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Paddy Pimblett at the Next Generation MMA gym in Liverpool.

The Times Christmas Appeal: ‘Free therapy saved me from suicide’

UFC fighter Paddy 'The Baddy' Pimblett shares why he supports James' Place as part of The Times and The Sunday Times Christmas Appeal...
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The Times Appeal: ‘I saved a baby’s life — then I needed someone to save my own.’

When Steven Simpson left the army, he spiralled into depression and was diagnosed with PTSD before becoming suicidal. He found help at James' Place...
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The Times and The Sunday Times Christmas Appeal: Launch video

Watch this video to launch The Times and The Sunday Times Christmas Appeal featuring former James' Place client Achal Dhillon...
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Jason’s story

"I had a complete breakdown, but it was the biggest release, I had no secrets anymore, no shame. I could finally move on and put things behind me."...
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Guy’s story

"I became depressed and I was full of self-doubt.  I felt like a lost cause. Things came to a head and found myself in suicidal crisis."...
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Jack’s story

Jack, who came to James' Place for help last year, explains what it feels like to be in suicidal crisis...