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Helpful Resources
Publications
Want to know more about Peer Support and Mental Health?
Check-out the publications from the Centre for Aviation Psychology.
AXA Wellbeing Portal
Via the Crew Portal
You can get extra support through the employee assistance programme (EAP) located in your base countries. Simply call them to have a chat about your situation. With absolute confidentiality, they’ll listen, advise and help you.
Lifeline International
LifeLine International is a global charity represented in 25 countries, who operate over 200 suicide prevention and crisis support services. Click on this link to find a helpline in your country.
Samaritans
The Samaritans is a registered charity aimed at providing emotional support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope, or at risk of suicide throughout the UK and Ireland. You can access them through their confidential helpline or website.
Medical certificate and Mental health
We know that for most people in aviation, their medical license is the most precious document. In these links you will find useful information with regards to your medical certificate and mental health, according to EASA or the CAA.
UniSafe
Support resources for gender-based violence.
UniSafe is a research project on gender-based violence in Europe, that provides a resource list of counselling and helplines in various European countries.
Addiction
For issues with addiction to alcohol, narcotics, gambling or sex, visit these websites to join a group anonymous meeting. Available in around the world, people get together to share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to do the same.​
International OCD Foundation
More than 200 groups are listed with the International OCD Foundation, which aids those affected by the disorder and their families.
Every Mind Matters
We all have times when we feel low, anxious or overwhelmed. In this online resource by the NHS in the UK, you’ll find practical ways to ease anxiety, manage stress, lift your mood and sleep better.
Doing What Matters in Times of Stress: An Illustrated Guide
Stress management guide for coping with adversity by the World Health Organization (WHO). Available in several languages.
Headspace
Mindfulness and practical meditation techniques, widely used by aviators, to help with a wide range of scenarios, including sleep and resilience.
Debt advice and counselling
In these links you will find European and UK-based resources for advice and counselling on debt.
Citizens Advice Bureau
Online free advice from Citizens Advice to help you find a way forward, whatever the problem. Available to help with all manners of financial and legal issues in the UK.
SSNAM
Association supporting the orphans of Pilot and Cabin Crew parents.
Mind
Mind is a UK based charity which aims to provide support and advice for all mental health problems. It’s a great resource and provides immediate advice and support. Even if you’re not in the UK, Mind has a library of relevant mental health topics and online peer support groups.
Asking for Help
In this booklet by the Charlie Waller foundation to fight depression, you will find a comprehensive description of what to expect when you ask for psychological help, if you haven’t tried it before.
Something missing?
If you have used, or are aware of resources that could be helpful for your colleagues, please get in touch and let us know.