Use our directory to gain access to over 200 organisations working for mental health improvement. Organisations are arranged in alphabetical order.
AbuseAgeing and later lifeAlcohol and drugsAnxiety and phobiasCarers and volunteersChildren and young peopleCounsellors and psychiatristsDeath and bereavementDepressionEating disordersEmployment, housing and moneyLocal contactsMental healthMental health problems, mental illness and learning disabilitiesNational contactsParentsPersonality disordersPhysical health, physical activity and the outdoorsPrisonRecoveryReducing stigmaRelationships and sexual healthResearch, policy and evidenceSelf-harmSelf-helpSudden traumaSuicide preventionTrainingUK, EU and rest of the World
Moira Anderson FoundationProvides a place of safety and support for children and adults who have been affected by childhood sexual abuse. Counselling is provided across Scotland.Rape Crisis ScotlandRape Crisis provides free confidential support and information for women and girls who have experienced any form of sexual violence at any time in their lives.Scottish Women's AidInformation, advice and support for women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse.Survivors UKSurvivors UK supports and provides resources for men who have experienced any form of sexual violence.Victim SupportProvides victims with free and confidential, emotional and practical assistance and information about the criminal justice system. Trained volunteers and staff deliver this assistance throughout Scotland.
Age ScotlandA new force combining Help the Aged and Age Concern Scotland. Age Scotland works throughout Scotland to help uphold the rights and address the needs of older people to ensure their lives are more secure, comfortable, dignified and enjoyable.Alzheimer ScotlandAlzheimer Scotland is Scotland's leading dementia charity. It provides services and campaigns actively to help people with dementia and their families and carers.Centre for the Older Person’s AgendaThe Centre for the Older Person’s Agenda (COPA) is based in Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, Scotland.The Centre’s vision is to provide multi-professional and multi-disciplinary expertise, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of older people through research, practice development and education Mental Health in Later Life ProgrammeNational Health Service programme that works to improve the health and wellbeing of older people across Scotland.
Alcohol Focus ScotlandA national voluntary organisation for alcohol issues. Alcohol Focus Scotland is committed to improving the quality of people's lives by changing Scotland’s drinking culture - promoting responsible drinking behaviour and discouraging drinking to excess.Alcoholics AnonymousA national organisation offering help and support to people who are trying to overcome their drinking problems. Local groups throughout the country meet regularly to offer practical advice and fellowship.Know the ScoreNo-nonsense, up-to-date information and advice on all kinds of drugs and drug-related problems.Scottish Network for Families Affected by Drugs Offers support, information and signposting to local support for family members, friends or anyone affected by another person’s drug misuse. The Network runs a help line (08080 10 10 11) as well as a website.Turning Point Scotland Turning Point tackles social exclusion by providing customised community care packages for people who have been excluded as a result of poor mental health, learning disabilities, homelessness or drug and alcohol misuse.
Anxiety UKAnxiety UK (formerly The National Phobics Society), was formed in 1970. It’s a user-led organisation that believes those who have personal experience of anxiety are often best-placed to support others similarly affected.Dental Fear CentralInformation, support and resources for anyone with an extreme fear of dentists.DestigmatizeDestigmatize is a new project of Anxiety UK aiming to provide information and support for sufferers of anxiety in the Asian population.Meehl FoundationThe Meehl Foundation is a non-profit organisation dedicated to helping families and individuals live successfully with bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression and other serious mental illnesses.No More PanicA site that provides valuable information for sufferers and carers of people with panic, anxiety, phobias and obsessive compulsive disorders.Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) ActionEstablished in 1991, OCD Action is a national charity for people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD). It provides information and support, and promotes recovery from: Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD),Compulsive Skin Picking (CSP) and Trichotillomania (TTM).OCD-UK (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder UK)OCD-UK is a charity for people who are affected by Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Run by sufferers, for sufferers, it aims to bring the facts about OCD to the public and to support those who suffer from this often debilitating anxiety disorder.Social Anxiety UKAn organisation that campaigns to raise the profile of social anxiety problems. The website provides details of UK wide meetings for people living with social anxiety.Stress and Anxiety in TeenagersA website specifically aimed at helping and supporting teenagers to identify psychological and physiological characteristics of stress and anxiety and to find ways of addressing these.
