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Eating Disorders An eating disorder is a mental health disorder where you use food and weight to cope with emotional distress. People of all ages, genders and backgrounds can develop an eating disorder, although teenagers and young women are at higher risk. With treatment, you can recover from an eating disorder. If you are going through an eating disorder, it is important to have the right assessment and treatment as early as possible to help you deal with your physical, nutritional and mental health needs. If you're struggling with an eating disorder you're not alone. There is support there and you can get through it. Recovery is the best option, it can be a long and hard road but you can get through it. You are so much stronger than you even know. "What are the types of eating disorders?" Anorexia Nervosa Anorexia (or anorexia nervosa) is a serious mental illness where people are of low weight due to limiting how much they eat and drink. They may develop “rules” around what they feel they can and cannot eat, as well as things like when and where they’ll eat. Anorexia can affect anyone of any age, gender, ethnicity or background. As well as limiting how much they eat, they may do lots of exercise, make themselves sick, or misuse laxatives to get rid of food eaten. Some people with anorexia may experience cycles of bingeing (eating large amounts of food at once) and then purging. Read more Bulimia (or bulimia nervosa) is a serious mental illness. It can affect anyone of any age, gender, ethnicity or background. People with bulimia are caught in a cycle of eating large quantities of food (called bingeing), and then trying to compensate for that overeating by vomiting, taking laxatives or diuretics, fasting, or exercising excessively (called purging). Treatment at the earliest possible opportunity gives the best chance for a fast and sustained recovery from bulimia. Read more Bulimia OSFED Anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder are diagnosed using a list of expected behavioural, psychological, and physical symptoms. Sometimes a person’s symptoms don’t exactly fit the expected symptoms for any of these three specific eating disorders. In that case, they might be diagnosed with an “other specified feeding or eating disorder” (OSFED). This is very common. OSFED accounts for the highest percentage of eating disorders, and anyone of any age, gender, ethnicity or background can experience it. It is every bit as serious as anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating disorder, and can develop from or into another diagnosis. People suffering from OSFED need and deserve treatment just as much as anyone else with an eating disorder. Read more Rumination disorder Rumination disorder is an illness that involves repetitive, habitual bringing up of food that might be partly digested. It often occurs effortlessly and painlessly, and is not associated with nausea or disgust. Rumination disorder can affect anyone at any age. Vomiting in rumination disorder is different to the kind of sickness you might get with a stomach bug, for example – the person won’t appear to feel sick or experience involuntary retching. The person may re-chew and re-swallow the food or just spit it out. People with rumination disorder often do not feel in control of their disorder. Read more ARFID Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder, more commonly known as ARFID, is a condition characterised by the person avoiding certain foods or types of food, having restricted intake in terms of overall amount eaten, or both. Someone might be avoiding and/or restricting their intake for a number of different reasons. Read more Binge eating disorder Binge eating disorder (BED) is a serious mental illness where people eat very large quantities of food without feeling like they’re in control of what they’re doing. It can affect anyone of any age, gender, ethnicity or background, and evidence suggests it is more common than other eating disorders. Read more Orthorexia refers to an unhealthy obsession with eating “pure” food. Food considered “pure” or “impure” can vary from person to person. This doesn’t mean that anyone who subscribes to a healthy eating plan or diet is suffering from orthorexia. As with other eating disorders, the eating behaviour involved – “healthy” or “clean” eating in this case – is used to cope with negative thoughts and feelings, or to feel in control. Someone using food in this way might feel extremely anxious or guilty if they eat food they feel is unhealthy Orthorexia Read more PICA Pica is a feeding disorder in which someone eats non-food substances that have no nutritional value, such as paper, soap, paint, chalk, or ice. For a diagnosis of pica, the behaviour must be present for at least one month, not part of a cultural practice, and developmentally inappropriate – generally, it’s not diagnosed in children under the age of two, as it is common for babies to “mouth” objects, which can lead to them accidentally eating substances that aren’t meant to be eaten. Often, pica is