story. Follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter and Instagram, you can join the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group Issues discussed: Gymnastics, pressures on young people, injuries, therapy, medication  

Mick Coyle is joined by first time author Chris Roberts. Chris explores how writing his new book about the state of the game of football helped him through a difficult spell in his life Chris talks about living with grief, depressive and suicidal thoughts, and how the focus of the book, and the support he's received from organisations like Sean's Place have put him on a better path. The book itself looks at different aspects of the game of football from "win at all costs" attitudes to club ownership. Its available on Amazon - but you can pick it up in person at Pritchard's Books in Crosby, Merseyside. A share of all profits will go to Sean's Place. Follow author Chris Roberts on Twitter Follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter and Instagram, and get video clips from each episode on the Mental Health Monday Facebook page

Mick Coyle is joined by Psychologist Dr Terri Apter to discuss the findings of a five year long study by The Female Lead. The research looked at how teenage girls and young women felt about their social media use, and themselves, if they followed more "positive" role models in their feeds instead of a typical airbrushed celebrity. The results are in, and offer an insight into how we might all be able to use social media more safely in the future, with our own wellbeing and aspiration at the forefront. You can also take The Female Lead pledge to #DisruptYourFeed and change the way you scroll. Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter and Instagram, and join the conversation on the MHM Facebook Group Thanks to the Female Lead team for their assistance in making this week's episode. Cover photo Priscilla Du Preez / Unsplash 

Mick Coyle is joined by Associate Professor of Psychology at Middlesex University, Dr Lisa Marzano. Dr Lisa is teaming up with Samaritans, Network Rail and the British Transport Police as part of their Small Talk Saves Lives campaign. As part of the campaign, a new survey has found how people often feel uncomfortable with the idea of approaching someone who might be in a mental health crisis. Dr Lisa has a series of tips on what you can say to make a difference, and ultimately save lives. You can see more on the Small Talk Saves Lives campaign here Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter and Instagram, and get video previews of each episode on the Mental Health Monday Facebook page Podcast Artwork - Samaritans social media assets

This week's episode is recorded live at the "It's Mental Live" event at the University of Bolton stadium. Mental Health Monday was up on stage with inspiring guests who are overcoming adversity and societal expectations to break new ground, grow themselves (and people around them), by doing things a little bit differently. Joining Mick Coyle are Manchester Arena bomb survivor Martin Hibbert, Self Defence coach Zee Jogi, DJ-turned counsellor Young Lee and Tech entrepreneur Lee Chambers Each have their own story to tell, and offer an incredible insight into how they've achieved that they have, and how they hope to grow in the future. Photo credit Zee Jogi Instagram (L-R Mick Coyle, Lee Chambers, Martin Hibbert, Zee, It's Mental CEO Stephen Robinson) Signposting is provided at the end of the episodes. Follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter and Instagram and join the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group for video previews of each week's episode.

Mick is hosting this week's podcast from the It's Mental Live event at the University of Bolton Stadium. Billed as the "Ultimate Wellbeing Experience", the day saw more than a thousand people come together to explore wellbeing, meeting exhibitors, specialists, and hear inspiring stories in the central arena. Mick hosted the day from the main stage, welcoming guests, and guest presenters, to chat with some familiar names and faces, with wellbeing at the heart of the conversation. Among those in attendance is former Millwall, Blackburn, West Ham and Ireland player Steven Reid, who has taken the decision to cut short his coaching career to pursue a new venture in mental health. Steven explores with Mick how he came to the decision, and how he hopes his own story will warn others of the untold side of the game. Thanks to Stephen Robinson and the It's Mental team for inviting Mental Health Monday to be part of the day. Follow MHM host Mick Coyle on Twitter and Instagram, and join the Mental Health Monday facebook page TOPICS: Depression, Anxiety, Imposter Syndrome, Professional Football

Mick Coyle gets a first look at the Prince's Trust Natwest Youth Index 2023, which shows a concerning set of stats around the wellbeing of young people. Money worries, economic uncertainty and mental health issues are just some of the issues that 16-25 year olds are juggling at the start of 2023, according to their findings. Rachel Edwards from Prince's Trust guides Mick through the survey and highlights the ways young people can find away forward. There are signposting services at the end of each episode Find out more about Prince's Trust Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter, Instagram and get video clips from each podcast on the Mental Health Monday Facebook Page  TOPICS: Depression, anxiety, job worries, uncertainty, peer pressure

Mick is joined by author and mental health advocate Neil Kelders. Neil's new book is called The Other Side: A memoir of hope in the midst of depression and it charts his own mental health journey. The podcast focuses on Neil's story, and how mental health problems lead to suicide ideation, and later, how Neil changed the way he viewed himself and the world around him to find a new way forward through different counselling methods and more. The books is autobiographical, but also contains "Neil's Notes" which offer practical advice for dealing with issues like depression and anxiety. This conversation includes expressions of thoughts about suicide, but does not discuss methodology. You can find out more about Neil on Instagram where you can also find host Mick Coyle, who is also on Twitter. Get video updates of each of our guests on the Mental Health Monday Facebook group TOPICS: Suicidal thoughts, suicidal ideation, depression, recovery, fitness, counselling

