First Steps

If you've come this far, you've taken the vital first step to improving your mental health - deciding to take action.

The ability to see our situation and ourselves clearly is often the first thing to desert us in times of difficulty. So how can we really know if we're having a problem or not?

The bottom line?

Being able to feel joy, anger, sadness and Anxiety:
Anxiety is a common problem experienced by around one in ten of the population. It has many symptoms and different people experience…
moreanxiety is normal and healthy. Our emotions only become a problem if they keep interfering with our lives, stop us leading the life we want to lead and achieving the things we want to.

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If you're feeling Suicide:
Suicide is an act of self harm that results in death. Suicide is everyone's business and affects individuals, friends, families, loved ones, co-workers and whole communities.
moresuicidal or are worried about someone else you think might be, don't wait - click here to find out how you can get help straight away.

How are you?

Try our Quick Quiz for a rough guide to how mentally healthy you are right now.

Stress Test

Stress is a common problem and has major implications for both mental and physical health. Take our test to find out if it's affecting you.

Seeing a Doctor about a mental health problem

Seeing a doctor can be daunting at any time but especially if we're feeling down. Read our notes on getting the most out of your visit.