Support for your mental health

If you are worried about your mental health or concerned about someone you know, help is available. You can speak to your doctor for advice, support and treatment. They will listen, talk through what you are experiencing and guide you to the right help.

Many people experience low mood, worry or stress at different times in life. These feelings often pass, but sometimes they last longer or affect daily life. You are not alone, and it is okay to ask for support.

Signs you may need support

You might benefit from extra help if you are:

• finding it hard to cope
• feeling unusually low, anxious or frightened
• withdrawing from friends or family
• dealing with stressful or difficult events
• feeling isolated or overwhelmed

Having someone to talk to, feeling safe and supported, and taking part in activities can all make a positive difference.

How your doctor can help

Your doctor will discuss what you are experiencing and what might help. Depending on your situation, they may recommend:

• practical support through a local service
• medication to help manage symptoms
• referral to the Community Mental Health Team
• hospital care if you need more intensive support

Other services you can contact

These organisations offer confidential information and support:

• Breathing Space – Freephone support for low mood, depression and anxiety
• Samaritans – Emotional support, day or night
• Lanarkshire Association for Mental Health (LAMH) – Local mental health information and support
• Wellbeing Matters – Online mental health and wellbeing resources
• Lanarkshire Links – Support for service users and carers
• PETAL – Support for people affected by trauma, murder or suicide
• Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland – Protects the rights of people with mental illness
• Scottish Government - Information on mental health

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We are committed to improving our services. We gather feedback through surveys, groups and regular conversations with people who use our services and their carers.