Resources for Early Career Researchers from across the 8 UKRI mental health networks are now available on the cross-network Mental Health Research Matters website, including funding tips and info on open science.
In November 2021 some of the Co-investigators of the Loneliness and Social Isolation in Mental Health Research Network (LSIMHRN) and Principal Investigators from some of the Plus Projects funded by LSIMHRN got together for an informal sharing of tips for getting funding. Here are the dos and don’ts that we came up with – we hope you find them useful.
Looking for support?
We have collated a list of sources of support and advice around loneliness, social isolation and mental health.
Advice
- Mind - How to cope with loneliness
- Sleep Foundation - Sleep tips and sleep conditions
Emotional Support
During difficult times you might want to get support, especially out of hours. Here are some organisations people said they spoke to:
Samaritans
National Telephone number 116 123 – Freephone and open 24 hours a day
SANEline
SANEline telephone 0300 304 7000 opening times 4.30pm – 10.30pm daily
Anxiety UK
Infoline: 03444 775 774, Mon-Fri 9:30am - 5.30pm
Mind Infoline
They provide information on a range of topics including:
- types of mental health problems
- where to get help
- medication and alternative treatments
- advocacy.
Contact them via phone: 0300 123 3393. Our lines are open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (except for bank holidays).
email: info@mind.org.uk or Text: 86463
Support Groups
LGBT Foundation (formerly known as The Lesbian & Gay Foundation)
Their guide covers MH and other health areas for LGBT community.
BEAT – advice and support relating to Eating Disorders
Help for young people
The Beat Youthline is open to anyone under 18.
Youthline: 0808 801 0711 Email: fyp@beateatingdisorders.org.uk
Help for adults
The Beat Adult Helpline is open to anyone over 18. Parents, teachers or any concerned adults should call the adult helpline.
Helpline: 0808 801 0677 Email: help@beateatingdisorders.org.uk
Catalogue of Mental Health Measures
The Catalogue of Mental Health Measures is designed to provide easy access to information about the mental health measures included in British cohort and longitudinal studies to maximise the uptake of existing data and facilitate mental health research.