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Find a community of people who openly and honestly share their mental health experiences with each other. Join our Support Forum today: bit.ly/1PIfm5O

@MykeBlack_ Hi Myke, thank you for sharing this video with us. It has a really positive message of looking out for other people. If you wanted to feature your song on our Audio Gallery, you'd be welcome to take a look here: bit.ly/2BV62wH

Today marks the start of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, a chance to reflect on the challenge of mental illness, the work happening in the field and how far we still have to go until there is parity of esteem. bit.ly/2H8hyqq

Today is the 27th birthday of SANEline. Public awareness about mental health has improved drastically in that time, however the people who call us still report difficulty in reaching the right help in a crisis. We're here to offer support: bit.ly/2fvHOdv

Today marks one year since Sirius was launched by @RichardVenable4. Our Oxfordshire Black Dog has been busy at work, touring schools and colleges to raise awareness of mental ill-health - here are a few highlights!

@Crusty_Crouton Hi Niall, we're not aware of any other places you may be able to watch this unfortunately.

@FollowBDT Is there anywhere to watch Mind Over Marathon? It isn't available on iPlayer unfortunately. Thanks

Our amazing champion @LynnCrilly dispels some of the myths of obsessive compulsive disorder in this blog: bit.ly/2YWiNjn. RT to win a copy of her book, Hope with OCD. We'll DM the lucky winner at 5pm today.

A gift of £10 could answer a call to our helpline from someone in crisis, providing them with understanding, compassion and guidance. Donate today: bit.ly/2qwJJrm

By encapsulating mental illness through the physical manifestation of the Black Dog, we can help people to visualise just how powerful, dominating and unpredictable it can be. Find out more about our campaign: bit.ly/2oQdhgr

If you're looking for a cycling challenge with a difference, you can join us for @NightriderBike in London and Glasgow. The early-bird registration fee for a charity place is just £35. Read more: bit.ly/2Gapus6

Today is the publication day for @LynnCrilly's second edition of Hope with Eating Disorders. We've teamed up with our amazing champion to give away 2 signed copies. All you need to do is follow and RT! We'll DM the winners at 5pm. #EDAW2019

Children who grow up surrounded by green space are up to 55% less likely to develop a mental health condition in adulthood, a new study suggests. bit.ly/2XlMkm1

The number of students declaring mental health problems as they start university has increased by almost three-quarters in just 4 years. bit.ly/2BHXQ1N

The Duchess of Cambridge spoke about the importance of prioritising mental health in childhood development at a mental health education conference yesterday. bit.ly/2GHRoew

Today we launch our new report Still Forgotten. We surveyed more than 400 people with experience of #schizophrenia or #psychosis, as well as families, carers and healthcare professionals. Follow this thread as we reveal what they told us. #stillforgotten

You can get your very own Black Dog pin badge by donating £5 today. Text SANE3 to 70500, including your name and address. Take of a photo of you wearing it and we'll RT!

.@LetitiaWright, the winner of last night's #Bafta Rising Star Award, gave a powerful speech about her struggle with #depression and how close she came to giving up acting. bbc.in/2GCmBzE?utm_ca…

Self-care can have many benefits and purposes and, as this article points out, it is all about knowing what works best for you. bit.ly/2t4hxfz

This @NewStatesman article offers an international perspective on the rising rates of mental illness. bit.ly/2GafIWH

Today is the start of #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek. Mental distress among young people is increasing. It’s estimated that 1 in 8 children aged 5 to 19 has a mental disorder.