not revealed until medical consequences occur, such as metal toxicity, cracked teeth, or infections Read more Anyone of any age, gender, background etc can suffer from an eating disorder. You don't need to be underweight to have an eating disorder. Your thoughts and feelings are valid and its important to get help. A person can develop an eating disorder for any number of reasons, and there is usually an accumulation of ‘risk factors’ which are identified as the person progresses through treatment. It is not always the case that something significantly traumatic has happened in a person’s life that has caused the eating disorder, although sometimes this can be the case. More often than not, there are many factors that for some reason interact in a particular way for that particular person, triggering them to engage in disordered eating behaviours, which in turn triggers their thinking to become distorted and results in the person becoming increasingly ‘imprisoned’ by the eating disorder. - Bodywhys BEAT Eating disorders can take up someone's life and they might feel horrible about themselves. Try to be patient if you know someone who is struggling and listen. Beateatingdisorder UK is a brilliant charity in the UK and they have a lot of information and resources. Body whys Ireland is also a great Charity for eating disorders in Ireland. Bodywhys If you or someone else is in crisis or having a medical emergency, go to your nearest hospital or call your countrys emergency number. 999, 911, 112,000 Resources and helplines

Kontakt meg Irland thehopeproject2021@gmail.com The Hope Project is here to provide support to those struggling with mental health issues. We are available to listen to anyone. For those who want to vent, talk about anything, write about their day or anything else, they can message us and we'll be there to listen. We understand how hard it can be to talk about mental health issues, and we are here for you. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Navn E-post Emne Beskjed Sende inn

If you are struggling with grief you are not alone. Grief and coping with loss Losing someone you love can be one of the hardest things to deal with. Especially if you were close to that person. "Grief is a natural response to loss. It’s the emotional suffering you feel when something or someone you love is taken away. Often, the pain of loss can feel overwhelming. You may experience all kinds of difficult and unexpected emotions, from shock or anger to disbelief, guilt, and profound sadness. The pain of grief can also disrupt your physical health, making it difficult to sleep, eat, or even think straight. These are normal reactions to loss—and the more significant the loss, the more intense your grief will be." Grieving process There is no right or wrong way to grieve; it is a very personal process. How you grieve is determined by a wide range of things, such as your personality and coping mechanisms, your life experience, your religious beliefs, and the importance of the loss to you. The grieving process inevitably requires time. There is no "normal" timeframe for grieving; healing develops gradually and cannot be hastened or coerced. In weeks or months, some people start to feel better. For some it may take years. Whatever your level of pain, it's crucial to be kind to yourself and let things take their course. If you’ve experienced a loss, there are a number of things that will help you as you grieve: be gentle with yourself. Your energy may be low for a while so do not place too many demands on yourself. look after your physical health. You may find you’ve lost your appetite. However, it’s important that you eat healthily. Many people find eating small but frequent meals helpful. It’s also important to try to get some exercise; even a small walk each day can be beneficial. make sure you get enough rest and sleep. This will help you avoid becoming run down or physically ill. seek out support from others who are willing to listen. Talking is important because it helps you express what you’re feeling. Try to find one or two people with whom you can simply be yourself and who’ll allow you to talk when you need to. allow yourself to experience the feelings that come with bereavement, even if they’re difficult. It can be helpful to talk these over with someone you trust. This could be a family member, although it’s important to remember they are grieving too. Sometimes, talking to someone outside the family can be beneficial. don’t rush things. You’re trying to come to terms with a major upheaval in your life. Give yourself permission to take things a bit easier. In general, it’s best to put off making major decisions such as moving home or changing jobs for at least six months to a year. Physical and emotional symptoms of grief These are some of the physical symptoms of grief that you may experience: a hollow feeling in your stomach tightness, or heaviness, in your chest or throat oversensitivity to noise difficulty breathing feeling very tired and weak a lack of energy dry mouth an increase or decrease in appetite finding it hard to sleep or fear of