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Most men who die by suicide had sought help, Suffolk Mind reveals

Eight out of ten men who die by suicide had previously contacted mental health services, Suffolk Mind's Head of Mental Health Education has revealed. The statistic challenges the common belief that men don't seek help for mental health issues.

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One in 20 Ipswich residents accessed NHS mental health services last year

New NHS figures show that more than 9,090 Ipswich residents used mental health services in the year to March. However, local mental health leaders say these numbers only tell part of the story.

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Job worries disturb sleep for 1 in 3 Suffolk workers, study finds

New research reveals 37% of Suffolk workers struggle to sleep due to job concerns, highlighting an opportunity for employers to boost workplace wellbeing on World Mental Health Day.

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Colourful charity run raises thousands for mental health

Nearly 500 runners participated in Suffolk Mind's first-ever Colour Rush event, raising more than £12,000 for mental health support in the county.

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New nature initiative helps people with borderline personality disorder

A new programme is helping people in Suffolk with borderline personality disorder connect with nature and improve their wellbeing.

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Fundraisers raise over £34,000 for Suffolk Mind in daring weekend challenge

More than 75 brave participants took on skydiving and half marathon challenges to support local mental health charity Suffolk Mind, raising an impressive £34,375 over a single weekend.

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World Suicide Prevention Day: Local businesswoman and mental health advocate shares her experiences as suicides in Ipswich double

As the world recognises World Suicide Prevention Day, data shows that suicides in Ipswich doubled last year, as England and Wales recorded their highest suicide rate in over two decades.

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Ipswich businessman's bad shirts raise £2,000 for Suffolk Mind

An Ipswich entrepreneur has turned flamboyant fashion into a force for good, raising thousands for a local mental health charity through his quirky clothing brand.

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Suffolk depression diagnoses reach highest level since records began

More Suffolk residents are living with depression compared to pre-pandemic levels, new figures reveal. Over 91,000 adults in the county were diagnosed with the condition last year.

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Suffolk author's space turtle tale inspires young readers

A children's book by Suffolk-based author and Suffolk Mind trustee Katerina Budinova is captivating young readers globally while supporting local mental health initiatives.

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Most Suffolk workers struggling to get enough sleep, survey finds

Over 80% of full-time workers in Suffolk aren't getting enough sleep, according to a new survey by local mental health charity Suffolk Mind.