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ALT Promotional graphic for a Citizens Advice event titled "Data Insights Spotlight on Disability," discussing how disability cuts are expected to pull thousands into poverty. Scheduled for June 26, from 2-3:15pm, with a hashtag #CADataInsights and the logo of Citizens Advice at the bottom.
ALT Text poster stating: "Loneliness can affect anyone. Whether it’s a friendly face, someone to advocate on your behalf, or support to access other local services, we're here"
ALT Pride flag in the background. Text in the middle reads: “We’re proud to always support the LGBTQ+ community”
ALT Citizens Advice volunteer wearing a headset and smiling. Text reads a quote from our corporate volunteer "Career-wise this is the best thing I’ve done" with the hashtag #VolunteersWeek
ALT Title reads “Some of our many volunteering roles” with 6 icons representing 6 different types of volunteering roles. The 1st is an adviser icon which says “giving advice”. The 2nd is a website icon which says “social media”. The 3rd is a megaphone icon which says “campaigns”. The 4th is a coin with a pound icon which says “fundraising”. The 5th is a scale of justice icon which says “supporting witnesses in court”. And the 6th is a pen and paper icon which says “research”.
ALT Image shows text that reads, "Concerns about making energy efficient improvements." "The cost of upgrades" is the biggest concern at 66%, followed by "Whether upgrades will lead to savings and cost reductions" at 34%, and "Whether upgrades will be effective and durable" at 28%.
ALT Text on a blue background reads, "Please do not say: 'Committed suicide' Here's why..." with the logo of Rethink Mental Illness at the bottom right corner.
ALT Text graphic by Rethink Mental Illness stating 'The word “committed” is outdated and suggests suicide is a crime and suicidal thoughts are a sin.'
ALT Text on image promoting mental health awareness by Rethink Mental Illness. It reads: "In fact, suicidal thoughts are common, hugely complex and can happen to anyone. Suggesting they are a sin can add to stigma and fear of talking about them." The text is set against a solid blue background.
ALT Blue background with words in the middle which say: People have autonomy over their decisions. Removing that autonomy and demonizing certain thoughts helps no one. An alternative phrase to use could be: "Took their own life".
ALT Graphic with text reading 'Things they didn't teach you in school: Starting an apprenticeship', featuring an illustration of a notebook and a pen.
ALT Image shows a family in a kitchen. Text reads: 'What you need to know about visiting a food bank'
ALT Smoking and stress: Nicotine might seem like it reduces stress as it creates a temporary feeling of relaxation, but studies say that smoking can actually increase anxiety and tension in the long run.
ALT Smoking and depression: People with depression often have lower levels of dopamine. Smoking temporarily releases dopamine which may feel good. But, the more someone smokes, the more the brain stops making its own. This means your own supply decreases.
ALT Smoking and schizophrenia: Some people with schizophrenia may smoke to help deal with their symptoms and ease side effects from their medication. A recent study suggests smoking may increase the risk of getting schizophrenia, but more research is needed to fully understand how the two are linked.
ALT Getting help: 1. If you smoke to cope with stress, try things like medication, exercise. 2. Write down what you could gain by not smoking. 3. Learn to recognise your smoking triggers and plan ways to manage any that you can't avoid. 4. Don't be put off trying again if you relapse. For support in: England - call the National Smokefree Helpline on 0300 123 1044; Wales - call 0808 250 2157; Northern Ireland - search "Stop Smoking NI"; Scotland: call 0800 84 84 84.
ALT Image shows a Citizens Advice volunteer and the text 'Could you become a Citizens Advice volunteer?'