Mick Coyle is joined by Rosey Adams on this week's Podcast. Rosey is with us to share her experience of postnatal depression, and other issues around maternal mental health. The start of 2023 also marks the 9th anniversary of the launch of her Twitter hashtag #PNDhour, which is used every Wednesday to open up the conversation about postnatal, antenatal, and perinatal mental health on social media. You can take part yourself by searching for the #PNDhour hashtag on Twitter, and joining the conversation between 8pm and 9pm each Wednesday (UK time) The conversation also looks at the use of the phrase "The Baby Blues" and explores how Rosey's poem "PND and Me" inspired her to speak openly about her experiences. You can read the poem here and follow Rosey on Twitter Get video and other content from Mental Health Monday by joining our Facebook Group, as well as following Mick Coyle on Instagram and Twitter Mental Health signposting is provided at the end of each episode of Mental Health Monday TOPICS: Postnatal depression, PND, depression, motherhood, new baby, parenthood

Mick Coyle is joined by Sandeep Saib in this week's Mental Health Monday Podcast. Sandeep shares her mental health journey, which includes diagnoses of body dysmorphia, anorexia and OCD, as well as discussing how she had suicidal thoughts in 2014. Sandeep shares how her journey has put her on a more hopeful path, and she shares the lessons learned over the last 10 years. Follow Sandeep on social media. You can get more information about Eating Disorders on the Beat website. There is more general signposting at the end of the episode. Follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter and Instagram, and get video clips of each episode on the Mental Health Monday Facebook Page

Mick Coyle meets George Westwood on this week's edition of Mental Health Monday George and Mick caught up ahead of World AIDS Day to discuss what life is like for people living with HIV in 2022, and how stigma is still holding society back despite incredible advances in science. George now works for the National AIDS Trust which has resources on its website if you want to find out more about living with HIV. There's more on George on the news pages of the Bauer News website Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter, Instagram and on the Mental Health Monday Facebook page. You can email him on mick.coyle@bauermedia.co.uk

Mick Coyle is joined by founder of Humen, River Hawkins. River's speaking to us ahead of the Rise Against Suicide pub pilgrimages across 13 cities on Dec 4th, to raise awareness of men's mental health and suicide. The conversation explores men's attitudes to discussing mental health River shares his own personal journey, as well as talking about why it's important that communities create spaces where people can share their stories without stigma or judgment. You can take part in the Rise Against Suicide event at the following venues, or make your donations online London - Devonshire Arms, 7 Duke St, Marylebone London - The Old Coffee House, 49 Beak St, Soho London - The Two Bridges, 186 Tooley St, London Bridge London - The Elm, 206 North End Road, Fulham Cardiff - New Inn, 75A Caerphilly Rd, Birchgrove Edinburgh - Athletic Arms (Diggers), 1-3 Angle Park Terrace Manchester - Atlas Bar, 376 Deansgate Brighton - The Victoria, Victoria Road in Portslade Nottingham - The Stage, 7a Wollaton St Leeds - Commercial Inn, 78 Elland Rd, Churwell Bristol - Fishponds Tap, 693 Fishponds Rd Birmingham - The Raven, 144 Hodge Hill Rd, Stechford Glasgow - Thornwood, 724 Dumbarton Rd Sheffield - The Loxley Sports Bar & Grill, Loxley New Road Newcastle - City Tavern, 10 Northumberland Rd Liverpool - Cross Keys, 13 Earle St Romsey near Southampton - Phoenix, 30-32 The Hundred, Romsey Follow Mick on Instagram and Twitter And join the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group

David Quinti joins Mick Coyle to talk about problem gambling, as the World Cup in Qatar gets underway. (Photo credit - Unsplash: History of Soccer)    David stopped gambling seven years ago, after his addiction started to seriously impact his life. He now openly talks about his story, to warn others of the risks. Also on the show is CEO of GambleAware Zoe Osmond, whose organisation has some startling findings about the widespread prevelance of gambling among football fans, and in particular, concerning stats around gambling during the cost of living crisis. Find out more about GambleAware's work and where you can get support. Follow Mick on Instagram and Twitter And why not join the Mental Health Monday Facebook Page

Mick Coyle is joined by Hilary Grime on this week's episode. Hilary is with us to talk about her daughter Phoebe who took her own life while at university in 2021. As well as paying tribute, Hilary also talks about how she wants to see a change in the law so universities have a legal duty of care for their students. She's set up an e-petition demanding change which you can sign online. And there's more on her story here The podcast also contains two statements - one from Newcastle University and the other from Universities UK. You can also read them here We would like to thank Hilary for the time she was able to spend with us to share Phoebe's story. You can follow host Mick Coyle on Twitter and Instagram And join the Mental Health Monday Facebook Page 

