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Hey there, welcome to Talk Mental Health – a cozy corner where we're all about mental health, wellness, and just being real. This is your spot to connect with a community that gets it, where we're all on this journey together. Whether you're navigating tough times or lending a listening ear, we've got your back. No judgment, just genuine support. Step in, take a deep breath, and let's make this a space where we lift each other up. Glad you're here!
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While Talk Mental Health offers a platform for peer support and shared experiences, it is not a substitute for professional mental health assistance. If you find yourself in genuine danger or experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out to qualified professionals. In the UK, you can contact emergency services by dialing 999. For non-emergency support, consider reaching out to organizations like Samaritans at 116 123. In the USA, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255). For support in Australia, contact Lifeline at 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue at 1300 22 4636. Your well-being is our priority, and seeking professional help is a crucial step towards your mental health journey.
Terms and Rules
TalkMH Community Rules
TalkMH is an adults-only peer support community. These rules help keep the forum safe, respectful and suitable for open mental health discussion.
Adults Only
TalkMH is for users aged 18 and over. Accounts may be restricted or removed if we believe a user is under 18.
No Illegal Content
Do not post, request, promote or link to illegal content, including threats, harassment, hate crime, fraud, terrorism content, child sexual abuse material, non-consensual intimate images, or content encouraging serious harm.
Self-Harm and Suicide Safety
You may talk about difficult feelings, but do not encourage, instruct, pressure or assist anyone to self-harm or die by suicide. Graphic methods, instructions, countdowns or encouragement will be removed.
Crisis and Immediate Risk
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, contact emergency services. In the UK call 999, or contact Samaritans on 116 123 for 24/7 emotional support.
Be Respectful
No personal attacks, bullying, harassment, intimidation, dogpiling, threats, stalking, or targeted abuse.
No Hate or Abuse
Do not attack people based on protected characteristics, identity, disability, mental health, race, religion, sex, sexuality, gender identity, age or nationality.
Respect Privacy
Do not share private messages, screenshots, names, addresses, workplaces, social profiles, photos, or identifying information without consent.
No Sexual or Exploitative Content
Do not post explicit sexual content, exploitative material, or intimate images shared without consent. Sexual content involving anyone under 18 is strictly prohibited and may be reported.
No Impersonation, Scams or Manipulation
Do not impersonate others, run scams, mislead members, exploit vulnerable people, or ask members for money, gifts, personal details or financial information.
No Spam or Unsafe Links
Do not post spam, malware, phishing pages, unsafe downloads, advertising, referral links, or self-promotion without staff permission.
Report Problems
If you see illegal, harmful or rule-breaking content, use the report button. Do not retaliate, argue, quote harmful content, or escalate the situation.
Moderation and Enforcement
Staff may edit, hide, remove or restrict content and accounts to protect users, comply with the law, or maintain community safety.
Online Safety Statement
TalkMH does not allow illegal content or content that creates a serious risk of harm. Reports may be reviewed by moderators, content may be removed, accounts may be restricted, and serious matters may be escalated where legally required.
- Illegal content is not permitted.
- Users can report content using the forum report feature.
- Moderators may remove harmful or unlawful material.
- Serious safety concerns may be escalated to relevant authorities.
- Repeat or severe breaches may lead to permanent account removal.
Mental Health Posting Guidance
You are welcome to share how you feel, but please avoid detailed methods, instructions, graphic descriptions, or content that could encourage another person to harm themselves.
- Use supportive language.
- Do not pressure people to act.
- Do not romanticise suicide or self-harm.
- Encourage urgent help where someone may be at immediate risk.
If You Are in Immediate Danger
If you believe you or someone else is in immediate danger, contact your local emergency services immediately. TalkMH is not an emergency or crisis response service and cannot provide real-time intervention.
- Emergency services: Contact your local emergency number immediately.
- United Kingdom & Republic of Ireland: Samaritans — 116 123 (24 hours).
- United States & Canada: Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
- Australia: Lifeline Australia — 13 11 14.
- Elsewhere: Contact your country's emergency services, healthcare provider, or local crisis helpline.
If possible, reach out to a trusted friend, family member, healthcare professional, or local support service. You do not have to face a crisis alone.
What Happens After a Report?
Reports are reviewed by the moderation team. Depending on the issue, staff may take no action, remove content, contact the user, issue a warning, restrict access, ban an account, or escalate serious concerns.
Appeals and Mistakes
If you believe moderation action was taken in error, you may contact the staff team politely and ask for a review. Abusive appeals or repeated arguments may be ignored.
