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Promoting positive mental health and wellbeing in Shetland. MYH (SCIO) -SC047357 ⭐️

The work of Mind Your Head is underpinned by a number of key aims:
★To raise mental health awareness in Shetland
★To reduce the stigma of mental ill-health
★To promote positive mental health and wellbeing
★To promote mental health support services and training
★To research mental health and associated needs within the community
★To work in partnership with existing organisations to further the aims of the charity

27/10/2026

Good Morning. All of our groups are on as normal.
Please be careful travelling to the groups.

26/10/2026

🌟 What’s On This Week at Mind Your Head 🌟

We’ve got another week of welcoming, family-friendly and community activities taking place across Shetland.

📅 Tuesday 27 October
👶 Wellbeing 1000 (0–2.5 years)
📍 Islesburgh - Room 12, Lerwick
🕙 10.00 am – 12.00 noon

📅 Tuesday 27 October
👶 Wellbeing 1000 (Under 1s)
📍 Islesburgh - Room 12, Lerwick
🕧 12.30 pm – 2.00 pm

📅 Tuesday 27 October
👶 Wellbeing 1000 North
📍 North Mainland Leisure Centre
🕙 10.00 am – 12.00 noon

📅 Saturday 31 October
👨‍👧 Well Dads
📍 Islesburgh - Room 12, Lerwick
🕙 10.00 am – 12.00 noon

All sessions are drop-in, so come along and join us. Everyone is welcome. 💜

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23/10/2026

Don’t forget we loan out SAD lamps for free for two months. If you would like to try one please get in touch.

⏰ Clocks go back this weekend – and as the nights draw in, some of us may start to feel the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

SAD is a type of depression that often begins in autumn and can make you feel low, tired, and less motivated.

🌞 Top tips to boost your mood:
✔ Get outside during daylight hours
✔ Stay active – even a short walk helps
✔ Keep connected with friends and family
✔ Explore self-help resources and support

Find trusted advice and support on NHS inform.
🔎 SEARCH: "NHS inform seasonal affective disorder."

22/10/2026

If you’ve lost someone to su***de, it can help to talk with people who understand.

Our free online support groups are a place for anyone who has lost someone to su***de. Find out more and book online - link in comments. 💚

17/10/2026

Words matter.

It’s time we stop saying “committed su***de.”

Not because we want to police people’s words, but because the words we use shape how we understand someone else’s pain.

For generations, su***de was treated as a crime, a sin, or a moral failure. While our understanding of mental health has evolved, some of our language hasn’t caught up.

When we say someone “committed su***de,” we carry a piece of that history into the present. The word committed is often associated with wrongdoing, and that is not how we should remember someone who lost their life.

They did not commit a crime. They died by su***de.

Su***de is complex, and no person’s life should be reduced to the circumstances of their death. They were someone’s child, sibling, parent, partner, or friend. They had dreams, stories, and people who loved them.

Changing our language won’t erase the grief, but it can help remove the judgment and shame that have surrounded su***de for far too long.

Language matters because people matter. Every life lost deserves dignity, and every conversation deserves compassion.

***deprevention

15/10/2026

We are absolutely delighted to announce that Mind Your Head has been shortlisted for a 2026 Shetland Hero Award!

Our CEO, Anouska Civico, shared her thoughts on the nomination: "We are thrilled to have been shortlisted for Charity of the year, to have been nominated by the Shetland community makes it feel extra special. Any recognition of the good work we are doing as a charity is always well received and it means a lot to all of us at Mind Your Head - staff and volunteers."

Voting is now open, and we would love your support! Please take a moment to vote for us at https://heroawards.scot/shetland/vote.

Thank you for helping us make a difference!

15/10/2026

Sharing for anyone that may need this.

Here at The Compass Centre we stand in solidarity with survivors. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by local news today 💜

14/10/2026

We are so close to a huge milestone! 🚀

We currently have 4,943 followers and we need your help to get to 5,000 and beyond!

Please share our page and help us reach our goal! ✨

13/10/2026

📢 Join us for the Mind Your Head Annual General Meeting!

We are inviting passionate individuals and supporters from our community to join our Annual General Meeting!
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about what our charity does and the vital support we provide in Shetland.

Whether you're looking to join our board of trustees or simply want to hear about our work and future plans, we would love to see you there.

🗓 Date: Tuesday, 27th October
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Conference Room, Market House

Come along, bring a friend, and find out more about the charity or how you can help us support mental health in our community.

13/10/2026

Shocking figures that highlights more needs to be done.

Address

14 Market Street
Lerwick
ZE10JP

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+441595745035

Website

http://www.mindyourhead.org.uk/

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