Living in the UK
1. HEALTH
1.2. Mental Health information and support
Looking after your mental health
Having good mental health helps us relax more, achieve more and enjoy our lives more.
Visit the NHS Mental Health and wellbeing website for information. There are online mood self assessments, mental wellbeing audio guides and support for various mental health issues.
Visit the NHS website Every Mind Matters for more information on expert advice and practical tips for mental wellbeing.When to get help from your GP
It's important to seek help from your GP immediately if you are experiencing the following symptoms for the first time or are not already receiving care from mental health services:
Hallucinations – hearing or seeing things that are not there (for example, hearing voices); this can also include feeling, smelling or tasting things that are not there.
Delusions – having strong beliefs that are not shared by others (for example, believing there is a conspiracy against you).
Urgent Support
If you are having thoughts of suicide, are harming yourself or have thought about self-harm, it's important to tell someone.
These thoughts and feelings can be complex, frightening and confusing, but you do not have to struggle alone.
If you cannot wait to see a doctor and feel unable to cope or keep yourself safe, contact the link below to get support right away.
NHS advice with mental health crisis or emergency.
For a range of websites, links, tools and information, click on Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources.
How can we at Learn Hillingdon help?
If you feel you are struggling with your own emotional health and wellbeing, why not try one of our free course to help you help yourself on the road to recovery?
Click: Wellbeing and emotional health for more information.