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What is Mental Health?

Mental Health covers a range of problems.

Most of us will, at some stage in our lives, experience stressful situations that can make us very depressed or agitated. We see it as a normal part of life, but for others these feelings can become a real problem, affecting the ability to carry on with life in a “normal” manner. This could be triggered by some unforeseen event; however there are some people that develop mental ill health for no apparent reason. It is often hard to know which way to turn, and who to ask for help!
 

The solution is not always medication. By using a prescribed stepped approach professionals are able to determine the correct Level Interventions that should be implemented, speeding the recovery process of the individual.

Other Sources of self help and other useful information are:

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Professionals and Individuals can find useful information on Depression, Stress and Anxiety, by following the links below.

www.rcpsych.ac.uk (Patient Information - some of which is translated.

http://bluepages.anu.edu.au (Patient Information - Relating to Depression.

www.depressionalliance.org (Information and resources on Depression.

www.mind.org.uk (Various areas of Patient Information and downloadable leaflets, some of which are translated)

www.soundshealthy.nhs.uk (Here users can find self-help books on Stress and Anxiety, printed in many Languages. Some material can be downloaded, printed or burnt onto CD and listened to in your mother tongue)

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