FabSwingers.com forum: Mental health resources/signposting

By *naswingdress OP Woman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

For those who suffer bouts of mental ill health (or know those who do or are aware of resources), is it possible to share how to climb out of an episode?

(I'm fine, thanks for asking)

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Mind, Samaritan's, local mental charities in your area, crisis team and if needed a&e . Stay safe everyone

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By *inky-MinxWoman
over a year ago

Grantham

Can start with one's GP too.

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By *.L.0460.Woman
over a year ago

Bognor Regis

Apparently, if it's needed, someone can go to A&E and ask to speak to their mental health lead.

Whoever needs it op, I hope they're OK x

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By *coobyBoobyDooWoman
over a year ago

Markfield

Some health trusts allow self referral to the mental health team. Employer may have an employee assistance programme with self referral.

Self care is super important so things like eating regularly, keeping hydrated, washing/showering etc, clean clothes. Avoiding self medicating with drugs and alcohol is also one to watch.

For me sleeping and talking help me the most at the moment. And yoga

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Little advice for everyone..

If you feel like you need to be seen now go back to your GP or call 111 and request to be seen by the crisis team. If you feel like you can manage without seeing someone, go to Minds website, they have some great coping methods.

In terms of daily help, you can do two things; do something creative and do some form of exercise. Doing one of these two things can benefit your mental health in a big way.

Finally, keep a journal, but keep two. One can be a place to put down your feelings/frustrations so they aren't taking over your thoughts. The second keep it positive, write down something good that happened that day and something you are grateful for. Its a way of acknowledging the good things that we all miss sometimes.

Most importantly, keep talking to people, never suffer alone. Reach out to anyone; family, friends, helplines, NHS services and even forums like this.

There's no right or wrong way to manage these things, you have to find what works for you. Accept the bad days, it's important to feel what you need to feel. Remember you have already survived 100% of your bad days, your stronger than you think you are. Appreciate the good days and remember there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Hope this helps in anyway and take care of yourselves

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By *uto564Man
over a year ago

Widnes

There’s an app you can download called the Hub of hope it will help you find support in your local area

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By *naswingdress OP Woman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

Thank you

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By *ackformore100Man
over a year ago

Tin town

"For those who suffer bouts of mental ill health (or know those who do or are aware of resources), is it possible to share how to climb out of an episode?

(I'm fine, thanks for asking)"

That is a great post op

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By *yron69Man
over a year ago

Fareham

Talk. Don’t be afraid to seek company.

If you actually feel ill with anxiety then go to the doctor for some mild anti depressants.

Go to bed early and rise early.

Enjoy the spring air and nature.

You will recover. X

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Good advice

Trouble I have with my gp is all those that I built a relationship or understanding with have retired

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By *ersiantugMan
over a year ago

Cardiff

Firstly I'd put any outfit who will just 'listen' to people actually before using the Samaritans (who imo are a last call), as the Sams are always understaffed and looking for new volunteers and their training/standards for passing isn't always that great sadly: it's just the way it is with them. I know someone who does it for after-dinner entertainment and is not what I call a good person at all. (Please, before anyone starts complaining, I'm NOT saying the Samaritans are "terrible" - it can save lives, I'm just saying try and look for other or, even-better, fully-employed and fully-trained people first.)

Mind is decent, they can cut to the chase with underlying issues.

CBT (no not 'cock and bull/ball torture', cognitive behavioural therapy) and its strategy of 'Mindfulness' may or may-not work for you - always say if it isn't working and providers will have to re-think their approach/advise to you.

Everyone you go to HAS to offer or suggest something to you (and sadly that is "job done" with many institutions out there).

Re your GP and other drug prescribers - don't be bullied onto antidepressants if you don't think they are right for you - often they are simply the cheapest and easy to provide option. If you really believe you have a PTSD (ie post traumatic stress disorder) stick at it - they really do not like to diagnose for this as it's more hassle and (like anything with none-rote therapy) more expensive to treat.

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By *yrdsisWoman
over a year ago

Gleam Street

I re-iterate this... I'm on the S line... I'm not properly trained, I just have good life experience.. family and work related..

Just ask for help is all I xan say..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Possible options are to book a therapy session with a counsellor, fresh air and daylight helps me get clarity on things.

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By *izzy.Woman
over a year ago

Stoke area

If anyone is having trouble getting to sleep, or wake in the night and can't get back to sleep, I highly recommend checking out "bedtime stories for grown ups" on YouTube. Specifically the ones by Dan Jones. Having sufficient sleep is really beneficial.

