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Thriving at the Festivals

Discover simple ways to protect your wellbeing and mental health during Edinburgh’s Festival season, while making the most of August.

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How to talk about mental health

Opening up about your mental health can feel daunting. This page shares gentle tips for talking about your feelings, guidance on asking others how they’re doing, and ways to look after yourself along the way.

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Are you thinking about suicide?

If you’re having thoughts of suicide, you’re not alone — support is available right now. Find help, along with tips and information for if you are having suicidal thoughts, or if you are concerned about someone close to you.

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Free and low cost counselling in Edinburgh

On this page you can find a wide range of free and low-cost counselling available in Edinburgh.

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Green Social Prescriptions

A Green Social Prescription is a new form of prescription. Alongside other, traditional, treatments your health professional may prescribe spending time outdoors.  

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Apps

Apps can be a great self-help resource to help you thrive. You can find a wide range of different apps to help with mindfulness, stress, healthy eating, anxiety, and much more.

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Looking for self-help information

If you’re experiencing low mood, anxiety, or stress in your life, looking into self-help activities and ideas might be the right option for you.