Self-care/ Self-management
Many people learn to take an active role in monitoring their own wellbeing and controlling their mental health conditions themselves. Self-care involves developing many different strategies such as:
-Eating healthily and having regular meals
-Exercising regularly- releases endorphins which improves mood
-Taking time out- watch a movie you like/ read a good book
-Have a routine in place
-Use mindfulness- helps you notice the early signs of your condition worsening so allows you to deal with it early
-Have an emergency plan- to use when you are particularly bad
-Keep a happy box- filled with things that make you happy such as pictures or letters from friends
CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is a talking therapy that can help you manage your problems by changing the way you think and behave. It is an effective way of treating a number of conditions such as:
-Anxiety
-Depression
-Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (is the best treatment for)
-Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
-Eating Disorders such as anorexia and bulimia
-Sleep problems such as insomnia
-Phobias
Your GP may refer you to CT free of charge on the NHS but it not available in all areas of the country. If you have to go privately, each session can cost anything between £40 and £100. The British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapists (BABCP) keeps a register of all accredited therapist in the UK and can help you find a therapist.
Antidepressants
Antidepressants are a type of medication used to treat a number of conditions such as:
-Depression
-Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
-Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
-Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
How antidepressants work- Antidepressants work by increasing the levels of neurotransmitter (a group of chemicals) in the brain. Certain neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and noradrenaline can improve mood and emotion.
Do they work?- Most people have some degree of benefit by taking antidepressants. It has now been found, however, that antidepressants are not as good at treating mild depression as was first thought. Antidepressants usually need to be taken for 2-4 weeks without missing a dose for a benefit to be felt.
Side effects- Common side effects are usually mild and can include:
-Feeling sick
-Dry mouth
-Slight blurring of vision
-Constipation
-Dizziness
-Drowsiness
Types of antidepressants- There are many different types of antidepressants including:
-Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
-Serotonin-Noradrenaline Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)
-Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)
-Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy involves talking to a trained therapist, either one-to-one or in a group. It mostly involves talking but can include other methods such as art, music, drama and movement.
Psychotherapy can help you discuss feelings you have about yourself or other people, primarily friends and family members. Sessions are treated as confidential by the psychotherapist so it allows you to disclose personal or embarrassing information.
It is used to treat a number of mental health conditions such as:
-Depression
-Anxiety disorders such as GAD or social anxiety
-Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
-Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
-Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
-Eating disorders such as anorexia or binge eating
Your GP can refer you to a qualified psychotherapist on the NHS free of charge. This is not always available in all areas and there may be a long waiting list, meaning you may have to go private. A typical 50 minute session can cost £40-£100. The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) can help you find a therapist.
Many people learn to take an active role in monitoring their own wellbeing and controlling their mental health conditions themselves. Self-care involves developing many different strategies such as:
-Eating healthily and having regular meals
-Exercising regularly- releases endorphins which improves mood
-Taking time out- watch a movie you like/ read a good book
-Have a routine in place
-Use mindfulness- helps you notice the early signs of your condition worsening so allows you to deal with it early
-Have an emergency plan- to use when you are particularly bad
-Keep a happy box- filled with things that make you happy such as pictures or letters from friends
CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is a talking therapy that can help you manage your problems by changing the way you think and behave. It is an effective way of treating a number of conditions such as:
-Anxiety
-Depression
-Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (is the best treatment for)
-Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
-Eating Disorders such as anorexia and bulimia
-Sleep problems such as insomnia
-Phobias
Your GP may refer you to CT free of charge on the NHS but it not available in all areas of the country. If you have to go privately, each session can cost anything between £40 and £100. The British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapists (BABCP) keeps a register of all accredited therapist in the UK and can help you find a therapist.
Antidepressants
Antidepressants are a type of medication used to treat a number of conditions such as:
-Depression
-Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
-Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
-Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
How antidepressants work- Antidepressants work by increasing the levels of neurotransmitter (a group of chemicals) in the brain. Certain neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and noradrenaline can improve mood and emotion.
Do they work?- Most people have some degree of benefit by taking antidepressants. It has now been found, however, that antidepressants are not as good at treating mild depression as was first thought. Antidepressants usually need to be taken for 2-4 weeks without missing a dose for a benefit to be felt.
Side effects- Common side effects are usually mild and can include:
-Feeling sick
-Dry mouth
-Slight blurring of vision
-Constipation
-Dizziness
-Drowsiness
Types of antidepressants- There are many different types of antidepressants including:
-Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
-Serotonin-Noradrenaline Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)
-Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)
-Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy involves talking to a trained therapist, either one-to-one or in a group. It mostly involves talking but can include other methods such as art, music, drama and movement.
Psychotherapy can help you discuss feelings you have about yourself or other people, primarily friends and family members. Sessions are treated as confidential by the psychotherapist so it allows you to disclose personal or embarrassing information.
It is used to treat a number of mental health conditions such as:
-Depression
-Anxiety disorders such as GAD or social anxiety
-Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
-Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
-Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
-Eating disorders such as anorexia or binge eating
Your GP can refer you to a qualified psychotherapist on the NHS free of charge. This is not always available in all areas and there may be a long waiting list, meaning you may have to go private. A typical 50 minute session can cost £40-£100. The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) can help you find a therapist.