Emotional well being is about how we think, feel and behave. It is important that we look after our mental health just as we would our physical state. If we experience a physical ache or pain we would normally consult a doctor or specialist. Therefore, if we are experiencing episodes of stress, anxiety or feeling low we should consult a specialist in the relevant area. Your GP can be the first point of contact to talk about your mental health, however, there are specialist services that you may require and it might be useful to contact a Community Mental Team (CMHT) worker for this. CMHT’s are usually located at a hospital or local community mental health centre. Remember - You are not alone! One in five people in Northern Ireland will experience some form of mental illness at a point in their life. Most people can go on to make a full recovery; others learn to manage their mental health difficulties and can lead an active life. The following may be useful contacts: The Samaritans 08457 90 90 90 Alcohol: Alcoholics Anonymous 24-hour service (Central Office) 028 9043 4848 www.alcoholconcern.org.uk A leading web-site providing support and advice on the misuse of alcohol Drugs: www.drugsprevention.net The first regional drugs and alcohol website for professionals in Northern Ireland National Drugs Helpline 0800 77 66 00 Bereavement: Cruse Bereavement Care National Helpline 0870 167 1677 Debt Counselling: Disability: Disability Action 028 9049 1011 Eating Disorders: www.edrecovery.net Support and advice on eating disorders Eating Disorder Association (NI) Advice on Anorexia and Bulimia 028 9023 5959 General Health: The Health Promotion Agency 028 9031 1611 www.healthpromotionagency.org.uk Mental Health: AMH Action Mental Health 028 9040 3726 www.amh.org.uk Aware Defeat Depression 028 7126 0602 www.aware-ni.org Providing information leaflets, lectures and runs support groups for sufferers and relatives Northern Ireland Association of Mental Health 028 9023 1120 www.niamh.co.uk Praxis Care Group 028 9023 4555 www.praxiscaregroup.co.uk www.studentcounselling.org Provides information for university students on common psychological and emotional problems www.studentmentalhealth.org.uk Dedicated to the dissemination of good practice in supporting students with mental health difficulties Relationships and Sexual Health: Relate (NI) For advice on relationship counselling, mediation for separating couples, sex therapy, counselling for young people, responses to domestic violence 028 9032 3454 www.relateni.org Family Planning Agency www.fpa.org.uk Offers advice and information on sexual health and contraception Brook Advisory Service 0800 0185 023 Young People: Childline 0800 11 11 Youthline 0808 808 8000 Voice of Young People in Care 028 9024 4888 General Information: The National Association of Citizens Advice Bureau www.nacab.org.uk Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety Castle Buildings, Stormont Belfast BT4 3SJ 028 9052 0500 www.dhsspsni.gov.uk NHS www.n-i.nhs.uk Contains information on health services in Northern Ireland and includes a directory of GP’s. Review of Mental Health and Learning Disability Dundonald House Stormont BT4 3SF www.rmhldni.gov.uk The body appointed to conduct a review that is likely to change how mental health and learning disability services are provided Help the Aged 028 9023 0666 www.helptheaged.org.uk Provides practical support to help older people live independent lives, particularly those who are frail, isolated or poor.

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