Mick Coyle looks at survey findings released by Young Minds on World Mental Health Day. They interviewed 14,000 under 25s to find out about what issues are impacting them and their ability to seek support for their mental health. Diedre Kehoe from YM can today reveal the findings. Once again on the podcast we're discussing the difficult situation young people find themselves in, and the ongoing stigma that is holding people back from getting support. These findings also lay bare the fact that even those who do reach out for mental health support don't always get the response they are looking for. Thank you for listening to Mental Health Monday Signposting is included in the conversation. Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter and now Instagram Join the Mental Health Monday Facebook Group Subscribe to the weekly Mental Health Monday Podcast where you get your podcasts.

This week, Mental Health Monday explores the issue of Baby Loss. At the start of Baby Loss Awareness Week 2022, Mick Coyle is joined by two mums who've tragically lost children. Sharon Darke tells Mick about losing twins Charlie and Joshua 23 years ago, while Rachel, who became pregnant with twins six years ago speaks bravely and openly about losing daughter Ophelia. We would like to thank Rachel and Sharon for sharing their stories with us. And to Sands for supporting us in setting up the project. There are bereavement services available nationwide, here is a link to some local and national charities  And you find out more about Twins Trust bereavement support on their website. Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter and Instagram And send feedback about the episode to the Mental Health Monday Facebook Page

Mick Coyle meets Amy Dicks, Policy and Impact Manager for Mental Health and Wellbeing at The Children's Society. Amy's been working on The Good Childhood Report 2022, which lays bare the issues young people are facing as we move away from the pandemic, and head straight into the cost of living crisis. Mick and Amy explore the impact it's having on education, and the happiness of children in school, (as well as at home) and they look at the consequences of not taking appropriate action now. Read The Good Childhood Report in full Follow Mick on Twitter and Instagram And why not join the conversation on the Mental Health Monday Facebook group

In an episode delayed because of the news about the death of a Queen... Mick Coyle is joined by CEO of Chasing the Stigma Jake Mills on this week's episode of the Podcast. Jake survived his own suicide attempt before setting up his own charity, and is a regular contributor to the Podcast. Mick and Jake discuss the new suicide figures for England and Wales - figures which show there were 5583 deaths recorded in 2021. The programme asks why the number remains so stubbornly high, how we as a society have come to expect 5000+ suicides each year and when we can seriously expect those numbers to fall. Find out the latest suicide figures where you are on the pages of the Office for National Statistics Find out more about the work of Chasing the Stigma Join Mick on Twitter and Instagram Or join the Mental Health Monday Facebook page for video clips and extra content 

Mick Coyle discussing the death of Queen Elizabeth II in this week's episode. Podcast artwork ©Alamy In a change to our scheduled episode, Mick is joined by Psychotherapist Tania Taylor to discuss the sense of grief that has impacted millions of people following the news of her passing on Thursday 8th September. The conversation recognises that although many people may not feel an emotional attachment to the Royal family, many will feel a sense of loss, while those who have followed the Queen their entire lives might feel a more profound sense of grief. There is no right or wrong way to grieve. Find out more about Tania on her website Follow Mick on Twitter and Instagram

Mick is joined by Heather McClelland on this week's Podcast. Heather (soon to be Dr Heather) is a doctoral student and research assistant at the University of Glasgow. She and Mick discuss her suicide research, and what research is telling us about suicide here in the UK. They also discuss loneliness and the impact it can have on our physical and mental health. Heather discusses community-based responses as part of a strategy to bring down suicide numbers in a sustainable way, and her own pre-conceptions about where her research might lead. Notes: Heather references Surviving Suicidal Thoughts in the podcast as well as the work of the NSPLG and the Scotland consultation on a new suicide prevention strategy You can follow Heather on Twitter Where you will also find host Mick Coyle (as well as on Instagram) And why not join the #MentalHealthMonday Facebook page

Another great guest drops by to speak to Mick Coyle on the home of the UK's conversation about mental health: Mental Health Monday. Tomasz Drybala is preparing to embark on an incredible challenge to run 40,000km around the circumference of the globe spreading his mental health message. Tom and Mick explore the idea of "flow", changing patterns in our lives, and finding a way to respond positively to adversity. Tomasz explains how we learned these techniques after a difficult time in his life in the run up to his 40th birthday. Plus he'll explain how to run really, really far. Tom's new book is out next March, as he reaches the peak of his epic journey. Be the first to hear when its available to pre-order on his website. He's also on Instagram (so is Mick) And you can follow Mick on Twitter too Join the Mental Health Monday Facebook Page