sleeping aches and pains. Normal emotional reactions can include: Temporary loss of interest in things that used to bring joy Numbness, shock, sadness, despair, fear, guilt Decreased confidence and self-esteem Temporary increase in anxiety Sense of loss of control Changes in capacity and ability to deal with stress Less focus at work Changes in interpersonal relationships If your sadness, anxiety or depression persist for a period of time without relief, or if you experience significant impacts to your ability to function in the world, you may need to seek professional help. Things to be on the lookout for include: Inability to get out of bed Deep sense of hopelessness all the time Listlessness that does not go away Complete lack of joy in things that used to bring you great joy Suicidal thoughts Self-isolation Sleep disruption that does not get better over time Inability to work Ways to cope Coping with loss is something that's very hard to do. Its okay to be upset, shocked or many other things you may be feeling. Its okay to let yourself grieve, be patient with yourself. Talking to a professional about how you're feeling and getting tips off them can help greatly. Remember you're never alone and there's always someone there to listen 24/7. Resources Information on this page is from https://hospicefoundation.ie/i-need-help/i-am-bereaved/coping-with-loss/ https://www.betterup.com/blog/symptoms-of-grief https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/coping-with-grief-and-loss.htm

We provide information and resources for mental health and suicide. You can also message us on the online chat. You're never alone, we are here for you. Charlotte Mac Hei, mitt navn er Charlotte Mac og jeg er 16 fra Tipperary, Irland. Jeg laget denne nettsiden fordi jeg har slitt med min mentale helse i mange år og I vet hvordan det føles å være alene og hvordan det er når psykisk sykdom tar opp hele livet ditt. Jeg ønsker å gjøre en forskjell og hjelpe mennesker. Denne nettsiden er et trygt sted for alle. Det er grupper og informasjon om ressurser og tjenester for psykisk helse og hvis du eller noen du kjenner sliter finnes det informasjon for det også. Du kan også kontakte meg på e-post eller knappen "LETS CHAT". Du kan være deg selv her og du er så sterk og modig. -Elsker Charlotte xx

If you suffer with anxiety and panic attacks, you,re not alone. There is techniques that can help you cope better and be more in control and also there is instructions on how to help someone having a panic attack. Panic Attacks A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical reactions when there is no real danger or apparent cause. Panic attacks can be very frightening. When panic attacks occur, you might think you're losing control, having a heart attack or even dying. While they are frightening they are not dangerous. There are things you can to to feel calmer and more in control. Puster Hvis du puster raskt under et panikkanfall, kan å gjøre en pusteøvelse lette de andre symptomene dine. Prøv dette: Pust inn så sakte, dypt og forsiktig du kan, gjennom nesen. Pust sakte, dypt og forsiktig ut gjennom munnen. Noen mennesker synes det er nyttig å telle jevnt fra én til fem på hvert inn- og utpust. Lukk øynene og fokuser på pusten. 5,4,3,2,1 teknikk Hvis du har et panikkanfall, kan jordingsteknikken 5,4,3,2,1 være veldig nyttig. Slik er det: Nevn 5 ting du kan se, Nevn 4 ting du kan føle, Nevn 3 ting du kan høre, Nevn 2 ting du kan lukte, Nevn 1 ting du kan smake. Denne teknikken er for å jorde deg og hjelpe deg med å fokusere. Det vi prøver å gjøre er å jorde deg og få deg til å føle deg mer i kontroll for å takle bedre. Noen ganger kan det virkelig hjelpe å ha noe i hendene mens du gjør disse teknikkene. For eksempel å holde isbiter eller leke med en fidget-leke. Det er også noen apper du kan laste ned som kan hjelpe deg å roe deg ned. Rootd Breathwrk Klar frykt Headspace Daylio journal Woebot Noen mennesker liker å gjøre aktiviteter for å fokusere tankene på noe annet. For eksempel: Tegning Fargelegging Ripper papir Se en film Lytt til musikk veldig høyt Går en tur Leker/tilbringer tid med et kjæledyr. Ringer en venn Det kan være hva som helst, hvis det hjelper deg er det det som betyr noe. Å lage en liten plan for hva du kan gjøre når du kjenner at et panikkanfall kommer eller når du har et kan være nyttig. En liten liste over ting du kan gjøre i det øyeblikket kan hjelpe deg. Hjelpe noen som har et panikkanfall. Det kan være skummelt når noen du kjenner får et panikkanfall, men det er noen enkle ting du kan gjøre for å hjelpe dem: Hold deg rolig , hold stemmen din rolig og ikke snakk om eller fokuser på hva som skjer med dem under et panikkanfall. Minn dem på at de er trygge og at det snart er over. Spør dem om de trenger noe . Noen som har et panikkanfall er kanskje ikke alltid i stand til å fortelle deg hva de trenger, men å spørre kan hjelpe å minne dem om at de ikke er alene. Hjelp dem å puste. Prøv å telle høyt mens du puster inn i 5 sekunder og ut i 5 sekunder. Støtt etterpå, ta dem med et rolig sted for å roe seg ned og få dem litt vann hvis de trenger det.

