Stories
By sharing our knowledge and experiences, we can put an end to the myths and assumptions around parental mental illness. If you want to share your own story and help others find out more about parental mental illness, you can submit your blog or your vlog online through the Our Time website.
Can we afford to delay mental health support in schools?
Pupils may not have access to mental health services for a decade. What will happen to the generation who are affected now? Our Time looks at the impact on young people affected by parental mental illness.
Stay mentally well during the festive season
The holiday season can be an exciting and relaxing time for some, but it can also be a stressful and draining for many. If you struggle to get through the holiday season, you’re not alone.
Seasonal advice for parents
The Christmas holiday is a time for families to spend time together but for some families it can also be a difficult time. Dr Alan Cooklin offers advice to help you get through the holiday and enjoy being together.
Ambeya’s Sahara Trek for Our Time 2018
Our Time trustee, Ambeya, trekked the Sahara to raise funds for Our Time. She shared her experience with us.
Response to the Children’s Commissioner Report
Our CEO responds to the Children's Commissioner's report on children living in households with mental health issues, parental substance misuse and domestic abuse.
Parenting groups in KidsTime Workshops
Our Time Trustee Dr Leonard Fagin speaks of his experience at the KidsTime Workshops which help parents with a mental illness support their children.
A father’s story – how Our Time helped my family
My name is Iain Wraith. I am a single father who brought up my twin daughters whilst suffering from bi-polar disorder.
Being Seen and Heard in School
In the last 20 years, I can think of many times when my understanding of what children say they need has been invaluable. Before I discovered Our Time, it was a different story.
How school supported me when my parent had a mental illness
I could tell that my year six teacher had guessed something was going on at home. She didn’t ask outright or probe me. She knew I wouldn’t spill.
Falling through the ‘young carer’ cracks
I read with interest this week, a moving story of a girl who has a mother with schizoaffective disorder and spina bifida. She spent much of her time growing up hiding the fact she was caring for her mother.
