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Action on Postpartum Psychosis

Laura Dockrill makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Action on Postpartum Psychosis

Laura Dockrill makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Action on Postpartum Psychosis.

To Give:
- UK Freephone 0800 404 8144
-You can donate online at bbc.co.uk/appeal/radio4
- Freepost Â鶹ԼÅÄ Radio 4 Appeal. (That’s the whole address. Please do not write anything else on the front of the envelope). Mark the back of the envelope ‘Action on Postpartum Psychosis’.
- Cheques should be made payable to ‘Action on Postpartum Psychosis’.
Please note that Freephone and online donations for this charity close at 23.59 on the Saturday after the Appeal is first broadcast. However the Freepost option can be used at any time.

Charity number: 1139925

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Thu 28 Mar 2024 15:27
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Action on Postpartum Psychosis

is the UK charity for mums and families affected by postpartum psychosis - a severe but treatable mental illness that begins after giving birth. Through peer support, health professional training and research we help families recover.

Meet Laura

Meet Laura

Author Laura Dockrill experienced postpartum psychosis in 2018. The frightening symptoms made Laura feel unable to trust herself and anyone around her. APP’s peer support helped her find connection, recovery and community.

What is postpartum psychosis (PP)?

What is postpartum psychosis (PP)?

PP is a severe postnatal mental illness. It can occur after giving birth in people with no prior mental health problems. It causes mood changes, hallucinations, delusions and requires urgent care. But with the right help, people make a full recovery.

What is a peer support café group?

What is a peer support café group?
Many families experiencing PP feel scared and alone due to stigma and a lack of awareness. APP café groups are free-to-access peer support groups that connect families to others who have been there, creating a sense of community and belonging

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  • Sun 24 Mar 2024 07:54
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  • Sun 24 Mar 2024 21:25
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  • Thu 28 Mar 2024 15:27
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