young people in the UK live with or care for a parent with a mental illness
Our Time helps young people dealing with parental mental illness. We make sure they get the support they need and have their voices heard.
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What is mental illness? Why does it happen? What can you do to stay well? This animation explains in simple terms to under-11s what mental illness is.
What young people say about having a parent with a mental illness
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– Joel
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In conversation with Prof. Sir Michael Marmot
Ahead of the joint conference with the RSM and ACAMH this December, Professor Sir Michael Marmot speaks to us about the impact of parental mental illness and ACEs.
Our Time joins over 140 organisations in an open letter to political parties
We are joining 140+ organisations in a call to all political parties to put children and young people at the heart of this General Election.
ACAMH one-day workshop for professionals who work with young people
We recently held a one day workshop at ACAMH. Find out more about the content of the day.Having a parent with a mental illness does not mean you are destined to have a mental illness yourself
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Our Time helps young people and families living with a parent who has a mental illness through family workshops, training for professionals and advocacy
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