Mental Health Discussion & Check-In Thread

[Glenda's Legs]

It's easy to make a joke about how Spurs fans need this because of the state of our team these days...however, I think it’s absolutely wonderful that Tottenham Hotspur use their brand and impact to promote such an important issue.

Having struggled with mental health myself (not at this scale, thankfully), I find it extremely encouraging that it's not (as) stigmatising to bring up this subject in conversations anymore. From personal experience it's been a relief to lower the guard and put into words how I really feel when talking to friends and family. Growing up in the 80s and 90s, that just wasn't something you did.

As a young boy I didn't even realise I was supposed to have feelings, when in reality I had them in abundance and could really use an outlet for them. If there's one thing want my son to be able to do, it's being able and allowed to healthily acknowledge and express his emotions.

For all the things going wrong at Spurs nowadays, this initiative is one thing to be proud of.

Yes there are so many easy jokes around that and in fairness there is a funny/ ironic side to it, given how we’ve been playing. But in all seriousness if that leaflet makes just one single person at the game yesterday make that phone call, or reach out to someone whether friend or stranger, then that’s a job well done and I applaud the club for supporting this initiative.

Opening up is a huge issue for those of an older generation - I’m talking people in their 40s/50s/60s+ - because there is still that belief that you keep things to yourself and to do otherwise is a weakness (kind of there myself if I’m honest). I am so pleased that our society is creating an environment where younger people can feel more comfortable talking about their concerns, anxieties etc. - although that is massively countered by the pressures and judgemental nature of social media (which in itself causes a lot of the anxieties).
I would hate to be growing up in this modern age.

 

[tommysvr]

It's easy to make a joke about how Spurs fans need this because of the state of our team these days...however, I think it’s absolutely wonderful that Tottenham Hotspur use their brand and impact to promote such an important issue.

I think it’s entirely appropriate as well, because many people get their identity (or even just an outlet) from their football team. So when it isn’t going well, it’s likely they’re not going well either. We’ve probably all seen the stats for how that manifests after the English national team lose at a major tournament, I’m sure there would be similar stats for club teams as well.

 

[kb 1984]

For those interested in schizophrenia & bipolar research. I found it interesting. Yes I know an extremely small sample but you have to start somewhere

https://scitechdaily.com/scientists-discover-neural-basis-of-schizophrenia-and-bipolar-disorder/

 

[SteveAWOL]

'My therapist was supposed to be looking after me... then her behaviour became distressing'

Sky News delves into the murky world of therapy - where anyone can set themselves up as a counsellor or psychotherapist without formal training, qualifications, or oversight.

news.sky.com

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[El Dante]

I had an Autism assessment on Monday. Next week will be having an ADHD assessment. I’m in my 40s and life has mostly been an uphill challenge. I’ve never known why I was like I am, or why I struggle to fit in, and this could help find answers.

 

[Rafa87]

I had an Autism assessment on Monday. Next week will be having an ADHD assessment. I’m in my 40s and life has mostly been an uphill challenge. I’ve never known why I was like I am, or why I struggle to fit in, and this could help find answers.

Hope it goes well man, even though you don’t quite have the answers yet, does it feel better to feel like you’re getting somewhere?

 

[El Dante]

Hope it goes well man, even though you don’t quite have the answers yet, does it feel better to feel like you’re getting somewhere?

Thanks. It does, it feels somewhat too late as so much of my life has passed by. But, I know that these assessments can help for the future in some way.

I will find out the likely results on Monday at the second assessment. And then there will be a follow up to know what happens next.

 

[Rafa87]

Thanks. It does, it feels somewhat too late as so much of my life has passed by. But, I know that these assessments can help for the future in some way.

I will find out the likely results on Monday at the second assessment. And then there will be a follow up to know what happens next.

I feel like I’m hearing a lot more of this these days, people who are being diagnosed later in life with things such as ADHD and Autism. I can only assume it’s because they weren’t conditions that were as readily looked into 40-50 years ago, and since then perhaps the focus has been very much on kids.

It’s good to know though that actually adults who have always felt a bit different can potentially etially get this confirmed now and hopefully realise they haven’t ever done anything wrong or been someone who stands out for the wrong reason and that actually, you’re fine, you aren’t the ‘odd one out’ and actually your mind just works a little differently.

 

[Mikey10]

I had an Autism assessment on Monday. Next week will be having an ADHD assessment. I’m in my 40s and life has mostly been an uphill challenge. I’ve never known why I was like I am, or why I struggle to fit in, and this could help find answers.

A diagnosis can often be a huge help in a number of ways. I hope it all goes well for you.

 

[El Dante]

A diagnosis can often be a huge help in a number of ways. I hope it all goes well for you.

Thank you

 

[thfcsteff]

A diagnosis can often be a huge help in a number of ways. I hope it all goes well for you.

Very true.
My daughter has struggled with much for years. She is ADHD, and last week, at 20 years old, was officially diagnosed with autism (she is high functioning autistic they say). Her relief has been enormous!

Good luck indeed...