Ansvarsfraskrivelse Hvis du trenger mer informasjon eller har spørsmål om nettstedets ansvarsfraskrivelse, kan du gjerne kontakte oss på e-post på Thehopeproject2021@gmail.com . Vår ansvarsfraskrivelse ble generert ved hjelp av the Ansvarsfraskrivelse Generator . Ansvarsfraskrivelser for The Hope project All informasjon på denne nettsiden - https://thehopeproject2021.wixsite.com/thehopeproject2022 - er publisert i god tro og kun til generell informasjon. Hope-prosjektet gir ingen garantier om fullstendigheten, påliteligheten og nøyaktigheten til denne informasjonen. Enhver handling du tar med informasjonen du finner på denne nettsiden (The Hope-prosjektet ), er strengt tatt på egen risiko. Hope-prosjektet vil ikke holdes ansvarlig for eventuelle tap og/eller skader i forbindelse med bruk av nettsiden vår. Fra nettstedet vårt kan du besøke andre nettsteder ved å følge hyperlenker til slike eksterne nettsteder. Selv om vi bestreber oss på kun å tilby kvalitetslenker til nyttige og etiske nettsteder, har vi ingen kontroll over innholdet og arten til disse nettstedene. Disse koblingene til andre nettsteder innebærer ikke en anbefaling for alt innholdet som finnes på disse nettstedene. Nettstedseiere og innhold kan endres uten varsel og kan forekomme før vi har mulighet til å fjerne en lenke som kan ha blitt "dårlig". Vær også oppmerksom på at når du forlater nettstedet vårt, kan andre nettsteder ha andre personvernregler og vilkår som er utenfor vår kontroll. Sørg for å sjekke personvernreglene for disse sidene samt deres "vilkår for bruk" før du engasjerer deg i noen virksomhet eller laster opp informasjon. Kommentar fra skaperen. Denne nettsiden er KUN til informasjon. Det er støttegrupper, men de overvåkes kontinuerlig. Hvis du er i krise eller trenger legehjelp, kontakt din fastlege, lokale legevakt eller 999. Jeg er ikke lisensiert eller kvalifisert til å gi psykisk helsestøtte i en krise eller nødsituasjon. Jeg er her for å lede folk til den beste tjenesten for dem, for informasjon eller spørsmål noen måtte ha. Samtykke Ved å bruke nettstedet vårt samtykker du herved til vår ansvarsfraskrivelse og godtar vilkårene. Oppdater Skulle vi oppdatere, endre eller gjøre endringer i dette dokumentet, vil disse endringene bli lagt ut tydelig her. Ta kontakt

Depression is more than just an unhappy feeling..... Depression Depression is more than an unhappy feeling for feeling fed up for a few days its much more than that. Everyone can feel sad from time to time but depression is constant and doesn't go away easily and someone might not know why they are depressed. Its not a sign of weakness or something you can just snap out of. Psychological Symptoms Losing interest or pleasure in Hobbies. Continuous low mood, emptiness or sadness. Feeling hopeless and helpless. Having low self-esteem. Feeling worthless or guilty. Feeling irritable and intolerant of others. Having no motivation or interest in things. Struggling to find purpose in life Feeling anxious or worried. Having thoughts or behaviours surrounding suicide or self-harm. Difficulty concentrating or making decisions. Talk with someone you trust - Teacher, Family member, Counsellor, Friend, Helpline. Write about how you are feeling. [Journal, Writing on a piece of paper then destroying it]. Meditation Play an instrument Read a book. Learn something new. Set small goals for yourself such as brushing your teeth, putting dirty dishes in the dish washer, brushing your hair, having a shower, hanging out with friends, make your bed - whatever goal you accomplish is a step forward no matter how big or small. Exercise. Coping strategies Physical Symptoms Changes in appetite or weight Sleep disturbances Fatigue or loss of energy Headaches Digestive issues Chronic pain Causes Bereavement Divorce Illness Redundancy - Job or money worries The experience of loss Stressful events Personality Family history/genetics Giving birth Loneliness Alcohol and drugs Illness Read More Treatment Therapies - CBT, EMDR, Art Therapy, Music therapy, Talking therapy, Behavioural Therapy. Antidepressants. Going to hospital. Talk to your doctor to find the best treatment option for you. Read More Support Its okay to reach out for support, its the bravest thing you can do. You're not alone, there's lots of services there to help. Ireland Aware Ireland My Mind Turn2me Jigsaw Childline Barnardos Alone Online support Phone support Samaritans - Call 116123 Pieta house - Call 1800 247 247, Text HELP to 51444 Crisis text line - Text HELLO to 50808 View More UK Hub Of Hope Depression UK Kooth Childline UK The MIX NHS Online support Phone support Samaritans - Call 116123 SHOUT - Text SHOUT to 85258 SANEline - Call 0300 304 7000 Papyrus - 0800 068 4141 Call 111 or 999 in an Emergency View More USA Mental health America Warmline Online support Phone support Call or text 988 For other countries go to our resources and helplines page Resources