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By *ooo wet tight hornyWoman
over a year ago

lancashire

Any one suffering with their Mental Health on any level there is help...I have lost special people to me due to this...reach out to some one that is close to you or that you can trust and find it easy to talk to...talking is good and if your feeling really vulnerable and at risk call the crisis team or take your self to A+E...Big hugs!!

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By *ersiantugMan
over a year ago

Cardiff

"Possible options are to book a therapy session with a counsellor, fresh air and daylight helps me get clarity on things. "

-Yeah daylight, looking at your diet (for nutrition rather than calories), decluttering your living space even... sometimes the simple things can really help.

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

A few people have mentioned nhs crisis team. Not everyone knows they even exist and GP’s and 999/111 may not even contact them unless you specifically ask them to.

They are regional and not always the same people visit but they can be really helpful once engaged. They are reachable when needed will visit regularly , advise on & help get medication - for physical & mental health and link you up with other services like drug and alcohol charities that you might not know about.

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By *hetalkingstoveMan
over a year ago

London

Exercise can be a big help. Obviously not everyone can do a big gym session or similar, but even a twenty minute walk can make a difference.

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

"Talk. Don’t be afraid to seek company.

If you actually feel ill with anxiety then go to the doctor for some mild anti depressants.

Go to bed early and rise early.

Enjoy the spring air and nature.

You will recover. X"

Unfortunately this is really bad advice for someone suffering from mental illness and comes out of lack of understanding of what mental illness is.

It’s great advice for the rest of us to look after our mental “well-being” , but if you are mentally ill, an early night and fresh air will do nothing, you need interventions , usually in the form of drugs, therapy or both.

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By *atnip make me purrWoman
over a year ago

Reading

"Little advice for everyone..

In terms of daily help, you can do two things; do something creative and do some form of exercise. Doing one of these two things can benefit your mental health in a big way.

Most importantly, keep talking to people, never suffer alone. Reach out to anyone; family, friends, helplines, NHS services and even forums like this.

Hope this helps in anyway and take care of yourselves

Excellent service here

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By *inister_SpinsterWoman
over a year ago

Manchester(ish).

"If anyone is having trouble getting to sleep, or wake in the night and can't get back to sleep, I highly recommend checking out "bedtime stories for grown ups" on YouTube. Specifically the ones by Dan Jones. Having sufficient sleep is really beneficial. "

The honest guys on you tube also do sleep stories and guided meditations.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Here for tips today but will share some when I can

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By *dalisqueWoman
over a year ago

land of make believe

"For those who suffer bouts of mental ill health (or know those who do or are aware of resources), is it possible to share how to climb out of an episode?

(I'm fine, thanks for asking)"

Anyone can self refer at IAPT for treatment or CRTH if it is more urgent.i haven't posted the numbers as I'm not sure if I am allowed.

They are easy enough to find.

If anyone needs help and can't access it,please contact me and I will help as best I can with information.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I cannot help with sign-posting as beyond a chat with my GP I never used any services.

Talking to people who know you and genuinely care is great - especially when you have people you can be truly honest with.

As others have said, exercise. Not only does it help all by itself but enough of it will help you sleep, and a decent night's sleep is a game changer.

I'm crap with the whole journal thing but I did make a conscious effort to take note of the times in a day where I would laugh or be genuinely happy - it's hard to convince yourself that they were genuine when the bad times hit but it did at least give a little ammunition to bat it away.

Learn to ignore the bad thoughts. Trying to fight them keeps them going around in your head, telling your brain it's talking shit and that you don't have to listen, then distracting yourself with something else helps - I think this is kind of what CBT is though I've never looked into it properly.

If this is for you OP, good luck. Sending a hug (if you want it) and hope you find yourself again soon.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Talk. Don’t be afraid to seek company.

If you actually feel ill with anxiety then go to the doctor for some mild anti depressants.

Go to bed early and rise early.

Enjoy the spring air and nature.

You will recover. X

Unfortunately this is really bad advice for someone suffering from mental illness and comes out of lack of understanding of what mental illness is.

Tbf none of us are psychiatric professionals and we don't know the specific illness the OP refers to.

Unless you actually are a psychiatric professional.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Here for tips today but will share some when I can

Actually one that has worked a treat for me is journaling. Recommend

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not sure if it's been mentioned but Shout run a text service 85258

I know some people find texting easier...

Long term find support groups in your area, sometimes it can help to connect with people going through similar. In my area there are walking groups aimed at supporting men... and similar groups for ladies.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I tend to go to sleep

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