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Get a grip on your mental health rights

Launch of new Headspace toolkit.

Article by : SpunOut.ie

A new toolkit has just been launched for young people who experience mental health problems and go into hospital for treatment and support. The Headspace toolkit is a powerful means for young people to take control of their lives. Everyone deserves to know their rights, particularly at such a crucial time when vulnerable, alone and in need of meaningful support. This is true empowerment.


Inform yourself on issues like:


•    Why express yourself?
•    Why am I in hospital?
•    What should the Unit be like?
•    Can I make my own decisions?
•    Who can I talk to?
•    How to be assertive
•    How to undersand mental health jargon


The toolkit was developed with the input of young people and can be accessed at: www.headspaceireland.ie
 


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