About the Hope project T heHopeProject.ie is a mental health resource website created by Charlotte McDonnell, a teenager from Tipperary, Ireland. The website offers support and information for those struggling with mental health issues in Ireland, with an emphasis on providing hope and encouragement. The website features articles on a range of mental health topics, incl uding depression, anxiety, and suicide prevention. These articles aim to provide information and practical advice on managing mental health issues. The website also offers a directory of mental health support services available in Ireland, including phone and online support services. The website's message of hope and encouragement can be especially beneficial for young people who may be experiencing mental health challenges for the first time. Overall, TheHopeProject.ie is a valuable resource for those seeking support and guidance on mental health issues in Ireland. The website's emphasis on hope and the availability of resources and information can be a lifeline for anyone struggling with their mental health. In 2020 the Hope project was created on Instagram. It started off as just sharing quotes, helpline numbers for Ireland and spreading awareness on mental health and suicide. I came up with the idea due to my own struggles with mental health and the system in Ireland. I wanted people to know they aren't alone and there's support there . In January 2022 I created the hope project website, I was still struggling with my mental health but I wanted a reason to keep going so I really pushed myself and made the hope project bigger and better. I got in contact with TDs, HSE and many other people to tell them a change needs to be made to the mental health system in Ireland as the current system is not working and adolescents are being left alone when they need these services. The website was created with the idea to have a safe place online for people worldwide to go to when they may be struggling. The project then went onto TikTok. From TikTok the hope project gained a bigger following. In the summer of 2022 I opened a shop to sell items to raise money for suicide prevention posters, website upgrades, future events etc. The Hope project hoodie was the first item to be created. The idea of it was that if someone was wearing the hoodie and other people who may be struggling saw it, they may think that it does get better and take it as a sign to keep going. The hope project now runs itself, I do update the website once or twice a month and I'm always posting on the Instagram and TikTok. I couldn't have created the project without the support from my friends, family and especially the followers of the hope project. I hope to help many more people in the future with the hope project and the message will always stay the same. - HOPE - Hold On, Pain Ends. You will get through every hard day. The pain you may be feeling now wont last forever. Stay strong. I'm proud of you all. - Charlotte Mac

If you or someone you know is in an abusive situation you're not alone. There is help available. Abuse and getting help If you or some you know is experiencing abuse or has in the past there is help available. You're not alone. Domestic abuse Domestic abuse and coercive control is a persistent and deliberate pattern of behaviour by an abuser over a prolonged period of time designed to achieve obedience and create fear. It may include coercion, threats, stalking, intimidation, isolation, degradation and control. It may also include physical and/or sexual violence. Domestic abuse and coercive control are all about making a persons world smaller – trapping them, restricting them independence and freedom. A controlling partner may shut out their friends and family, control their movements, micro-manage what she eats or wears, restrict their access to money – all the time chipping away at their confidence and destroying their self-respect. It is not their imagination. It is not their fault. It is not acceptable. Les mer Getting help If you’re trying to decide whether to stay or leave, you may be feeling confused, uncertain, frightened, and torn. Maybe you’re still hoping that your situation will change or you’re afraid of how your partner will react if he discovers that you’re trying to leave. One moment, you may desperately want to get away, and the next, you may want to hang on to the relationship. Maybe you even blame yourself for the abuse or feel weak and embarrassed because you’ve stuck around in spite of it. Don’t be trapped by confusion, guilt, or self-blame. The only thing that matters is your safety. If you are being abused, remember: You are not to blame for being battered or mistreated. You are not the cause of your partner’s abusive behavior. You deserve to be treated with respect. You deserve a safe and happy life. Your children deserve a safe and happy life. You are not alone. There are people waiting to help. There are supports available to help keep you safe. Your GP can help by referring you to appropriate supports and services in your local area. If you are in immediate danger, contact the Gardaí or call 999. You can also contact the Women’s Aid national helpline on 1800 341 900. Your local Citizens Information Centre can give you advice on your rights. They will also tell you about the supports and services available in your local area. Sexual assault or rape If you need to talk to someone in confidence about sexual assault or rape, the Rape Crisis Centre (1800 77 88 88 ) can help. Domestic violence Women’s Aid can help you if you are experiencing domestic violence. They give advice on how you can help yourself and others. You can also contact them 24 hours-a-day on 1800 341 900 . Men's Aid Ireland is a service for men who are experiencing domestic violence. You can call them on 01 554 3811 or email hello@mensaid.ie . Child Abuse Child abuse can be categorised into four different types: neglect, emotional abuse, physical abuse and sexual abuse. A child may be subjected to one or more forms of abuse at any given time. Abuse and neglect can occur within the family, in the community or in an institutional setting. The abuser may be someone known to the child or a stranger, and can be an adult, or another child. In a situation where abuse is alleged to have been carried out by another child, you should consider it a child welfare and protection issue for both children and you should follow child protection