Why is mental wellbeing important?

Our mental health affects how we think, feel and act – it’s important we take care of ourselves.
Paying attention to our mental and emotional health decreases the risk of experiencing mental illness.
By looking after our mental health and wellbeing, we improve our relationships with those around us.
Better overall mental and emotional health leads us to feeling happier, reduces stress levels and and helps us to feel able to cope with life’s challenges.

There is a wealth of mental health, self-care and wellbeing services and support that you can access.

Headspace – an app to support wellbeing and mental wellness

Get a free personalised mental health action plan with tips and advice via Every Mind Matters

Mind offer advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem -call 0300 123 3393

Young Minds a charity for children and young people’s mental health – call 0808 802 5544

Counselling directory – find a counsellor

Anxiety UK – call 03444 775 774 for access to anxiety support

Shout is a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service – text SHOUT to 85258

OCD UK provides advice, information, and support services for those affected by OCD – call 0333 212 7890

How to access mental health services via the NHS

Papyrus UK is a UK charity dedicated to the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people – call 0800 068 41 41

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) their helpline and webchat are open 365 days a year for those struggling – call 0800 58 58 58

Samaritans for listening and support – call 116 123

Bipolar UK – support for people affected by bipolar

Refuge is a national domestic abuse helpline – call 0808 200 0247

BEAT is a national helpline 365 days a year, for those affected by eating disorders – call 0808 801 0677