Students involved with raising awareness
A local secondary school is encouraging its students to become more aware of their mental health.
St Ninian’s High School has been running a variety of mental-wellness activities, including a 'Tea and Talk' session, community jigsaws, 'knit and natter' and group talks from a local mental health charity, Reach IOM.
The events are designed to help pupils feel more comfortable talking openly about their mental well-being, whilst raising awareness of the issue.
Founder of Reach IOM, Adam Hudgeon, spoke to Tia Welsh about the story behind the charity:
These pupils shared their views on the activities:
Headteacher of St Ninian's, Chris Coole, says he's pleased with how the day has gone:
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