procedures for both the victim and the alleged abuser. The important factor in deciding whether the behaviour is abuse or neglect is the impact of that behaviour on the child rather than the intention of the parent/carer. Signs of Child Abuse Child abuse can be categorised into four different types: neglect, emotional abuse, physical abuse and sexual abuse. A child may be subjected to one or more forms of abuse at any given time. Abuse and neglect can occur within the family, in the community or in an institutional setting. The abuser may be someone known to the child or a stranger, and can be an adult, or another child. In a situation where abuse is alleged to have been carried out by another child, you should consider it a child welfare and protection issue for both children and you should follow child protection procedures for both the victim and the alleged abuser. The important factor in deciding whether the behaviour is abuse or neglect is the impact of that behaviour on the child rather than the intention of the parent/carer. Få hjelp til barnemishandling Barn og unge Childline er en konfidensiell støttetjeneste for barn og unge. De tar imot telefoner om en lang rekke problemer, inkludert overgrep. Du kan kontakte dem 24 timer i døgnet på 1800 66 66 66 . Du kan også sende tekstmeldinger 'Snakk' til 50101 . Du kan også kontakte tusla https://www.tusla.ie/services/child-protection-welfare/definitions-of-child-abuse/ Resources in different countries Harassment It can take many forms such as: rude gestures touching following or watching damage to property and/or vehicles name calling and/or taunting phone calls and voicemails notes and/or letters emails and/or text messages rubbish being thrown on your property loud noise or music from neighbours Tweets, Facebook comments, YouTube videos; and other online posts If you are a victim of harassment you may feel: That nobody is taking it seriously, and that something terrible will have to happen before you are really believed That you have no option but to move out of your neighbourhood or leave your workplace Afraid to answer your phone or look at your text messages Afraid to go away from your home in case damage is done while you are away Anxious any time you leave your home Worried about the effects on your children Afraid that if you report each incident the Police will think you are a nuisance or will not believe you Concerned that if you report the harassment, the situation may get worse. Harassment is an unwanted pattern of behaviour that can leave you feeling intimidated, scared , irritert og/eller ydmyket. Les mer Hold en skriftlig oversikt over hver hendelse. Skriv ned tid og sted for hendelsen, med så mange detaljer som mulig, og noter ned enhver person som så hva som skjedde og som kan være vitne i ethvert tilfelle. straffesak. Rapporter forbrytelsen til Gardaí. Trakassering er en forbrytelse. Det er viktig at du rapporterer det og at du gir en uttalelse til Gardaí om hva som skjer. Hver hendelse bør rapporteres til Gardaí. Hvis en hendelse er serious, bør den rapporteres umiddelbart til Gardaí. Vurder mekling. Spesielt hvis det er trakassering i nabolaget ditt, kan denne ikke-konfronterende tilnærmingen gi det beste resultatet for deg. Mekling er en konfidensiell tjeneste som tilbyr en alternativ metode for parter som er involvert i en tvist for å løse sine problemer og oppnå en avtale som er akseptabel for begge sider. Imidlertid er mekling ikke alltid mulig or advisable i noen situasjoner. Hvis du tror mekling kan være et alternativ for din situasjon, vennligst kontakt Crime Victims Helpline for mer informasjon. Ta vare på alle tekster, taleposter, e-poster eller skjermbilder av kommentarer på sosiale medier, da de vil være nyttige i enhver etterforskning som kan finne sted. Ta kontakt med leverandøren av telefontjenester for råd hvis trakassering skjer via telefon. Hver leverandør har en policy for å håndtere problemet. Det kan være mulig å blokkere uønsket innkommende kommunikasjon. Hvis trakasseringen er via sosiale medier, kan du rapportere det til den aktuelle sosiale medieorganisasjonen. Det er mulig å blokkere en person fra å ta kontakt med deg på de fleste sosiale medier. Vurder å installere en kameraenhet på eiendommen din for å bevise trakassering, og som en avskrekkende. Lavpriskameraer er nå tilgjengelige. Unngå å bli trukket inn i en tvist. Ikke rop tilbake eller gjengjeld. Hvis du gjør det, er det mindre sannsynlig at en sak vil føre frem mot den som plager deg. Hvis trakasseringen skjer i et offentlig boligområde, sørg for at du melder fra til fylkes- eller bystyret. Hvis trakasseringen finner sted in your workplace_cc781905-5cde-35c1905-5cde-3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_workplace_cc781905-5cde-35c-1905-your workplace_cc781905-5cde-31934-bb. Snakk om følelsene dine med noen du kan stole på – et familiemedlem, en venn, en kollega. Å gå gjennom denne opplevelsen er veldig vanskelig, og det er viktig å ha support. Spør om sikkerhetstiltak som kan tas for å forhindre trakassering. Du kan søke råd fra a Garda kriminalitetsforebyggende offiser._cc781905-51905-5cde-badrcd3, lokale stasjon. For mer informasjon om hva du kan gjøre, eller hvis du ønsker å diskutere din erfaring som et offer for trakassering, kan du kontakte Crime Victims Helpline gratis på 116 006. 