Befriending Network Scotland Scottish site for people who are working in befriending projects, interested in developing a befriending project, those thinking of volunteering as a befriender or who want to find out more about befriending. Carers Scotland Carers Scotland campaigns for a better understanding of the issues affecting carers.CrossreachPreviously known as the Church of Scotland Board of Social Responsibility, CrossReach continues the Church of Scotland’s long tradition of providing care and support. Scotland’s largest voluntary social work agency.Crossroads ScotlandCrossroads Scotland is the national organisation that develops local services for carers throughout Scotland.Kindness ScotlandPart of the World Kindness movement, Kindness Scotland works to set up kindness groups through local networks.Minority Ethnic Carers of Older People ProjectMECOPP provides a variety of services to Black and Minority Ethnic carers and communities locally, regionally and nationally.Tayside Carers Support ProjectA voluntary organisation offering a free and confidential support service for families and friends of those with a mental illness across Tayside.Volunteer Development ScotlandNational centre for volunteering excellence.
Aberlour Child Care TrustAberlour works in Scotland with and for children, young people and families who need additional support to promote their development and wellbeing.Barnardo’s Scotland Barnardo’s helps disadvantaged children overcome poverty, discrimination and abuse through a variety of national and local services.Bullying Online Practical help and advice for young people and parents who are living with and tackling bullying.ChildLineChildLine is the free helpline for children and young people in the UK. Children and young people can call on 0800 1111 to talk about any problem.Children 1stChildren 1st supports families under stress, protects children from harm and neglect, helps children recover from abuse and promotes children's rights and interests.Children in ScotlandChildren in Scotland are the national agency for voluntary, statutory and professional organisations and individuals working with children and their families in Scotland.Children’s Mental Health AwarenessAmerican site that features children and general mental health issues.Early Psychosis Intervention ProgrammeAimed at young people and their families, this American site promotes early detection of psychosis.EnquireThe Scottish advice service giving additional support for parents, carers and practitioners. Enquire provides independent advice on additional support for learning; the education system in Scotland; steps you can take to resolve disagreements and other sources of help.Get ConnectedGet Connected provides a free, confidential helpline that gives young people in difficult situations the support and information they need to decide what they want to happen next. It could be anything from a listening ear to somewhere safe to stay for the night.HandsOnScotland The website is designed to help you make a difference to children and young people's lives, by giving you tools to respond helpfully when they are troubled.International Alliance for Child and Adolescent Mental Health and SchoolsIntercamhs is an international network of agencies and individuals who believe that addressing mental health issues in schools is vitally important to the wellbeing of school community members.KoothKooth is an online counselling service for teenagers. It helps young people deal with a wide range of problems from alcohol and drug misuse through to bullying and depression.Playfield Institute The Playfield Institute is funded through NHS Fife and aims to empower the workforce to promote the emotional health and wellbeing of children and young people.RespectmeRespectme is Scotland's anti-bullying service, providing practical advice and guidance on developing and reviewing anti-bullying policies.Scotland’s Commissioner for Children and Young PeopleTam Baillie is the Commissioner and his job is to make sure that all children and young people in Scotland have their rights respected.The SiteAn information and support website on issues concerning young adults.Young Enterprise ScotlandYoung Enterprise Scotland (YES) provides a range of programmes for young people aged 5 – 25 to develop their full potential and raise their confidence and self esteem.YoungMindsPromotes child and adolescent mental health and mental health services. It’s also involved in consultancy work, training, and producing information leaflets.Young ScotA source of information, topical news and discussions for young people.Youth LinkSupports the development of accessible, high quality youth work services which promote the wellbeing and development of young people.Youth ScotlandInformation, discussions and networking for the Scottish youth work sector.
British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy is the UK's professional membership association for counsellors and psychotherapists. Counselling and Psychotherapy in Scotland (COSCA)The professional body for counselling and psychotherapy in Scotland.National Telephone Counselling Service for Disabled People A new National Telephone Counselling Service for Disabled People (08088 01 03 62).PF Counselling ServiceThe PF offers counselling based on a mind, body, spirit approach to life and life's difficulties. The service is available to individuals and couples over the age of 18.Royal College of PsychiatristsThe professional body for psychiatrists in the UK.
