Talking to others about our mental health
Whether talking to professionals or family & friends, it can be hard to find a good way to express your feelings. We hope the following articles provide you with some ideas, hints & tips to help you feel more confident in having these conversations.
What services are out there - having an idea about what you want or need from a conversation can help decide who might be best placed to offer that support to you.
How can I contact them - phone, messages, online - Where would you feel most comfortable?
Be open and honest and let the other person know what you need and don’t need from the conversation. If something is helpful – tell them! If its unhelpful – let them know why. Take control.
NCT - Variety of wellbeing & mental health articles
Where to seek help...
https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-help
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/seeking-help-for-a-mental-health-problem/talking-to-your-gp/
https://www.mind.org.uk/media-a/4494/mind-ftw2-eng-web.pdf
"I Need Help" (a free download by Make Birth Better/PANDAS)
https://www.stress.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/How-to-have-an-open-conversation-about-MH.pdf