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Having suicidal thoughts can be frightening but remeber you are not alone, with the right support you will get through this. The hope project is here for you. Suicidal Thoughts If you are having thoughts of suicide you're not alone. They can be scary and they can give you many other unwanted feelings and thoughts. Remember you don't have to act on these thoughts. You are so loved and worth so much. What are suicidal thoughts? Feeling suicidal can range from thinking about dying to planning how to do it. It might make you feel scared or overwhelmed, but it's important to know you're not alone. Many people go through these thoughts at some point in their lives. People experience suicidal feelings differently. You might feel overwhelmed by tough emotions, feeling like you can't handle them. It might not be so much about wanting to die, but feeling like you can't keep living the way you are. These feelings can grow gradually or fluctuate from one moment to the next. It's normal to feel confused about why you're feeling this way. These thoughts aren't permanent, You will feel okay again, with the right support . When you're in the grip of suicidal feelings, it can be really tough. It might seem like there's no way out, like acting on those feelings is the only option, or that nothing can make the pain go away. But remember, those feelings, though intense, can pass. In this moment, there are things you can try. Even if it feels like nothing will make a difference, give these strategies a chance. You might feel differently once you've given them a shot. Instead of fixating on the future, focus on getting through this moment or day. You've likely experienced similar feelings before, and they've eventually faded. Remind yourself that this pain is temporary; it will likely ease with time. Try changing your immediate thoughts by doing something different or shifting your focus. It doesn't have to be a big change—small steps can help. Don’t make a decision today You don’t need to act on your thoughts right now. You can try to focus on just getting through now, or today, and not the rest of your life. You may have had these thoughts before, but you feel less able to cope today. You might find that you are more able to cope in a few days. Other ways to cope Talk to someone about how you are feeling - This could be a Family Member, Teacher, Friend, Counsellor or a Hotline. If you are finding it hard to talk about what you’re going through, you can try starting with: “Lately, I’ve been feeling…” “I think it started when…” “I’ve been feeling this for a while…” or “I’m thinking about…” Write about your feelings, Writing down how you are feeling can really help. Writing in a journal or on a piece of paper and then destroying that paper can give you a sense of relief. Take things a little at a time. Set out to get through the next day, the next week or month, perhaps the next hour or even less. Tell yourself: "I've got through so far, I can get through the next hour". Coping with these thoughts What you May think or feel hopeless, like there is no point in living tearful and overwhelmed by negative thoughts unbearable pain that you can't imagine ending useless, not wanted or not needed by others desperate, as if you have no other choice like everyone would be better off without you cut off from your body or physically numb fascinated by death. What you may experience poor sleep, including waking up earlier than you want to a change in appetite, weight gain or loss no desire to take care of yourself, for example neglecting your physical appearance wanting to avoid others making a will or giving away possessions struggling to communicate self-loathing and low self-esteem urges to self-harm . Mind.org Distractions Do something else, and focus your attention fully on what you're doing, e.g. • Gardening Household chores Physical exercise - walk, run, cycle, dance. Tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique) Reading - magazine, self help book Television Seek out a supportive discussion forum on the internet • Learn something new on the internet • Go to the park, the beach - pay attention to nature. Visit someone Music Play with a pet. DIY Feed the birds Sudoku or crossword Do something creative: painting, writing, knitting, play a musical instrument, make a collage, bake a cake, cook a meal, arrange some flowers, make a website or blog. Safety Plan Having a safety plan while in a moment of crisis can be extremely helpful. You can make your own on websites and apps such as: Canva Word Phonto Or you can download some online. Samaritans Getselfhelp SpunOut.ie Everylifematters Resources and helplines Ireland Samaritans - Call 116123 or email Jo@samaritans.ie . Pieta House - Call 1800 247 247 or Text HELP to 51444 Text about it - Text HELLO to 50808 Childline - For people up to the age of 18 Freephone 1800 66 66 66 Text 50101 Live chat at www.childline.ie Go to your GP if you are struggling. In an emergency go to your local hospital or call 999 and ask for Ambulance or Gardi For other Countries please go to our resources and helplines page. Resources If you think that its the end remember your life is just beginning. UK Samaritans - Call 116123 Email jo@samaritans.org Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) Call 0800 58 58 58 – 5pm to midnight every day Visit the webchat page Papyrus – prevention of young suicide HOPELINE247 Call 0800 068 41 41 Text 07860 039967 Email pat@papyrus-uk.org Childline – for children and young people under 19 Call 0800 1111 SOS Silence of Suicide – for everyone Call 0300 1020 505 – 4pm to midnight every day Email support@sossilenceofsuicide.org Shout Crisis Text Line – for everyone Text "SHOUT" to 85258 YoungMinds Crisis Messenger – for people under 19 Text "YM" to 85258 Go to your GP if you are struggling. If you or someone you know is in Crisis call 999 and ask for Ambulance or Police, or go to your nearest hospital. You will get through this, You are not alone.

