Opinion

Walk, run or cycle the 100 Streets Challenge to support mental health awareness

Article in The Scotsman from 27/6/19 Read more

100th Rural Forum member a landmark to celebrate

Through the National Rural Mental Forum's 100 member organisations we are reaching 500,000+ people in remote parts of the country, including many who experience poor mental health Read more

The ‘loonies’ are back – to tackle stigma

Colin Leslie on plans for a sequel to the BAFTA-winning Takin' Over The Asylum, and how attitudes have changed since it first aired 25 years ago Read more

Interview with new SiMS chair, Max Ahmed

Support in Mind Scotland's new chairman Dr Maqsood (Max) Ahmed shares his thoughts on the challenges ahead for mental health support in Scotland. Read more

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Open Day for Stewartry Service a Success

Our much-loved service in Stewartry recently opened its doors to its new premises on World Mental Health Day - and the day couldn't have went better.

Time After Time (ages 50+)

Discussions about relevant topics, social gathering, board games, information days, wellbeing and social outings for people over 50 with mental illness

INDEPENDENT REVIEW LAUNCHES FORMAL CALL FOR EVIDENCE

Jenny Hastings & co 100 Streets Challenge 2019

SiMS ambassador Jenny Hastings organised a group 100 Streets Challenge for the fourth year in a row on 6 October.

Edinburgh Services: Stafford Centre

#100StreetsChallenge. Registration for 2019 open NOW!

Carers' Information Pack - Information for carers, friends and families

The Carers' Information Pack gives information to carers about mental illness and where to find support.

1 in 100 report: Living with schizophrenia and psychosis in Scotland

View the findings of Support in Mind Scotland’s “Living with Schizophrenia” survey published April 2015

Forensic Mental Health Services

Forensic mental health services assess and treat people who are called ‘mentally disordered offenders’ under the Mental Health Act and who are detained in secure health facilities.

What is Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) can help you manage your difficulties by changing the way you think and behave. It is mostly used to treat anxiety and depression but can also be used in the treatment of schizophrenia.