Mental Health
Depression is a common mental disorder that causes people to experience depressed mood, loss of interest or pleasure, feelings of guilt or low self-worth, disturbed sleep or appetite, low energy, and poor concentration.
Around 1 in 6 people will experience a mental health problem this year yet the shame and silence can be as bad as the mental health problem itself.
How You Might Feel
- Down, upset or tearful.
- Restless agitated or irritable.
- Guilty, worthless and down.
- Empty and numb.
- Isolated and unable to relate to other people.
- Finding no pleasure in life or things you usually enjoy.
- A sense of unreality.
- No self-confidence or self-esteem.
- Hopeless and despairing.
- Suicidal.
What Can You Do to Help Yourself?
- Eat Well.
- Keep Active.
- Get enough sleep.
- Practice self-care.
- Keep active.
- Challenge your low mood.
- Connect with people.
Below are details on services and organisations that offer help and support directly to people with mental health problems:
- Samaritans: 116 123 – FREE
- Mind: 0300 123 3393
- Talk to someone you trust
- Talk to your GP