At British Judo, we aim to promote a sustainable membership programme where all people have the best opportunity to have Positive Mental Health and wellbeing.
Positive mental health is a state of wellbeing in which every individual is able to realise their own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can perform productively, and is able to contribute to their community.
We also aim to ensure there is appropriate support for those experiencing Mental Health Problems.
A Mental Health Problem is a pattern of behaviour, experiences, thoughts and feelings that causes significant distress and/or impairment of daily functioning and/or difficulties in relationships with others.
Such distress or impairments are most likely to be experienced over a period of time and are not easily alleviated by an individualâs typical coping strategies.
The Mental Health Continuum is a scale used to identify early signs of mental health concerns, that can be effectively treated. This model recognises the spectrum of health concerns, be they mental or physical, that may impact people throughout their lives.
Whatâs really helpful is the fact that itâs four options, which eliminates having to distinguish different feelings that arenât necessary comfortable to share out loud. Itâs easier to just say that today, Iâm âreactingâ and have it being understood correctly.
Another important thing about the Mental Health Continuum is that there is a place for everyone on it, regardless the state of mental health or mental illness. This reduces stigma significantly because everyone fits in. As the picture above indicates, thereâs a back and forth motion that signifying change. This mean that anyone who is âhealthyâ can have times in their life when they are âreactingâ and those who are âinjuredâ have the ability to be âhealthyâ.
Who can I speak to if I have concerns about mental health?
If you are concerned about your own or someone elseâs Mental Health, the most important thing is to speak to someone you trust. If there is an immediate risk to you or anybody else, you should contact the emergency services on 999.
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Togetherall
Commissioned by over 150 organisations globally, they are an online service providing access to millions with anxiety, depression and other common mental health issues. |
https://togetherall.com/en-gb/ |
NSPCC
NSPCC are the UK’s leading childrenâs charity. They have been looking out for children for over 130 years â and they couldnât do it without you. |
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/childrens-mental-health/self-harm/Â |
Parentsâ guide to self-harm through mind
Self-harm, or self-injury, describes a wide range of things people deliberately do to themselves that appear to cause some kind of physical hurt. It can still be very hard for parents and carers to know about – or witness – self-harming behaviour in their children. |
https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/for-parents/parents-guide-to-support-a-z/parents-guide-to-support-self-harm/ |
Samaritans
Samaritans are there, day or night, for anyone whoâs struggling to cope, who needs someone to listen without judgement or pressure. Samaritans is not only for the moment of crisis, theyâre taking action to prevent the crisis. They give people ways to cope and the skills to be there for others. And they encourage, promote and celebrate those moments of connection between people that can save lives. |
https://www.samaritans.org |
Mind
Mind provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding. |
https://www.mind.org.uk/ |
NHS | https://www.nhs.uk/ |
Papyrus
PAPYRUS are the national charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide. They exist to reduce the number of young people who take their own lives by shattering the stigma around suicide and equipping young people and their communities with the skills to recognise and respond to suicidal behaviour. |
https://papyrus-uk.org/ |
Shout UK
Shout is the UKâs first 24/7 text service, free on all major mobile networks, for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. Itâs a place to go if youâre struggling to cope and you need immediate help. |
https://www.giveusashout.org/ |
Action for Happiness
Action for Happiness helps people take action for a happier and more caring world. Our patron is The Dalai Lama and our members take action to increase wellbeing in their homes, workplaces, schools and local communities. |
https://www.actionforhappiness.org/ |
HeadFit
Mental fitness is all about the good management of good mental health. HeadFIT for Life helps defence people stay mentally fit and on top of their gameâŠat work and at home. |
https://headfit.org/tools/de-stress/ |
HealthyMinds Innovation
They are committed to bringing the gift of well-being to as many people as possible so that they can do our small part during this crisis. |
https://hminnovations.org/hmi/about |
Prevent Suicide
The Stay Alive app is a suicide prevention resource for the UK, packed full of useful information and tools to help you stay safe in crisis. You can use it if you are having thoughts of suicide or if you are concerned about someone else who may be considering suicide. In addition to the resources, the app includes a safety plan, customisable reasons for living, and a LifeBox. Here you can store photos and memories that are important to you. You can also read the strategies for staying safe or explore the tips on how to stay grounded when youâre feeling overwhelmed. Try the guided-breathing exercises, and support your wellness by creating your own interactive Wellness Plan. The app links you directly to local and national crisis resources, so you wonât need to carry around slips of paper with contact details on â itâs all stored there within the app. If the resource isnât listed, simply add in your own. |
https://www.prevent-suicide.org.uk/find-help-now/stay-alive-app/ |
BBC Mental Health Toolkit
We know we canât solve all your troubles, but we can give you tools to help. Whether it is everyday tips, sounds to relax your mind, strategies to cope with parenting right now or films to get you talking, we are here to help you look after yourself and your loved ones. |
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/YfRzhXDKSZQxFVn30TlXBj/your-mental-health-toolkit |
Rehab 4 Addiction
Rehab 4 Addiction was founded to assist those affected by substance misuse and their loved ones. We offer a range of services, and help signpost you to the most effective treatments. This includes alcohol rehab, drug rehab, detox services, intervention, aftercare and outpatient counselling. Our helpline advisors are committed to helping you in your quest to locate effective treatments for addiction. |
https://www.rehab4addiction.co.uk |
Rehab Recovery
Rehab Recovery offers drug and alcohol rehab treatment across the UK. |
https://www.rehab-recovery.co.uk/ |
There are a number of apps that can also help you combat mental health and anxiety issues:
App | Further Information |
Smiling Mind |
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Breathe | Daily check in and recommended activities, e.g. guided meditation
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Insight Timer |
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Headspace |
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Calm |
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Happify |
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BelievePerform |
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Dealing With Grief:
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Help Guide
HelpGuide is a nonprofit mental health and wellness website. Our mission is to provide empowering, evidence-based information that you can use to help yourself and your loved ones. |
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/coping-with-grief-and-loss.htm |
NHS | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/coping-with-bereavement/ |
Cruse Bereavement Care
Cruse Bereavement Care was founded in 1959 in Richmond upon Thames and is the leading national charity for bereaved people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. |
https://www.cruse.org.uk/get-help/about-grief |
Winston’s Wish
Winstonâs Wish supports bereaved children, young people, their families, and the professionals who support them. |
https://www.winstonswish.org/ |
NEKODA SMYTHE-DAVIS:
âITâS IMPORTANT TO WORK ON YOUR MENTAL RESILIENCEâ
Nekoda Smythe-Davis recently caught up with SportsAid about how she is using her time away from the mat to reflect and have honest conversations as she plots her path towards the Tokyo Olympics next summer.