2. We all have mental health, like we all have physical health. Both change throughout our lives. And, like our bodies, our minds can become unwell. Mental health problems might actually be more common than you think. One in four of us will be affected by mental illness in any year. The effects are as real as a broken arm, even though there isn’t a sling or plaster cast to show for it.One in four of us What are mental health problems?

3. Stigma and discrimination The attitudes people have towards those of us with mental health problems mean it is harder for them to work, make friends and in short, live a normal life.harder for them to work, make friends and in short, live a normal life People become isolated They are excluded from everyday activities It is harder to get or keep a job People can be reluctant to seek help, which makes recovery slower and more difficult Their physical health is affected.

4. How can I #StandUp to stigma? 1 in 10 young people will experience a mental health problem: that’s 3 of your classmates. 90% say that they have experienced negative treatment from the people around them because of their mental health problem and the stigma surrounding mental health is often harder to deal with than the problem itself. So, whether you’ve got 5 minutes, an hour, a day or more to spare, there’s always something you can do to stand up to stigma and help us end mental health discrimination: Spread the word Learn more Get talking

5. Spread the word There are loads of ways to spread the word about the Time to Change campaign if you have a minute, an hour or a little longer. Spread the word for a minute Share our video on facebook and twitter, using the hashtag #standup Share our video Make a pledge Tweet your favourite #standup comedian and ask them to support Time to Change Like us on facebook Spread the word for an hour Order our posters and stick them up around your school or youth centre Order our posters Write to your head teacher, youth worker, or community leader and ask them to get involved with the Time to Change campaign. Spread the word for longer Volunteer with us Volunteer Run an event at your school, young group, or in your local community that challenges stigma and discrimination Run an event

6. http://www.yout ube.com/timetoc hangecampaign Youtube video – Time to Change

7. At any given time, one in 10 young people is living with a mental health problem Symptoms Mental health problems can affect a person's thinking and feelings, their mood, and their ability to relate to others as they usually might. When someone has a mental illness it can become extremely difficult to function in day-to-day life. However, with the right treatment and support people can and do recover to lead full and happy lives. Our blogs are written by people who have experiences of mental illness, and talk about the positive and negative impact these have on their lives. people who have experiences of mental illness If you suspect you or a friend may be experiencing mental health problems, you can find out more about the early signs on our Mind partner websiteMind partner website

8. Nine out of ten people with mental health problems (87%) reported the negative impact of stigma and discrimination on their lives.

9. 1. Mental health problems are rare. Myth  Fact  2. People with mental health problems are violent. Myth  Fact  3. People can recover completely from a mental illness. Myth  Fact  4. On average, people with severe mental illnesses die ten years younger. Myth  Fact  5. You can be open about mental health problems without fearing you’ll be treated differently. Myth  Fact  6. There’s not much you can do to help a friend experiencing a mental health problem. Myth  Fact  7. People can’t work if they have a mental health problem. Myth  Fact  8. If you use a mental health service, there’s a one in three chance you’ll lose contact with friends. Myth  Fact  MENTAL HEALTH QUIZ

10. 1. Mental health problems are rare. This is a myth. Mental health problems affect one in four people in any one year. So, even if you don’t have a mental health problem, it’s likely your best friend, a family member or work colleague will be affected.

11. 2. People with mental health problems are violent. This is a myth. People with mental health problems are much more likely to be the victim of violence. The violence myth makes it harder for people to talk openly about mental health problems. It can also make friends reluctant to stay in touch.

12. 3. People can recover completely from a mental illness. This is a fact. Many people can and do recover completely from mental health problems. Alongside professional help, the support of friends, family and getting back to work are all important in helping people recover.

13. 4. On average, people with severe mental illnesses die ten years younger. This is a fact. But it’s not the mental illness that kills – it’s the discrimination. The physical health needs of people with mental health problems are often dismissed, causing higher rates of death from heart attacks, diabetes and cancer for people with severe mental llness.

14. 5. You can be open about mental health problems without fearing you’ll be treated differently. This is a myth. People fear telling friends, family and work colleagues if they have a mental health problem because of stigma. In fact, 87% of people with a mental health problem have experienced discrimination.

15. 6. There’s not much you can do to help a friend experiencing a mental health problem. This is a myth. If someone you know is experiencing a mental health problem, just staying in touch can really help. For many people, it is the small things that friends do that can make a difference like visiting or phoning.

16. 7. People can’t work if they have a mental health problem. This is a myth. With one in four people affected by mental health problems, you probably work with someone with a mental health problem.

17. 8. If you use a mental health service, there’s a one in three chance you’ll lose contact with friends. This is a fact. Sometimes friends feel like they don’t know enough to be able to help or feel uncomfortable. But you don’t need to be an expert on mental health to be a friend. It’s often the everyday things, like a phone call or text, that make a difference.

18. http://www.time-to- change.org.uk/talk- about-mental-health MENTAL HEALTH CLIPS

19. Tips for talking

21. http://www.time-to- change.org.uk/talk- about-mental- health/tips Clips of people who give tips for talking to people about mental health

22. ChildLine Telephone: 0800 1111 Email: http://www.childline.org.uk/Talk/Pag es/Email.aspx Website: www.childline.org.ukhttp://www.childline.org.uk/Talk/Pag es/Email.aspxwww.childline.org.uk ChildLine is a private and confidential service for children and young people up to the age of nineteen. You can contact a ChildLine counsellor for free about anything - no problem is too big or too small. Getting Support

23. Get Involved! Want to get involved with Time to Change? Get trained up and take action! We're offering volunteering and training opportunities to young people aged between 14 and 25, who live in the South East. Once you've taken our training, you will be directly involved in the campaign that helps raise awareness about mental health and end stigma and discrimination that surrounds mental illness. Opportunities include speaking out in the media and event volunteering. To find out more please contact dave.wong@rethink.org or keep an eye out on our jobs and volunteering page. dave.wong@rethink.orgjobs and volunteering

24. SO HOW CAN WE SPREAD THE WORD? http://www.time-to-change.org.uk/pledgewall LOOK AT THE EXAMPLES AND THEN COMPLETE YOUR OWN PLEDGE FOR DISPLAY