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Organisations helping musicians with mental health

The following resources specialise in supporting young people:

  • The Mix is the UK’s leading support service for young people on everything from addiction to homelessness to ill mental health. They run an online community, confidential helpline and counselling service.
  • Give Us a Shout provides free and confidential 24/7 text support to young people experiencing mental health crisis.
  • Childline is a free, private, confidential service for young people to talk about anything online or on the phone. Childline counsellors are trained staff and volunteers of all ages and from all different backgrounds, and the service is provided by the NSPCC.
  • Young Minds provides support and tools for young people to look after their mental health, and resources for parents and those who work with young people.
  • Muslim Youth Helpline offers non judgmental, confidential, faith and culturally sensitive support by phone, live chat, WhatsApp and email. They work 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
  • PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide is the UK charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people aged 35 and under. If you are having thoughts of suicide or are concerned for a young person who might be you can contact HOPELINEUK for confidential support and practical advice.

    Online guides for mental health

    MITC’s Guide to Anxiety Relief and Self Isolation

    Music Industry Therapists & Coaches (MITC) have launched a free, supportive guide which is designed specifically for artists and music industry professionals. It includes techniques and online resources for both adults and children.

    The guide covers topics such as:

    • Anxiety information and support
    • Breathing techniques
    • Home-working
    • Self-isolation
    • Eating well during the outbreak
    • Home fitness

    Download the guide from MITC’s website.

    Function Central's Guide to Supporting Mental Health

    Function Central have released a guide supporting the mental health and wellbeing of musicians.

    The guide covers topics such as:

    • An introduction to mental health
    • Healthy practices for mental wellbeing
    • Getting additional support
    • Useful links and other information

    View the guide from Function Central's website here – please hover over each heading/title to view the text for that section. 

    The Mental Health Foundation

    The Foundation works to prevent mental health problems. Helping people understand, protect and sustain their mental health, it is also part of the national mental health response during the coronavirus outbreak. 

    The following publications are available to read online and/or download for free:

    • How to look after your mental health
    • How to support good mental health at work
    • How to manage and reduce stress
    • How to overcome fear and anxiety
    • How to look after your mental health using mindfulness
    • How to look after your mental health using excerise
    • How to sleep better
    • How to look after your mental health in later life
    • The truth about self harm

    Download the publications from the Mental Health Foundations website here

    The Young Freelancer’s Guide to Mental Health and the Music Industry

    This guide was also produced by MITC’s Tamsin Embleton together with the MU’s Young Members’ Network.

    Written by mental health experts, it covers:

    • Self care
    • Burn out
    • Support networks
    • Cultivating resilience
    • Anxiety and panic attacks
    • Depression

    Download the Young Freelancer's Guide for free.

    Online support networks

    RSM’s Telephone Support Network – the Royal Society of Musicians (RSM) are connecting musicians with musicians through their Support Network. Sign up for to receive regular calls to alleviate isolation.

    12 Step Support Group for Musicians – Music Support are hosting weekly online meetings to help musicians who are members of 12 step fellowships connect with each other during the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out more.

    Online training

    In response to the current coronavirus outbreak, BAPAM have moved their workshops online. Their list of free online events includes courses on keeping mentally well.

    Browse BAPAM’s online courses

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