The Child Bereavement TrustThe Child Bereavement Trust provides resources for children and families who are grieving and for the professionals who support them.Cruse Bereavement CareCruse Bereavement Care exists to promote the wellbeing of bereaved people and to enable anyone bereaved by death to understand their grief and cope with their loss. The organisation provides counselling and support.National Association of Widows The National Association of Widows offers comfort, friendship and a listening ear to widows and unmarried women who have lost a partner through bereavement.Stillbirth and Neonatal Death SocietyThe Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society (SANDS), is working to support bereaved parents and families, and to press for improvements in care during pregnancy.Survivors of Bereavement by SuicideSurvivors of Bereavement by Suicide exists to meet the needs and break the isolation of those bereaved by the suicide of a close relative or friend.
Beyond Blue Australia’s national depression initiative. Breathing Space Breathing Space is a free and confidential phone line (0800 83 85 87) and signposting service aimed at people who are feeling sad or depressed. Depression Alliance ScotlandDepression Alliance provides information and support for those living with depression.European Alliance Against DepressionThe EAAD (European Alliance Against Depression) Project addresses the severe diagnostic and therapeutic deficits concerning depression in Europe.Seasonal Affective Disorder AssociationSAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) is a type of winter depression that affects an estimated half a million people every winter.Students Against DepressionA website developed in consultation with students who have been affected by depression, low mood or suicidal thoughts. Many of their stories and suggestions are included on the site.
B-eat A UK charity offering information and advice on eating disorders. The Charity’s website has a well-used and well-moderated discussion forum for people experiencing difficulties.Scottish Eating Disorder Interest GroupA network that focuses on eating disorders.
ACAS Scotland (Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service)ACAS aims to improve organisations and working life through better employment relations. They provide up-to-date information, independent advice, and high quality training. ACAS also works with employers and employees to solve problems and improve performance.British Occupational Health Research Foundation A charity specialising in the provision of evidence based solutions to practical questions asked by employers and their advisers in both private and public sectors. Citizens Advice BureauThe Citizens Advice Bureau helps people resolve their legal, money and other problems by providing free information and advice.Forth SectorForth Sector is a social enterprise which creates job opportunities for people with mental health problems.Health and Safety ExecutiveGovernment agency dedicated to improving health and safety at work and in the public environment. Information and guidance on a range of issues.Job Centre PlusJob Centre Plus provides help and advice on job hunting. It can also help if you want to claim a benefit.MomentumMomentum has provided mental health services since 1992, enabling and empowering people with mental health difficulties to gain skills and to move towards employment or further education and training.Money Advice ScotlandMoney Advice Scotland is the national charity promoting high quality, free, confidential, independent and impartial advice.Scotland's Health at Work The free national award programme for promoting health in the workplace.Scottish Centre for Healthy Working LivesWorking to improve the health of working age people in Scotland.Scottish Independent Advocacy AllianceThe Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance promotes, supports and defends the principles and practice of independent advocacy across Scotland.Shaw Trust – Ability at WorkEmployment Opportunities is a national charity dedicated to creating routes into employment for people with all disabilities and medical conditions.Shelter Advice OnlineOver 600 pages of information and advice on a wide range of issues related to housing and homelessness, including finding and keeping a home, rent and mortgage arrears, supported housing and much more. There is also a section on real life stories and advice on housing for people experiencing health problems.Skills Development ScotlandSkills Development Scotland is tasked with delivering first class careers, skills, training and funding advice to the people of Scotland.Social Firms ScotlandSocial Firms Scotland supports and promotes the creation and development of social firms throughout Scotland, to create employment for disabled and disadvantaged people.The Sainsbury Centre for Mental HealthThe Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health works to improve mental health services in prison and those with mental health problems in custody. It also works to tackle unemployment among those with mental health problems.The Big Issue Scotland The Big Issue Scotland is a limited company which produces a weekly magazine sold on the streets by homeless and socially excluded people.
