The project, called ‘Be Kind’, has been run over the last year by the CAMHS team (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) and local artist Hope London, pictured above.
She helped the nine youngsters discuss mental health stigma and share their experiences and advice for others.
And they have created an animation and educational booklet to help others, with 500 copies given out locally.
It highlights the importance of talking about mental health and where you can seek support locally.
Alison Telfer, from CAMHS, helped run the project and said: “Sometimes it’s not easy to put your feelings into words. Using creative art methods gives young people another way to tell their story, which is helpful for having conversations about mental health and the stigmas around this.”
One of the young participants said: “This group has honestly been the best thing that has happened. Without it, I don’t know where I would be. Being involved has improved my mental health and improved my confidence.”
The project was funded by See Me, Scotland’s Anti-Stigma Arts Fund.
