Is social media helping or harming young people's mental health? Helping young people think critically about what they see online is becoming an increasingly important part of supporting their mental health. #youngpeoplesmentalhealth #socialmedia #mentalhealth

Summer can be a great opportunity to take a break from the pressures of school, college or work and focus on your wellbeing. If you're looking for ideas, we've put together some simple ways to look after your mental health this summer☀️ #mentalhealth #youngpeoplesmentalhealth #summeractivities

It's another hot one this week, and some medications can affect how your body handles heat, raising the risk of dehydration and overheating. Stay hydrated, stay cool, and take extra care of yourself! #mentalhealth #heatwave

𝐖𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝, 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 YPMH is seeking an experienced & versatile programme leader to lead the development and delivery of our new three-year Food, Brain and Mental Health programme. Find out more and apply: www.ypmh.org/careers/

The second stage of the YPMH model is Innovate. We work with young people, researchers and professionals to explore approaches that could improve #mentalhealth outcomes. Because the best solutions are informed by evidence, expertise and lived experience. www.ypmh.org/accelerating...

Researchers at the University of Staffordshire are looking for qualified Clinical Psychologists to participate in a study exploring experiences and perceptions of intergenerational trauma within #CAMHS Get involved or find out more: staffordshire.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... #MentalHealthResearch

Ever picked up your phone for a quick scroll, only to look up 30 minutes later feeling more drained than before? Research suggests repeated exposure to distressing information can increase feelings of stress & worry. Over time, this can contribute to cognitive fatigue and make it harder to focus!

The first stage of the #YPMH model is Understand. We explore the evidence, identify challenges and opportunities, and examine where gaps exist between knowledge and practice. Because meaningful change starts with understanding the system you're trying to improve. #mentalhealth

We're working to create a future where fewer young people experience poor #mentalhealth, and more young people get the right support, at the right time. Support us today and help strengthen prevention, earlier intervention and better mental health outcomes for young people. 🔗 www.ypmh.org/donate

Exercise supports much more than physical health. Research suggests regular physical activity can improve mood, regulate stress, support brain health and improve sleep. Exercising with other people may provide additional benefits through stronger social connection and lower perceived stress.

Improving #youngpeople'smentalhealth requires evidence, collaboration and action. Donations and fundraising help YPMH share evidence-informed resources, support collaboration and promote approaches that could improve outcomes for young people. Get involved today: www.ypmh.org/get-involved/

With 1.7 million people are on #mentalhealth waiting lists in the UK, and #depression in adolescence being linked to a 3x increased risk of depression in adulthood, we need to focus on improving outcomes requires prevention, earlier intervention and better treatment systems.

Research suggests loneliness can affect multiple systems across the body and brain: • Higher cortisol and stress responses • Increased inflammation • Poorer sleep quality • Changes to reward and motivation pathways Learn more: www.ypmh.org/how-to-reduc... #lonelinessweek #mentalhealth

Did you know that exercise can play a role in reducing loneliness? Research shows that engaging in group activities, helps foster a sense of belonging. Regular movement can: • Boost mood • Improve self-esteem • Reduce stress • Support sleep #mentalhealth #youngpeoplesmentalhealth #lonelinessweek

Strong social connections do more than help us feel supported emotionally 💜 Feeling connected may help us feel calmer during stressful periods, build emotional resilience and encourage healthier behaviours over time. #LonelinessWeek #YoungPeoplesMentalHealth

We still have some tickets left for Tango and All That Jazz charity concert, happening this Saturday! Email us at contact@ypmh.org to secure your tickets today! #CharityConcert #YoungPeoplesMentalHealth

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Join us for “Tango and all that jazz” with the Sampson Orchestra of Cambridge 🎻 Buying a ticket through YPMH helps support our work improving young people’s mental health through innovative, evidence-based approaches. DM or email contact@ypmh.org to reserve your tickets!

Don’t leave your colleagues on the bench. Mental health challenges aren't always visible. Sometimes a simple check-in can make a bigger difference than we realise. #WorldCup #MentalHealth

Who doesn’t love a homemade treat? Host a bake sale and help change the direction of #youngpeople’smentalhealth! Fundraising for YPMH helps us identify the most promising ways to prevent #mentalhealth problems, spot them earlier and improve support and treatment. www.ypmh.org/fundraise/

We know more about #mentalhealth than ever before. But research still takes an average of 17 years to become routine practice. Earlier intervention, prevention and better cross-sector collaboration are key to helping young people benefit sooner. Find out more: www.ypmh.org/accelerating...

What if we do know what's driving demand for #mentalhealth services? Research increasingly links #mentalwellbeing to biology, chronic stress, gut health, sleep, environment, isolation and lifestyle factors too. Better outcomes require earlier, more joined-up approaches focused on prevention.

It's #PrideMonth! Mental health support should feel safe, inclusive and accessible for every young person 🌈 If you need support, there are many organisations that are there to help. #PrideMonth #MentalHealth

🌞Hot weather PSA 🌞 Some antidepressants can affect your body’s ability to regulate temperature. If you're on medication, take extra care in the heat: stay cool, hydrated, and rest when you need to. Take care of yourself! #heatwave #youngpeoplesmentalhealth

Digital loneliness is rising as #AIchatbots are increasingly used for companionship and emotional support. They can feel supportive in the moment, but research suggests heavier use may be linked with greater loneliness and less real-world social interaction. #mentalhealth

New school food standards (2026/2027) in England will mean healthier, less processed meals in schools. Research suggests diet quality may influence #mentalhealth through several pathways and can impact energy and concentration. A great step forward towards improving #youngpeoplesmentalhealth!

🌞Hot weather PSA 🌞 Some antidepressants can affect your body’s ability to regulate temperature. If you're on medication, take extra care in the heat: stay cool, hydrated, and rest when you need to. Take care of yourself! #heatwave #youngpeoplesmentalhealth

The gut microbiome may influence brain signalling, inflammation and wellbeing. Research suggests associations with mood, #stress and #anxiety, but mechanisms are still being explored. Our latest blog explains what we know and how to support #guthealth. www.ypmh.org/gut-health-a... #mentalhealth

Gut health and mental health: understanding the gut–brain connection

The gut and brain are closely connected through a communication. In this blog, we explore how the gut–brain axis works, how gut health may influence mental health, and practical ways to support it.

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Join us for “Tango and all that jazz” with the Sampson Orchestra of Cambridge 🎻 Buying a ticket through YPMH helps support our work improving young people’s mental health through innovative, evidence-based approaches. DM or email contact@ypmh.org to reserve your tickets!

Reaching out to someone is a simple but powerful action for mental wellbeing. Strong social connections are linked with: • lower stress responses • feel-good chemicals like oxytocin and dopamine • greater sense of belonging and resilience A message or check-in can make a difference. #MentalHealth

Mental health isn’t shaped by individual choices alone - it is shaped by the environments around us. That’s why systems-level action matters. Together, we can turn awareness into action, and can work to improve prevention, early identification and earlier access to support. #MHAW

This year, #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek is all about #action. So what action can support your mental health long-term? Find our science-backed tips below! You don’t need to do all of these at once — small, consistent steps over time are what really make a difference. #mentalhealthawareness