Ayrshire and ArranNHS Ayrshire and ArranNHS Ayrshire & Arran provides a comprehensive range of high quality health services and healthcare to a population of around 367,000. Link to find out what they are doing in relation to mental health improvement. East Ayrshire Community Health Partnership The partnership is responsible for shaping, planning and delivering health services in our community. As the name suggests, the CHP is a partnership between people like NHS Ayrshire & Arran, East Ayrshire Council, the voluntary sector and members of local communities.East Ayrshire CouncilWorking in Partnership, East Ayrshire Council are striving to improve community health with their Community Health Improvement Partnership.North Ayrshire Community Health Partnership The partnership is responsible for shaping, planning and delivering health services in our community. As the name suggests, the CHP is a partnership between people like NHS Ayrshire & Arran, North Ayrshire Council, the voluntary sector and members of local communities.North Ayrshire Council Visit North Ayrshire Council’s website to see what they are doing in relation to mental health improvement.South Ayrshire Community Health Partnership The partnership is responsible for shaping, planning and delivering health services in our community. As the name suggests, the CHP is a partnership between people like NHS Ayrshire & Arran, South Ayrshire Council, the voluntary sector and members of local communities.South Ayrshire Council Visit South Ayrshire Council website for information on mental health locally.
BordersNHS Borders NHS Borders is responsible for maintaining and improving the health of the people who live in the Borders. Website gives information on mental health services available in Borders. Scottish Borders Council Visit Scottish Borders Council website for information on mental health locally.
Dumfries and GallowayNHS Dumfries and Galloway NHS Dumfries & Galloway provides health care and promotes healthy living for the people of Dumfries and Galloway. Find out more about mental health improvement in the area. Dumfries and Galloway CouncilVisit Dumfries and Galloway Council website for information on mental health locally.
FifeNHS FifeNHS Fife is responsible for maintaining and improving the health of the people who live in Fife. Dunfermline and West Fife Community Health PartnershipInformation on the role and the range of activities offered my Dunfermline and West Fife Community Health Partnership.Fife CouncilVisit Fife Council website for information on mental health locally.Glenrothes and North East Fife Community Health Partnership Contact details for the Community health Partnership in Glenrothes and North East Fife.Kirkcaldy and Levenmouth Community Health Partnership Contact details for the Community Health Partnership in Kirkcaldy and Levenmouth.MoodcafePromoting mental health across the whole of Fife
Forth ValleyNHS Forth Valley NHS Forth Valley will be the single NHS organisation to serve the population of Forth Valley. Find out more about mental health promotion in Forth Valley.Clackmannanshire Community Health Partnership The Community Health Partnership and its structures include health care specialists in the statutory and voluntary sectors, Clackmannanshire Council and CVS Clackmannanshire. Clackmannanshire CouncilVisit Clackmannanshire Council website for information on mental health locally.Falkirk Community Health Partnership Information on the Community Health Partnership in Falkirk.Falkirk CouncilVisit Falkirk Council website for useful links to mental health services in the area.Moodjuice This site is designed to help you think about emotional problems and work towards solving them. Each topic area has a set of links relating to it that provides useful information and guidance.Stirling Community Health Partnership Information on the Community Health Partnership in Stirling.Stirling CouncilVisit Stirling Council website for information on mental health locally.
Greater Glasgow and ClydeEast Dunbartonshire Community Health PartnershipVisit for details of the Community Health Partnership in East Dunbartonshire.East Renfrewshire Community Health and Care Partnership Visit for details of the Community Health and Care Partnership in East Renfrewshire.Glasgow City Community Health and Care Partnerships Visit for details on the community health and care partnerships in Glasgow; North, East, South-East, South-West and West.Inverclyde Community Health and Care PartnershipVisit for details of the Community Health and Care Partnership in Inverclyde.NHS Greater GlasgowNHS Greater Glasgow is the single NHS organisation to serve the population of Greater Glasgow. Renfrewshire Community Health Partnership Visit for details of the Community Health Partnership in Renfrewshire.West Dunbartonshire Community Health Partnership Visit for details of the Community Health Partnership in West Dunbartonshire.Getting AheadThe Getting Ahead Project helps families through the challenges of being a parent. This project is based in East Renfrewshire.
