Outspoken Beauty Outspoken Mental Health Ep 8 - Recovery Is Never Linear and That's OK!
In this week's episode of Outspoken Mental Health I'm talking about why you shouldn't feel disheartened if you think your anxiety is getting better but then you're struck, seemingly out of nowhere by a panic attack.
I'll chat about a recent anxious episode that I had and how I'm dealing with it and will also chat about the importance of accepting that you never fully stop getting anxious...it's your reaction to it that it everything.
Here are some mental health charities as promised:
Adferiad
Information and support for people affected by mental health problems in Wales.
Anxiety UK
03444 775 774 (helpline)
07537 416 905 (text)
Advice and support for people living with anxiety.
Beat
0808 801 0677 (England)
0808 801 0433 (Wales)
Offers information and advice on eating disorders, and runs a supportive online community. Also provides a directory of support services at HelpFinder.
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Professional body for talking therapy and counselling. Provides information and a list of accredited therapists.
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM)
Provides a helpline, online and WhatsApp chat, as well as information and support, for anyone affected by suicide or suicidal thoughts.
Carers UK
Advice and support for anyone who provides care.
Disability Rights UK
Information and support on disabled people's rights.
FRANK
Confidential advice and information about drugs, their effects and the law.
Hearing Voices Network
Information and support for people who hear voices or have other unshared perceptions, including local support groups.
Mind
Support line: 0300 102 1234
MindOut
Mental health service run by and for LGBTQ people.
NHS UK
Information about health problems and treatments, including details of local NHS services in England.
No Panic
Provides a helpline, step-by-step programmes, and support for people with anxiety disorders.
Papyrus HOPELINEUK
88247 (text)
Confidential support for under-35s at risk of suicide and others who are concerned about them. Open 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Samaritans
116 123 (freephone)
Freepost SAMARITANS LETTERS
Samaritans are open 24/7 for anyone who needs to talk. You can visit some Samaritans branches in person. Samaritans also have a Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day).
Sane
Offers emotional support and information for anyone affected by mental health problems, including a helpline.
Student Minds
Mental health charity that supports students. Runs Student Space, offering online information and helpline support delivered in partnership with The Mix.
Time to Change Wales
Campaign to end stigma and discrimination against people with mental health problems.
Turning Point
Health and social care services in England for people with a learning disability. Also supports people with mental health problems, drug and alcohol abuse or unemployment.
YoungMinds
0808 802 5544 (Parents Helpline)
85258 (text the word 'shout')
Provides advice and support to young people for their mental health, as well as supporting parents and carers.