Success Stories:

Backstory:

It goes without saying that mens mental health and the rising suicide rates in the United Kingdom is a cause for concern. With self-harm, crisis team referrals, and drug misuse on the rise; more is needed to be done to help influence and support young people by providing a high quality level of support, education, and guidance.

Statistics:

Studies from the NHS and the Office for National Statistics estimate that:

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- 34 to 10% of people in England will experience depression in their lifetime.

- One adult in six had a common mental disorder.

- 20.3% of eight to 16-year-olds had a probable mental disorder in 2023.

- 12.5% of 17 to 19-year-olds had an eating disorder.

- 77% of men polled said they experienced some level of symptoms such as anxiety, stress, or depression.

How we will make a difference:

We believe that support, education, and the right support system can truly change the life of a young person and lead them onto the right path. Following the influence of Liverpool's "Weapons Down, Gloves Up", The Mental Shift have launched "Lives, Not Knives". 

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This is a nationwide offering that works with schools, gyms, and third sector organisations to offer educational sessions and 12-week training programs. All designed to provide knowledge and insight, offer support and guidance, and give young people the best shot in life...