HighlandArgyll and Bute Community Health PartnershipVisit for details of the Community Health Partnership for Argyll and Bute.Highland Council Visit Highland Council website for information on mental health locally.HUG HUG believes that people with direct experience of mental health problems have an expertise that cannot be found elsewhere. Collective advocacy can harness this expertise and use it to influence the ways in which services are developed and run, to educate professionals and the public, and to also empower and influence individual members’ lives.Mid Highland Community Health Partnership Visit for details of the Community Health Partnership for Mid Highland.North Highland Community Health PartnershipVisit for details of the Community Planning Partnership for North Highland.Ness FoundationThe Ness Foundation (previously The Highland Psychiatric Research Foundation) is a charitable organisation researching schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, depression and ADHD. t: 01463 220 407 e: info@ness-foundation.org.uk NHS Highland NHS Highland is dedicated to improving the health of the people of the Highlands. Visit the site for more information on mental health and wellbeing.South East Highland Community Planning Partnership Visit for details of the Community Planning Partnership for North East Highland.
Lanarkshireelement Lanarkshire’s first stop for on-line mental health and well-being information.NHS Lanarkshire NHS Lanarkshire provides community and hospital based health services to more than 553,000 people. Visit the site for more information on Mental Health and Wellbeing in Lanarkshire North Lanarkshire Community Health Partnership Visit for details of the Community Planning Partnership for North Lanarkshire.North Lanarkshire CouncilVisit North Lanarkshire Council for information on mental health locallySouth Lanarkshire Community Health Partnership Visit for details of the Community Planning Partnership for South Lanarkshire.South Lanarkshire CouncilVisit South Lanarkshire Council for information on mental health locally
LothianThe City of Edinburgh CouncilVisit The City of Edinburgh Council for information on mental health locallyEast Lothian Community Health Partnership Visit for details of the Community Health Partnership for East Lothian.East Lothian Council Visit East Lothian Council for information on mental health locally.edspace Information service for mental health in Edinburgh.Edinburgh Community Health Partnership Visit for details of the Community Health Partnership for Edinburgh.Health in MindHealth in Mind’s principle purpose is to promote the health and well being of people who experience mental health difficulties.Healthy RespectA useful source of information and advice on relationships, sexual health and working with young people.Mid Lothian Community Health PartnershipVisit for details of the Community Health Partnership for Mid Lothian.Mid Lothian CouncilVisit Mid Lothian Council for information on mental health locallyMidSpace Information service for mental health in Mid LothianNHS Lothian The Lothian NHS Board is a unified board charged with reducing inequalities and improving health in Lothian. West Lothian Community Health and Care Partnership Visit for details of the Community Health and Care Partnership for West Lothian.West Lothian Council Visit West Lothian Council for information on mental health locally
OrkneyNHS Orkney Here to improve the health of the people of Orkney by working in partnership. Orkney Health and Care Visit for details of the community health and social care partnership in Orkney.Orkney Island CouncilVisit Orkney Island Council for information on mental health locally.
ShetlandNHS ShetlandNHS Shetland is dedicated to improving the health of the people of Shetland. Shetland Community Health PartnershipVisit for details of the Community Health Partnership for Shetland.Shetland Island CouncilVisit Shetland Council website for local information on mental health.
TaysideAngus Community Health Partnership Visit for details of the Community Health Partnership in Angus.Angus Council Visit Angus Council website for local information on mental health.Dundee Community Health Partnership Visit for details of the Community Health Partnership in Dundee CityDundee City CouncilVisit Dundee City Council website for local information on mental healthNHS Tayside NHS Tayside provides primary care and secondary care services across Tayside with full supporting services to a population of approximately 400,000. Perth and Kinross Community Health PartnershipVisit for details of the Community Health Partnership in Perth and KinrossPerth and Kinross CouncilVisit Perth and Kinross Council website for local information on mental health
Western IslesNHS Western Isles NHS Western Isles is the single NHS organisation to serve the population of the Western Isles.Western Isles Community Health and Social Care Partnership Visit for details of the Western Isles Community Health and Social Care Partnership.Western Isles Council Visit Western Isles Council website for local information on mental health.
