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We know how worrying it can be to hear about changes to benefits, but not get all the details. That’s why we’ve put together this pack, so that everyone we support knows what is happening when and where to get … Continue reading →

(ESA) or Disability Living Allowance (DLA) before 28th October 2013.  You disagree with Housing Benefit decisions made by your local authority. For all other benefits appeal processes (including Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and Universal Credit (UC)) please see our … Continue reading →

This factsheet provides information about benzodiazepine medication. This is often used to treat anxiety. It is generally a short term treatment if you are very distressed because of your anxiety or if your anxiety has become very severe.  Benzodiazepines … Continue reading →

Bipolar 4 life support is a non profit community that has been around for about 9 years all registers get a life time free SSA membership, http://www.bipolar4lifesupport.co on line support group WE have a donation button but it is not … Continue reading →

OVRVIEW Someone with a mental health condition may need support in the community. This section sets out how an adult over the age of 18 with a mental health condition can access ‘community care’ services from their local authority. This … Continue reading →

•Early intervention services work with you if you are experiencing a first episode of psychosis. •Psychosis is a term used if you experience a break with reality. This can include having unusual beliefs or seeing or hearing things that other … Continue reading →

Usually, the first steps to getting help if you feel you are having problems with your mental health is visiting your general practitioners’ (GP) surgery. A GP is a doctor who can provide treatment and care for your physical and … Continue reading →

Complementary therapies are a diverse range of health-related treatments which are not part of mainstream medical care. Generally speaking they are thought to increase well-being, aid relaxation and promote good mental health in all. They are also known as alternative, … Continue reading →

OVERVIEW •Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is not commonly used to treat mental illness and can be considered as rather controversial. Its use has significantly decreased in recent years and it is used far less than medication and talking therapies. •ECT involves … Continue reading →

OVERVIEW •Early intervention services work with you if you are experiencing a first episode of psychosis. •Psychosis is a term used if you experience a break with reality. This can include having unusual beliefs or seeing or hearing things that … Continue reading →