Self help
There are lots of things that we can do to care for our own mental health and well-being. If you would like to find out more about a specific mental health problem, or would like more information about how to manage your own mental health condition there are some websites and books which may help.
Recommended Books
Anger
Overcoming Anger and Irritability - William Davies
Anxiety
Overcoming Anxiety - Helen Kennerley
Depression
Overcoming Depression - Paul Gilbert
Mind Over Mood - Dennis Greenberger & Christine Padesky
The Feeling Good Handbook - David D. Burns
Panic
Overcoming Panic - Derrick Silove
Self Esteem
Overcoming Low Self-Esteem - Melanie Fennel
Self-Esteem for Women - Lynda Field
Social Anxiety / Social Phobia
Overcoming Social Anxiety and Shyness - Gillian Butler
Stress
Managing Stress - Terry Looker & Olga Gregson
Many of these books may be available in your local library. (Find your nearest library, opening times and information about joining the library at http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/home/leisure/libraries.htm)
Books on Prescription
The ‘Books on Prescription Scheme’ is available in many areas in Nottinghamshire.
The ‘Books on Prescription Scheme’ is available in many areas in Nottinghamshire.
The scheme allows patients to access a range of approved self-help book titles (through their GP), which they can then work through at their own pace. The aim is to enable people to help themselves in tackling mental well-being issues.
Ask your GP or mental health worker, if you have one, about the availability of ‘Books on Prescription’ in your area.
Computerised Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (cCBT)
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is based on the principle that there is a close link between how we think, how we feel and how we act. Computerised CBT uses an interactive computer interface to deliver CBT, rather than a therapist. Therapists will sometimes provide additional support people to help them get the most out of their cCBT.
Nottinghamshire County PCT is in the process of introducing cCBT across the county. Keep checking this site for details.
The following websites offer free online cCBT, although they do require you to register with them.