Help CentreThe High Street Help Centre provides information and support for anyone with a problem that’s proving difficult for them to resolve.Men's Health Forum ScotlandA site that provides news, events and information of what is happening across Scotland and beyond in the field of men’s health.Mental Health EuropeA non-governmental organisation committed to the promotion of positive mental health, prevention of mental distress, improvement of care and advocacy.Mental Health FoundationFounded in 1949, the Mental Health Foundation is a leading UK charity that provides information, carries out research, campaigns and works to improve services for anyone affected by mental health problems, whatever their age and wherever they live.Mental Health in the UKMental Health in the UK was established to reform people's concepts about what it means to have a mental health problem. The site contains a forum that you can join.MindMind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales.The National Mental Health Development UnitNMHDU, launched in April 2009, consists of a small central team and a range of programmes funded by both the Department of Health and the NHS to provide national support for mental health policy. PenumbraPenumbra provides an extensive range of person-centred support services for adults and young people. SanelineA confidential telephone helpline (0845 767 8000) offering practical information, crisis care and emotional support to anybody affected by mental health problems. Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH)SAMH operates a range of services across Scotland for people with mental health problems.Scottish Development Centre for Mental HealthThe organisation works with others to achieve better lives for people affected by mental health problems in Scotland.Scottish Recovery NetworkPromotes and supports recovery from long-term mental health problemsTalking ScotlandTalking Scotland is a series of short programmes broadcast across STV covering issues of importance to Scottish people, including mental health.World Federation for Mental HealthThe World Federation for Mental Health is an international, multidisciplinary, grassroots advocacy and education organisation concerned with all aspects of mental health.
Mental Welfare Commission ScotlandThe Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland works to safeguard the rights and welfare of everyone with a mental health problem.Sense ScotlandSense Scotland is a leader in the field of communication and innovative support services for people who are marginalised because of challenging behaviour, health care issues and the complexity of their support needs.UPDATE UPDATE is Scotland’s disability information service.They run a helpline for members of the public with any disability query: whatever the disability, whatever the question.
Centre for Confidence and WellbeingThe centre’s purpose is to advance the education of the public in the field of cognitive psychology, particularly in relation to cognitive processes and techniques to enhance problem solving and increase confidence, optimism, life-satisfaction and happiness.Men's Health Forum ScotlandA site that provides news, events and information of what is happening across Scotland and beyond in the field of men’s health.Mental Health FoundationFounded in 1949, the Mental Health Foundation is a leading UK charity that provides information, carries out research, campaigns and works to improve services for anyone affected by mental health problems, whatever their age and wherever they live.NHS24NHS 24 is a confidential telephone health advice and information service available across Scotland (08454 242424). NHS Health ScotlandNHS Health Scotland works at a national level to support organisations, policy-makers, communities and individuals to take action to improve health and reduce health inequalities across Scotland. PenumbraPenumbra provides an extensive range of person-centred support services for adults and young people. SamaritansThe Samaritans helpline (08457 90 90 90) is available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair.Scotland's Health on the Web (SHOW)Online health information provided by NHS Scotland.Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH)SAMH operates a range of services across Scotland for people with mental health problems.Scottish Development Centre for Mental HealthThe organisation works with others to achieve better lives for people affected by mental health problems in Scotland.Scottish Recovery NetworkPromotes and supports recovery from long-term mental health problemssee me… ScotlandChallenges stigma and discrimination around mental health issues in Scotland.Social Work ScotlandAccess the full range of information about Changing Lives - the change programme for social work services.Voices of ExperienceVOX (Voices of Experience) is a national mental health service user led organisation that works to create an environment where mental health problems are not a barrier to participating in any aspect of Scottish society.
Association for Post Natal IllnessThe work of the Association is essential as post-natal illness affects between 70,000 and 100,000 women and their babies in the UK every year. ParentLine ScotlandFree, confidential telephone helpline for parents and anyone caring for a child in Scotland (0808 800 2222). You can call about any problem big or small. ParentLine Scotland is open: Monday, Wednesday and Friday (9am - 5pm) and Tuesday and Thursday (9am - 9pm).
