The left side of the image features a striking visual metaphor: a person’s face distorted and fragmented by shards of broken glass, illuminated by a stark light, powerfully conveying feelings of distress, a fractured self, or the impact of trauma on mental well-being. On the right, a personal narrative titled ‘5 YEARS AGO TODAY ADMITTED MENTAL HEALTH WARD’ recounts a journey through severe depression, stress, and a mental health crisis, including admission to a ward and the subsequent path to recovery and self-management over five years. This composite image and story serve as a poignant reminder of the lived experience of mental health struggles, reinforcing the critical need for trauma-informed support and systemic frameworks championed by Looked After Child Limited for children and professionals in the health and social care sector.