One in four of us will experience mental health issues at some point in our lives, and although everyone will experience periods of stress and grief, some symptoms may last longer and develop into mental illnesses, rather than emotional reactions to everyday events.
If these symptoms become severe enough to interfere with someone’s ability to function, they may have a significant psychological or mental illness, such as anxiety or depression. This can cause devastating knock-on effects for the individual and their friends & family.
If you are suffering with your mental health, you can find a range of support options below, including emergency helplines.
Looking after your mental health is something we should be doing continuously, not just when we are struggling, feeling low, anxious or stressed. It is key to remember that our mental health is just as valuable as our physical health and should be invested in as such.
Staying on top of your mental health helps us feel good now, whilst also helping us deal with difficult times in the future. This can also reduce the impact of physical health problems, such as heart issues.
Check out 6 ways you can help support your mental health below 👇
If you’re feeling down or anxious, help for your mental wellbeing is available across Wales, both online and over the phone. These resources are safe, free, and you don’t need a referral, click below to read more.
If you are concerned about your mental health, please ensure you visit your GP who will be able to treat less complex mental health conditions and prescribe any medication that may be needed.
However, we understand that sometimes emergency assistance may also be needed, please find useful links below:
C.A.L.L. – Community Advice and Listening (emergency helpline)
DAN 24/7 (drug and alcohol helpline)
Gofal (independence and recovery)
Mental Health Matters Wales (mental health and wellbeing services)
Out of GP hours – T: 0330 123 9180
Samaritans (24/7 emotional support line)
Saneline (out of hours support)
Social Services (office hours) – T: 01656 642279
Social Services (out of hours) – T: 01443 849944
Tŷ Elis (counselling services)
If you are an individual or a group from Bridgend County Borough who promotes positive mental health and wellbeing, or provides a service for people with a mental health issue, please contact us!
We can provide you information, training and advice on mental health policy, funding opportunities, etc. If you are a mental health service user, or a carer, we work with other agencies in mental health service planning to best fulfil the needs of service users and carers.
If you want to set up a group we can give you advice about getting started and provide you with resources and access to other specialist groups who might be able to help you further.
Find out about local mental health and wellbeing networks here
Find out about local mental health and wellbeing networks here.
Further information may also be found on this fairly new resource ‘Bridgend Mental Health Pathways’