Bipolar Fellowship Scotland Bipolar Fellowship Scotland provides information, support and advice for people affected by bipolar disorder or manic depression. Hearing Voices NetworkThe Scottish Hearing Voices Network (Intervoice) was established to promote a positive image of those who hear voices, see visions and other extraordinary experiences.Manic Depression FellowshipInformation and online message boards for people with manic depression, their families and carers and health professionals.Meehl FoundationThe Meehl Foundation is a non-profit organisation dedicated to helping families and individuals live successfully with bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression and other serious mental illnesses.National Schizophrenia Fellowship Scotland Works to improve the wellbeing and the quality of life of those affected by schizophrenia and other mental illness, including families and carers.Open the DoorsWorld-wide information on stigma and discrimination because of Schizophrenia.Scottish Personality Disorder NetworkA useful website for professionals, carers and anyone interested in personality disorders.
British Heart Foundation For more than 40 years, the British Heart Foundation has been at the forefront of the fight against heart disease, research, education, care and much more. Paths for All PartnershipThe Paths for All Partnership was set up to facilitate the development and promotion of paths and other routes for recreation, health and wellbeing, sustainable transport and economic development.Physical Activity and Health Alliance ConferenceA website that contains information and resources on the national physical activity strategy 'Let's Make Scotland More Active'. It includes a section on mental and physical health.Reforesting ScotlandReforesting Scotland is a networking organisation for those active in the ecological and social regeneration of Scotland.
Families Outside[end linkFamilies Outside provides support to families affected by imprisonment.The Sainsbury Centre for Mental HealthThe Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health works to improve mental health services in prison and those with mental health problems in custody. It also works to tackle unemployment among those with mental health problems.
RethinkImproving the lives of everyone affected by severe mental illness.Scottish Recovery NetworkPromotes and supports recovery from long-term mental health problems
Like Minds, Like Mine Like Minds, Like Mine is a public health funded project based in Aotearoa New Zealand. It aims to reduce the stigma of mental illness and the discrimination that people with experience of mental illness face everyday in the community.Mental Health MediaAn organisation working to bring about equality and respect for people who experience mental health problems.see me… ScotlandChallenges stigma and discrimination around mental health issues in Scotland.Theatre NEMOAn award winning campaigning theatre company and charity set up to give a voice to social issues, especially mental healthTurning Point Scotland Turning Point tackles social exclusion by providing customised community care packages for people who have been excluded as a result of poor mental health, learning disabilities, homelessness or drug and alcohol misuse.Voices of ExperienceVOX (Voices of Experience) is a national mental health service user led organisation that works to create an environment where mental health problems are not a barrier to participating in any aspect of Scottish society.
Brook Advisory Service Brook offers free and confidential sexual health advice and contraception to young people up to the age of 25.FPA (The Family Planning Association)fpa (formerly the Family Planning Association), is the only recognised charity working to improve the sexual health and reproductive rights of all the people throughout the UK.Heart to HeartHeart to Heart offers support to those who have been affected by divorce or separation. It’s also accessible to those helping friends and family through divorce or separation.LGBT Youth ScotlandLGBT Scotland is a national youth organisation committed to the inclusion of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people in the life of Scotland. Information and advice on LGBT issues plus details of local organisations and help lines.R U ThinkingA site for young people. It provides a wide range of information about sexual health and relationships. It also has a searchable database of useful resources.Scottish Marriage CareScottish Marriage Care provides relationship counselling to couples and individuals all over Scotland.
Department for work and pensions – Research and statisticsThe Health Department Analytical Services Division comprises social researchers, statisticians and economists, providing analytical support across all areas of health and care in the Health and Wellbeing Directorate.The Equality and Human Rights Commission ScotlandThe Equality and Human Rights Commission Scotland champions equality and human rights for all, working to eliminate discrimination, reduce inequality, protect human rights and to build good relations, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to participate in society.Scottish Centre for Social ResearchA Scottish resource for studies in the field of social policy and public services.Scottish Institute of Human Relations (SIHR)The Institute conducts research projects and provides training on mental health issues in infancy, childhood and adolescence.Scottish Public Health ObservatoryThe Scottish Public Health Observatory provides background, interpretation, policy notes, commentaries on data sources, references and links to further information for a wide range of topics relating to the health of the Scottish population including mental health.
FirstSignsA voluntary organisation that raises awareness about the syndrome of self injury in the UK and beyond.National Self Harm Network The NSHN is a survivor-led organisation committed to campaigning for the rights and understanding of people who self-injure. The Network is focused on its campaign to improve treatment in Accident and Emergency departments, publishing leaflets for health staff and people who self-injure. Self HarmThis site is a key information resource for young people who self-harm, their friends and families, and for professionals working with them.
