06 Mar

Celebrating International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality. There are a number of events happening in our region, including: Walking With in North Tyneside: Friday 6 March 10am to 2.30pm.  For women seeking asylum…

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05 Mar

Recruitment of students with AD/HD for academic research

Hello again We always love to encourage and support useful new research into AD/HD and related topics. Here we have a great example, from two final year psychology students Helena Siebenlist and Jake Glowienko, based at Durham University. They are investigating the relationship between academic creativity and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD) and would like…

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05 Mar

ADHD 360

Hello again Following their successful (and extremely informative and interesting) launch in the North East last month at Gateshead Clubhouse and the excellent conversations that were held with them at 3 of our support group meetings, it seems appropriate to include them as already being great allies. As they put it in their literature- “Here at…

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05 Mar

Authentically ADHD: navigating you and your family through the world of ADHD

Hello again Our good friend Kirsty Leach has continued to expand her new service, working with some wonderful folks. She also organises vibrant meetings, for families and carers of children with AD/HD, on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, in a safe and family-friendly environment – the function room of Gosforth Hotel, High Street Newcastle….

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27 Feb

Time to Change – See the Bigger Picture

See the Bigger Picture Attitudes towards mental health problems are improving, but common misconceptions are leaving some conditions behind, adding to the stigma and stereotypes. We want everyone to See the Bigger Picture and change how they view all mental health problems. You can help us do this by watching and sharing our new video,…

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27 Feb

How can we improve Time to Talk Day?

Thank you for helping make this Time to Talk Day our best yet! With your help, thousands of people across the country chose to talk about mental health – breaking down barriers, busting myths and changing lives. Your involvement is key in making Time to Talk Day a success. That’s why aa on the day…

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21 Feb

Caring for a loved one with eating distress: free course – 9 May and 10 May 2020

niwe eating distress service

Saturday 9 May and Sunday 10 May, 9,30am to 4.30pm, at NIWE, The Old Post Office, Newcastle, NE1 5DW NIWE eating distress service is hosting this Maudsley Model training (also running 10—11 October). The New Maudsley Model aims to help carers feel more confident and empowered in their role, to reduce their anxiety, and improve…

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21 Feb

International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day is on the 8 March and there are a lot of celebratory events happening in our region on and around this day. Connected Voice has included a page on their website with a listing of what’s on. What is your organisation planning to do around International Women’s Day? Tell Connected Voice and…

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