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Mental health tools, for everyone.

All tools are free. Download e-flyers, watch sign language videos, or access the mental health sign language bank — designed for self-use, caregivers, and professionals.

Md. Abdullah
Arafat Sultana Lata
Safika Saif Ruhi
Md. Abdullah
Arafat Sultana Lata
Safika Saif Ruhi
Resource 1

Mental Health Sign Language Bank

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This video will help you learn basic mental health terms to express your emotions and describe your mental health symptoms using sign language. The sign bank was endorsed by a group of deaf individuals, sign language interpreters, and mental health professionals.

64 individual signs covering key mental health concepts including stress, depression, anxiety, PTSD, panic, loneliness, and many more — all in Bangla Sign Language with English subtitles.

64Signs created
3Languages
BSLBangla Sign Language
Resource 2

E-Flyer Packs

Electronic flyers available in three languages: English, Bangla, and Deaf Bangla. Each pack targets a specific mental health theme — 25 packs, 54 flyers in total.

01

Ways to Stay Positive

If you're feeling low and looking for helpful tips to stay positive, please read these four flyers.

Ways to Stay Positive — Flyer 1Ways to Stay Positive — Flyer 2Ways to Stay Positive — Flyer 3Ways to Stay Positive — Flyer 4
4 flyers Download
02

How to Sleep Comfortably

If you're experiencing poor sleep and want to learn how to sleep better, please read these five flyers for helpful tips.

How to Sleep Comfortably — Flyer 1How to Sleep Comfortably — Flyer 2How to Sleep Comfortably — Flyer 3How to Sleep Comfortably — Flyer 4How to Sleep Comfortably — Flyer 5
5 flyers Download
03

How to Stop Restlessness & Negative Thoughts

If you're feeling restless and experiencing distressing thoughts, please read these flyers for practical tips.

How to Stop Restlessness & Negative Thoughts — Flyer 1How to Stop Restlessness & Negative Thoughts — Flyer 2How to Stop Restlessness & Negative Thoughts — Flyer 3How to Stop Restlessness & Negative Thoughts — Flyer 4How to Stop Restlessness & Negative Thoughts — Flyer 5How to Stop Restlessness & Negative Thoughts — Flyer 6
6 flyers Download
04

Recognizing Signs of Suicidal Thoughts in Others

These 10 flyers will help you recognize signs that someone may be thinking about suicide. If you experience similar thoughts, seek help from a mental health professional immediately.

Recognizing Signs of Suicidal Thoughts in Others — Flyer 1Recognizing Signs of Suicidal Thoughts in Others — Flyer 2Recognizing Signs of Suicidal Thoughts in Others — Flyer 3Recognizing Signs of Suicidal Thoughts in Others — Flyer 4Recognizing Signs of Suicidal Thoughts in Others — Flyer 5Recognizing Signs of Suicidal Thoughts in Others — Flyer 6Recognizing Signs of Suicidal Thoughts in Others — Flyer 7Recognizing Signs of Suicidal Thoughts in Others — Flyer 8Recognizing Signs of Suicidal Thoughts in Others — Flyer 9Recognizing Signs of Suicidal Thoughts in Others — Flyer 10
10 flyers Download
05

How to Manage Anger

This flyer provides practical tips to help you manage anger effectively, whether at home or anywhere you experience it.

How to Manage Anger — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
06

Understanding Anxiety

These flyers explain what anxiety feels like, its symptoms, and how to know if you are overcoming it.

Understanding Anxiety — Flyer 1Understanding Anxiety — Flyer 2Understanding Anxiety — Flyer 3Understanding Anxiety — Flyer 4Understanding Anxiety — Flyer 5
5 flyers Download
07

Are You Suffering from Depression?

A flyer to help you recognize the signs of depression in yourself.

Are You Suffering from Depression? — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
08

How to Deal with Depression

Practical guidance on coping with depression once you recognize the signs.

How to Deal with Depression — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
09

Mental Health Reminder

A gentle reminder flyer to check in with your mental health.

Mental Health Reminder — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
10

Ways to Reduce Stress

Simple, practical ways to reduce everyday stress.

Ways to Reduce Stress — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
11

Today's To-Do List

A flyer to help you plan and organize your day to stay on top of tasks.

Today's To-Do List — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
12

What to Tell Yourself in Difficult Situations

Encouraging reminders to tell yourself when facing difficult situations.

What to Tell Yourself in Difficult Situations — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
13

End of Day Gratitude

Questions to reflect on at the end of the day and practice gratitude.

End of Day Gratitude — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
14

Understanding PTSD

What PTSD is and its symptoms, explained across these flyers.

Understanding PTSD — Flyer 1Understanding PTSD — Flyer 2
2 flyers Download
15

Symptoms of Burnout

A flyer to help you recognize the symptoms of burnout.

Symptoms of Burnout — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
16

Breathing Exercise

A simple breathing exercise to help you relax and manage stress.

Breathing Exercise — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
17

Healthy Meal Plan

Tips for planning healthy meals to support your mental wellbeing.