Living Life to the FullLiving Life to the Full provides a free online course on cognitive behaviour therapy. CBT is an evidence-based and structured form of psychotherapy that aims to alter the unhelpful thinking (cognitions) and behaviour that commonly occur during times of distress.MoodjuiceThis site is designed to help you think about emotional problems and work towards solving them. Each topic area has a set of links relating to it that provides useful information and guidance.
Sudden Trauma Information Service Helpline (STISH)STISH gives guidance on what the normal reactions are to sudden traumatic events, when professional help should be sought, details of other sources of help and support and advice on employment, legal and financial matters.
Choose LifeChoose Life is the national strategy and action plan to prevent suicide in Scotland. Check out what is happening in your local area.The International Association for Suicide PreventionIASP provides a forum for national and local suicide prevention organisations, researchers, volunteers, clinicians and professionals to share knowledge, provide support and collaborate in suicide prevention around the world.PapyrusPrevention of young suicide and the promotion of mental health and emotional wellbeing.Suicide Awareness Voices of EducationSuicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) works to prevent suicide through public awareness and education, eliminate stigma and provide resources to those touched by suicide.Survivors of Bereavement by SuicideSurvivors of Bereavement by Suicide exists to meet the needs and break the isolation of those bereaved by the suicide of a close relative or friend.
Centre for Confidence and Wellbeing The centre’s purpose is to advance the education of the public in the field of cognitive psychology, particularly in relation to cognitive processes and techniques to enhance problem solving and increase confidence, optimism, life-satisfaction and happiness.Choose Life Choose Life offer a suite of courses to enable people to become more confident and willing to explore signs of suicide risk and to provide support and help.Mindfields CollegeMindfields College is a training organisation that visits Scotland regularly. It runs seminars, workshops and a diploma course on the effective and fast psychotherapeutic treatment of severe depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma and psychosis.Scotland's Mental Health First AidInformation on training courses in mental health first aid.
Association for Post Natal IllnessThe work of the Association is essential as post-natal illness affects between 70,000 and 100,000 women and their babies in the UK every year. Beyond Blue Australia’s national depression initiative. Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM)Working with people from the music, sport and club scenes, CALM encourages young men to 'open up' and sort out their problems.The International Association for Suicide PreventionIASP provides a forum for national and local suicide prevention organisations, researchers, volunteers, clinicians and professionals to share knowledge, provide support and collaborate in suicide prevention around the world.IIMHL (International Initiative for Mental Health Leadership)IIMHL is a joint endeavour of the National Institute for Mental Health in England, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration of the United States, the Mental Health Directorate of the Ministry of Health New Zealand and other international partners. The Initiative facilitates the sharing of best practices internationally.Like Minds, Like Mine Like Minds, Like Mine is a public health funded project based in Aotearoa New Zealand. It aims to reduce the stigma of mental illness and the discrimination that people with experience of mental illness face everyday in the community.Mental Health EuropeA non-governmental organisation committed to the promotion of positive mental health, prevention of mental distress, improvement of care and advocacy.Mental Health in the UKMental Health in the UK was established to reform people's concepts about what it means to have a mental health problem. The site contains a forum that you can join.MindMind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales.The National Mental Health Development Unit NMHDU, launched in April 2009, consists of a small central team and a range of programmes funded by both the Department of Health and the NHS to provide national support for mental health policy. Open the DoorsWorld-wide information on stigma and discrimination because of Schizophrenia.SanelineA confidential telephone helpline (0845 767 8000) offering practical information, crisis care and emotional support to anybody affected by mental health problems. Suicide Awareness Voices of EducationSuicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) works to prevent suicide through public awareness and education, eliminate stigma and provide resources to those touched by suicide.TogetherTogether’s focus is to support people who have complex and enduring mental health issues.World Federation for Mental HealthThe World Federation for Mental Health is an international, multidisciplinary, grassroots advocacy and education organisation concerned with all aspects of mental health.World Health OrganizationThe World Health Organization is the United Nations specialised agency in health.