World Mental Health Day: recognising the importance of support in times of emergencies and crisis
This World Mental Health Day, it is important to recognise that people may have different responses to events happening across the world and on the news.
It is very normal to feel anxious, low, hopeless or concerned for your safety or the safety of others in response to such events.
Our service is part of the Home Office Victims of Terrorism Unit funded partnership alongside, Victim Support and the Peace Collective. We provide help and support to anyone in the UK affected by events related to terrorism. We offer screening and specialist psychological assessments, and where required, we refer on to local services for evidence-based treatments and support.
For more information about or services, how to make a referral or self-refer as well as access leaflets and resources, please visit our website at https://slam.nhs.uk/support-for-people-affected-by-terror-attacks
Further information regarding the pathway can be found on the Victims of Terrorism Unit website at: https://victimsofterrorism.campaign.gov.uk/
One of our survivors recently said:
“Being able to access this support through this pathway has changed everything for me. Five years ago when I started my journey, this help did not exist and it was difficult to know who to turn to. This has really helped me to get the support I needed and will continue to make all the difference for others in the future.”
Statement by: Survivors of Terrorism Support Service team