Healthy Meal Plan — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
18

Everyone Has a Stress Bucket

These flyers explain the "stress bucket" idea — how daily stresses build up and what happens when the bucket overflows.

Everyone Has a Stress Bucket — Flyer 1Everyone Has a Stress Bucket — Flyer 2Everyone Has a Stress Bucket — Flyer 3
3 flyers Download
19

Ways to Reduce Pressure

Practical tips to help reduce feelings of pressure.

Ways to Reduce Pressure — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
20

Panic Attacks

A flyer explaining panic attacks and how to manage them.

Panic Attacks — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
21

Understanding & Overcoming Trauma

The effects of trauma and practical steps toward overcoming it.

Understanding & Overcoming Trauma — Flyer 1Understanding & Overcoming Trauma — Flyer 2
2 flyers Download
22

Positive Thoughts

A flyer to encourage positive thinking.

Positive Thoughts — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
23

Restlessness and Anxiety

A flyer covering restlessness and anxiety and how they relate to each other.

Restlessness and Anxiety — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
24

Stressful Days

A flyer with tips for getting through particularly stressful days.

Stressful Days — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
25

Increase Work Efficiency

A simple technique to increase your work efficiency in 5 minutes.

Increase Work Efficiency — Flyer 1
1 flyer Download
Resource 3

Video Content

Sign language videos with English subtitles covering key mental health concepts, plus personal interview videos from the deaf community.

What is mental health?Educational
01

What is mental health?

This sign language video (with English subtitles) will help you understand the meaning of mental health and why it is important to talk about it.

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What is the difference between mental health & physical health?Educational
02

What is the difference between mental health & physical health?

This sign language video will explain the difference between physical health and mental health and why it is important to understand this distinction.

Open on YouTube
What is loneliness & how to address it?Educational
03

What is loneliness & how to address it?

A deaf community representative explains the concept of loneliness and shares practical tips on how to prevent it.

Open on YouTube
Silent Struggles, Loud Resilience: My Mental Health JourneyInterview
04

Silent Struggles, Loud Resilience: My Mental Health Journey

A deaf community representative shares her personal mental health journey — her struggles, resilience, and how she navigated challenges with minimal resources.

Open on YouTube
Beyond the Silence: My Story of Hope and HealingInterview
05

Beyond the Silence: My Story of Hope and Healing

A deaf community representative shares her mental health journey — her silent struggles, hopes, and the challenges of healing including stigma and discrimination.

Open on YouTube
Understanding Depression – Signs, Prevention, and When to Seek HelpEducational
06

Understanding Depression – Signs, Prevention, and When to Seek Help

This sign language video explains the signs and symptoms of depression, ways to prevent it, and when and how to seek support.

Open on YouTube
Understanding and Managing StressEducational
07

Understanding and Managing Stress

This sign language video explains what stress is, how it affects our wellbeing, and practical ways to manage it.

Open on YouTube
Understanding and Managing AnxietyEducational
08

Understanding and Managing Anxiety

This sign language video explains what anxiety is, how to recognise its signs, and practical strategies to manage anxiety and seek support when needed.

Open on YouTube
Building Trust – The Foundation of ConnectionEducational
09

Building Trust – The Foundation of Connection

This sign language video explores the importance of trust, how it is built, and why it strengthens healthy relationships and emotional wellbeing.

Open on YouTube
Believe in Yourself: Boosting Confidence for the Deaf CommunityEducational
10

Believe in Yourself: Boosting Confidence for the Deaf Community

This sign language video encourages self-confidence by exploring self-belief, resilience, and strategies for personal growth within the Deaf community.

Open on YouTube
Live Sessions

Webinar Series

August 29, 2024

MindSigns – Mental Health for Deaf Individuals

The first webinar in the MindSigns series focused on the importance of addressing mental health within the deaf community, featuring firsthand experiences from deaf participants and caregivers.

50+ deaf attendeesBangla
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October 24, 2024

MindSigns – Workplace Mental Health & Inclusion of Deaf People

Focused on workplace mental health and the inclusion of deaf individuals, aligning with the 2024 World Mental Health Day theme: Mental Health at Work.

60+ deaf attendeesBangla
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November 28, 2024

MindSigns – Stigma, Discrimination, and Mental Health

Explored societal stigma, discrimination, and human rights violations faced by deaf individuals in Bangladesh and their impact on mental health.

50+ deaf attendeesBangla
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Need immediate mental health support?

If you or someone you know needs immediate mental health support in Bangladesh:

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

Sher-E-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka-1207

+8802-223374409

www.nimh.gov.bd

Nasirullah Psychotherapy Unit (NPU)

Arts Building, University of Dhaka

+8801755-654835

www.npudu.net

Moner Bondhu

8th Floor, 2/16 Block B, Lalmatia, Dhaka

+880 1776-632344

monerbondhu.com

Living With Wellness

3, 6 Humayun Rd, Dhaka 1207

+880 1902-834448

livingwithwellnessbd.com