Information of self harm along with distraction techniques and how to cope. Self Harm Self harm is when a person causes physical pain to themselves. It can include cutting, biting, scratching, burning and many other ways. There can be many reasons that a person self harms for example they could be getting bullied, experiencing a loss, discrimination, stress, disability's etc. People can self harm as a release and its a way they cope with overwhelming emotional pain. It is a difficult issue to start talking about and not a lot of people understand why someone may self harm. Types of self-harm There are many different ways people can intentionally harm themselves, such as: cutting or burning their skin punching or hitting themselves poisoning themselves with tablets or toxic chemicals misusing alcohol or drugs deliberately starving themselves (anorexia nervosa) or binge eating (bulimia nervosa) excessively exercising People often try to keep self-harm a secret because of shame or fear of it being seen. They may cover up their skin and avoid discussing the problem. It's often up to close family and friends to notice when somebody is self-harming. They should approach the subject with care and understanding. It can also include behaviours that have some level of suicide intent, such as overdoses. How to support someone who self harms. Stay calm, you may feel angry or confused as to why someone you care about would self harm, but acting with anger can shut the conversation down and make that person feel worse and more alone. Self harm is a sign of serious emotional distress. you can ask open questions about their feelings. these can be as simple as "how are you feeling". Give them time to openly express their emotions and give them space and time to talk. Show that you care and be non- judgemental. Tell them about support services available and tell them they aren't alone. https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/how-we-can-help/if-youre-having-difficult-time/if-you-want-self-harm/ Be patient because it will take time for them to feel better and they might not understand yet why they feel the way they do. How to help yourself if you self harm You may feel like self harming is your only way to feel better or feel able to cope, but there are other ways. There are services out there made to help. Self harm is not your only option, you could call a helpline or text We do have a page where there are many supports -Resources and Helplines These services have trained professionals who want to help you. You are not alone you will get through this. You can also go to your GP for help. Distractions Paint or draw Keep a journal, writing down your feelings can help. Write a letter about how you are feeling and tear it up. Colour an entire blank page until its filled with colour. Listen to music Sing or play an instrument Call a friend or hotline helplines Play with or walk a pet Exercise Tear a piece of paper into hundreds of pieces Draw on yourself with red marker where you want to self harm Hold ice cubes. they can ground you and you can also add red food colouring Cook or Bake Clean or organise your room. say the alphabet backwards Play with fidget toys There are more distraction techniques on -http://www.selfinjury.bctr.cornell.edu/perch/resources/distraction-techniques-pm-2.pdf There is no shame in asking for help, we all need some from time to time. Talk to a trusted adult like a teacher or parent, you can also talk to your friends. I got some of this information from the different sites already linked but I myself know how hard it is to struggle with self harm so you are not alone. with the right supports and motivation self harm can be something in your past. If you need any more information from The Hope Project ask on the "Lets Chat" button on the website or email Thehopeproject.ie@gmail.com and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise. More information Information for parents

Hope Project News Here you can find all media Interviews, News and events regarding the hope project and so much more. 01/ 03/ 2023 TippFm " We are the forgotten generation when it comes to mental health" "Charlotte is 17 years old from Carrick on Suir. She set up the Hope Project two years ago when she was just 15. The ‘Hope’ part of the group is an abbreviation for ‘Hold on Pain Ends.’ The Project has a community of people from all around the globe. Charlotte was in studio with Fran. Press here to Listen. 14/ 02/ 2023 Irish Examiner "Case study: 'Under-18s are the forgotten generation' Charlotte McDonnell (17) was not surprised at the latest report criticising the Camhs, having faced obstacles during her time with the services in Tipperary." Press here to read full article Photo taken by John D Kelly 03/ 02/ 2023 Tipperary Live " Carrick-on-Suir teenager's HOPE Project campaigns for better mental health services for young people. A Carrick-on-Suir teenager is the founder of an online project promoting mental health awareness and advocating for better mental health services for young people. The Hope Project website was set up by Charlotte McDonnell two years ago when she was 15-years-old Press here to read full article 03/ 11/ 2022 WLRFM "Charlotte Mac is a 17 year-old living in Carrick who joined Damien in studio to discuss her website The Hope Project. She set it up two years ago when she was just 15. The 'Hope' part of the website is an abbreviation for 'Hold On Pain Ends.' The Project has a community of people from all around the globe, including in America and the UK." Press here to listen