Trustee for OCD Action, National charity for people affected by OCD & related conditions. Author of ‘The Walking Worried’. Views are my own
Norfolk
Joined October 2009
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Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
Just under a month until our joint virtual conference with @ocdaction on Saturday 26th June! Get your tickets here: bddfoundation.org/virtual_co…
We will be announcing more speakers next week so keep a look out👀
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
"Sharing your OCD thoughts will make them feel less powerful"
A recent survey by @ocdaction found that demand for its helpline had grown by 110% - Here are some tips for managing your #OCD.👇itv.com/news/central/2021-04…
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
Listen to the excellent first episode of @BBCRadio4’s One to One series with @Tuppence. In today’s interview, she spoke to Dr Gazal Jones. They covered Tuppence’s experience of having OCD from a young age, myth-busting, treatment and more: bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m000v2…
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
We are excited to announce our 1st ever virtual conference with @ocdaction ! We would love to invite you to join us on Saturday 26th June. It will be a space for those affected by OCD & BDD to come together from all over the world to learn, connect & feel inspired.
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
This week is #AutismAwarenessWeek - it’s an opportunity to increase understanding and to make the case for equal treatment of autistic people.
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👮🏻 🚓 WOW - A huge thank you to everyone who took part in our #TheBill: Legends Under House Arrest fundraiser! 🙌🏻
It was amazing to see the cast together! 🌟
Text BILL to 70025 to donate £5
An extra special thank you to the marvellous @thelisamaxwell for this fab idea! 🥰
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
📞 We have a new Helpline number! 0300 636 5478 📞
We changed our number to ensure that everybody can call us at a local rate, whether calling from a landline or a mobile. We hope that by changing our number we will be able to reach more people in need of support.
ALT 0300 636 5478
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
Emotional journey! Last weekend myself and @sammiddle118 completed 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours and raised over £1500 with gift aid for @ocdaction to read my story and donate click the link thank you in advance! 💚 justgiving.com/fundraising/4…
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
It was our absolute pleasure Aron. Thank you so much for your fantastic support 👍👍
Thank you guys for hosting such a fantastic, educational evening and for inviting me to speak on behalf of @ocdaction to share a small segment on OCD and the importance of our local peer-led support group [Norwich OCD Peer Support - NOPS]
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
Excellent host, @michaeljbailey - you ran a marathon!
Thank you so much @michaeljbailey for hosting tonight's @NorwichCityFSC #mentalhealth event .. and to all the speakers and groups, brilliant Zoom event #staysafe #ncfc @CedricAnselin @normanlamb @jon1mccracken
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
Here is a quick follow up from our Week of Action last month and an opportunity to say thank you all once again for sharing your stories.
ALT We are thrilled that nearly 13000 of you engaged during our Week Of Action in February (2500 each day on average) We reached up to 400000 people who saw our #MeWithOCD posts
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
ALT Thank you from all of us at OCD Action. Thank you for the energy and creativity you have brought to this year's week of action. Every single #MeWithOCD post has helped spread awareness and understanding of what living with OCD is really like
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
Today is the second day of OCD Week of Action! 💫
What has been the thing that has made the difference and made you feel supported?
Share your story using the #MeWithOCD hashtag!
ALT What has been the thing that has made the difference and made you feel supported?
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
Thank you to Aron, India and Rachel for letting us know why they are sharing their story for OCD Action’s Week of Action! #MeWithOCD
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
We are proud to announce our new e-helpline. We have a group of trained volunteers ready to respond with emotional support & information to help you. Email [email protected] (this is not a crisis service but we will get back to you as quickly as possible) #bdd #helpline
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
✨ Week of Action is almost here! ✨
This year, we want you to share your story, your way, using the #MeWithOCD hashtag.
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
‘Because I'm Ugly: Body Dysmorphic Disorder and me.’ A new animation by Salvador Maldonado and Caterina Monzani collaboration with the BDD Foundation. Please raise awareness by sharing this post with the hashtag #BecauseImUgly
Watch full animation: bddfoundation.org
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
This is your daily reminder to be kind to yourself.
We know this is tough. Remember we are here for you. An important part of being kind to yourself is reaching out for support when you are struggling. Info about the support we offer can be found here: bit.ly/2LUGmda
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
We know that this might be an unsettling time for people who have #OCD. We have prepared some tips that we hope will help.
Our helplines, support groups and forum will remain open throughout the #lockdown. Visit our website for information on the support we can offer you.
ALT Coping with COVID-19
Aron Bennett (author/mental health advocate) retweeted
We know that this Christmas will be tough for a lot of people. We want you to know that OCD Action will be here for you if you need support. You are not on your own.
Information about our support services can be found here: bit.ly/2LUGmda
