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CAMHS Talk is hosted by the Luton and Bedfordshire Service User Participation Group in partnership with the Luton & Bedford Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team (CAMHS). This is one of the first podcast of its kind in the UK and we’re coming together to discuss, debate and challenge issues around child and adolescent mental health. This is a fabulous opportunity for you to come and listen to staff interviews, hear lively discussions between professionals, service users and their families and get first-hand information about what it’s like to come to CAMHS. We’ll also let you know about new service developments and give you a heads up on any events we’re running.

CAMHS Talk East London NHS Foundation Trust

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CAMHS Talk is hosted by the Luton and Bedfordshire Service User Participation Group in partnership with the Luton & Bedford Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team (CAMHS). This is one of the first podcast of its kind in the UK and we’re coming together to discuss, debate and challenge issues around child and adolescent mental health. This is a fabulous opportunity for you to come and listen to staff interviews, hear lively discussions between professionals, service users and their families and get first-hand information about what it’s like to come to CAMHS. We’ll also let you know about new service developments and give you a heads up on any events we’re running.

    Episode 45 – Living with Dyspraxia

    Episode 45 – Living with Dyspraxia

    In this episode, young people Madie, Zoe & Zawad join trainee clinical psychologist Leighton and host Marianne, to deep dive into the topic of Dyspraxia. They share their unique experiences with discovering their diagnosis and take us on a personal journey of understanding how Dyspraxia affects their daily lives. Some of them had their diagnoses quite recently and talk about advocating for their health when they saw the signs, it's inspirational to hear how their diagnosis finally helped them make sense of their world and understanding themselves.

    • 59 min
    Episode 44 – Young Person Sanctuary

    Episode 44 – Young Person Sanctuary

    In this episode, Molly and Sassie are joined by young people Alex and Sharmin, as well as Sanctuary Cafe staff Zahra and Betty, to discuss what the Young Person Sanctuaries are and what to expect as a young person visiting for the first time. It's a great resource in the community for young people (14-17 yrs) to have a safe space to go to, have someone to talk to, or just be in the space for some time. The different locations are listed below:



    Luton Young Person’s Sanctuary:



    Young Persons Hub, ResoLUTiONs, 89 Castle Street, Luton LU1 3AJ: Monday – Sunday 4pm – 10pm

    Please note: ResoLUTiONS has two buildings, one located in Victoria Street and one location in Castle Street. We are based in Castle Street, opposite Matalan.



    Bedford Young Person’s Sanctuary:



    CAMHS, 5-7 Rush Court, Bedford MK40 3JT: (7 days a week) 



    The Bedford Young Person’s Sanctuary is open on Monday – Friday from 5.00pm -10.00pm, Saturday – Sunday 4pm – 10pm.



    Central Bedfordshire Young Person’s Sanctuary:



    Leighton Buzzard; Meadow Way Community Centre, Leighton Buzzard LU7 3FS 



    Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 4pm – 10pm





    Houghton Regis; Houghton Regis Children’s Centre, Tithe Farm Neighbourhood Centre, Tithe Farm Road, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5JB



    Monday and Tuesday 4pm – 10pm





    Sandy; Sandy Children’s Centre, Laburnum Road, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1HQ



    Opening Saturday 30th September

    Saturday and Sunday 4pm – 10pm







    If you would like further information about the Young Person’s Sanctuary, please email on: YPS@mind-blmk.org.uk

    • 43 min
    Episode 43 – Living Pride

    Episode 43 – Living Pride

    In this podcast, our host Molly talks to young people Az and Ash, who are joined by CAMHS staff Sassie, Mack and Jay to reflect post-Pride month about what pride means to them. Listen in on the conversation as each person explores from their personal experience, their journey to PRIDE.



    Gender dysphoria: a sense of unease that a person may have because of a mismatch between their biological sex and their gender identity. (NHS)



    Gender euphoria: comfort/joy that happens when gender expression is aligned with identity.



    Rainbow capitalism: when companies commercialise and claim to support the rights of the LGBTQ+ community (especially during Pride) mainly for profit and improved brand image.



    Resources:



    Rainbow Bedfordshire: #RainbowBedfordshire | East London NHS Foundation Trust (elft.nhs.uk)

    Contact Rainbow Bedfordshire: elft.rainbowbedfordshire@nhs.net

    Better Days for BLMK: @betterdaysblmk across all social media

    Pride in Luton: https://prideinluton.org/

    • 46 min
    Episode 42 – Talking about Self Harm and Scars

    Episode 42 – Talking about Self Harm and Scars

    In this Podcast Marianne and Molly are joined by Young People Alex and Maiya, to discuss self harm, the misconceptions and how to take care of yourself. They are also joined by Bongi, a CAMHS nurse who offers their unique perspective. The podcast looks at defining self-harm in a subjective way and dispelling harmful rhetoric surrounding misconceptions. The young people offer their advice and resources they've found helpful. Below are some of the resources mentioned in the podcast: 



    *TW*: This podcast may contain sensitive content, while we intend for our podcasts to be educational and insightful, our priority is your well being. If you feel overwhelmed by the content, please do take a break from listening in order to care for your well being.



    Resources:



    Text "Reflect" to 85258 - if you're feeling anxious, lonely, overwhelmed or not quite yourself - FREE and anonymous



    The Butterfly Project - https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/butterflyproject/

    • 49 min
    Episode 41 – Exam Stress during Exam Season

    Episode 41 – Exam Stress during Exam Season

    In this Podcast Molly and Marianne are joined by Young People Leah and Sharmin, to discuss exam stress and surrounding issues.

    Looking at their own experiences with exam seasons and their coping strategies, the CAMHS team and Young People explore available support, the importance of boundaries and mental health, as well as give advice to teachers and parents on how best to support Young People during these stressful times.

    • 29 min
    Episode 40 – LGBTQ+ Safety & Resources

    Episode 40 – LGBTQ+ Safety & Resources

    In this episode, we introduce Molly as a new host, joined by Ash, Mack, Jay and Sassie to discuss LGBTQ+ community safety. We highlight the importance of safe spaces and how to create an accessible and comfortable environment for LGBTQ+ people. We also share experiences of feeling supported, genuine allyship and gestures of validation.



    Gender dysphoria: a sense of unease that a person may have because of a mismatch between their biological sex and their gender identity. (NHS)



    Gender euphoria: comfort/ joy that happens when gender expression is aligned with identity.



    Rainbow capitalism: when companies commercialise and claim to support the rights of the LGBTQ+ community (especially during Pride) mainly for profit and improved brand image.



    Contact Rainbow Bedfordshire: elft.rainbowbedfordshire@nhs.net



    Better Days for BLMK: @betterdaysblmk across all social media



    Pride in Luton



    https://prideinluton.org/



    Luton Sexual Health



    https://www.lutonsexualhealth.org.uk/info-advice/lgbtq/



    Q Youth



    https://www.qalliance.org.uk/youth-services/

    [00:00] Introductions

    [01:40] What are Safe Spaces?

    [05:15] Allyship and Activism, actual vs toxic

    [12:47] Validation and Acceptance

    [27:00] Fear of going out/ Non-Safe Spaces

    [37:45] Local Safe Spaces

    [42:40] Outro

    • 43 min

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