Mental Health, Wellbeing and Addiction
Below are some useful resources which you may find helpful if you are currently facing mental health difficulties. Our aim is for these resources to give you hope that your situation can be improved, and to guide you to develop coping strategies to meet your individual needs.
We understand that every person is different. Other resources are available, but we have provided those that we feel may be more beneficial and offer you choice. If you cannot find something from the resources that you feel suits your needs, then please discuss your concerns with your GP.
Stop Smoking Services
Superdrug Woolston and Sangha Pharmacy are both offering 8 week courses for those wanting to stop smoking.
Steps 2 Wellbeing
Video: What is Steps 2 Wellbeing?
Refer yourself for an assessment here
Helpful resources
Here are some resources you can download which contain helpful information.
Enhanced Mental Health Primary Care Team (EMHPCT)
Take part in short 20 minute sessions to make sense of life's challenges. The goal is find new ways of coping.
Mindfulness Drop-In Sessions 1 (PDF, 2.70MB)
Mindfulness Drop-In Sessions 2 (PDF, 236KB)
NHS Links
Links to Mental Health Information
www.nhs.uk/mental-health
No Limits
Mental Health and addiction support for those under 26 years
nolimitshelp.org.uk
Change Grow Live
Drug & alcohol services (26+ years)
www.changegrowlive.org
Finance and Debt
Links to websites for managing finances and debt
www.southampton.gov.uk/benefits-welfare/money-advice/useful-contacts
Mental Health Emergencies
Always call 999 if there is an immediate risk to life.
Samaritans are available 24/7 on 116 123
www.samaritans.org
Childrens Mental Health
These are resources aimed at children
Royal College of Psychiatrists
Young people's mental health
Child and adolescent public resources
hive.co.uk
Here is a link to an popular book on how to transform your relationship with your child.
www.hive.co.uk/Product/Adele-Faber/How-to-Talk-so-Kids-Will-Listen-and-Listen-so-Kids-Will-Talk/27458519
