Mental Health
We are supposed to be living in more enlightened times, yet it seems that more people than ever are suffering from mental health problems.
In fact, statistics show:
- 1 in 4 people will experience some kind of problem with their mental health in the course of their life
- 1 in 6 of us will suffer from depression – most commonly between the ages of 25 and 44
- 1 in 10 people are likely to suffer from "disabling anxiety at some stage in their life"
Quote by Dr Raj Persaud Consultant Psychiatrist, Gresham Professor and bestselling author.
Browse the pages to your left for further insight into mental health.
Quick links
This section deals with some of the most common mental illnesses, giving you links to help and support locally and online.
Both of these websites are provide excellent all-round mental health information including the therapies available and tips for coping:
Information from your Local Library
Some local libraries now have My Health Information Points where, in addition to grabbing books and leaflets, you can ask to speak with a health information worker about your mental health. See our section on how to Get Help from My Local Library
