What can I do to look after my mental health and wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Many sources of help and advice about how to cope during this challenging time can be found online.

If you are coping with low mood, anxiety, stress or insomnia it is worth trying some of the self-help resources and online courses recommended below. 

Go to this page to access free, online courses which can help to improve your mental health and wellbeing.

Go to this page to access apps to boost mental and emotional health, for advice and information about preventing self harm, tools for coping with PTSD, suicide prevention and more.

Go to this page for information on and to access books and leaflets for improving mental health and wellbeing.

People with learning disabilities and those who care for them will need specialist support:

Go to this page for apps suitable for people with learning disabilities and mental health issues, an easy-read guide on looking after yourself and details of organisations and charities which offer support.

If you are continuing to struggle with your mental health after trying some of the resources including Silver Cloud, please speak to your GP. 

Your GP may then refer you to our Local Primary Mental Health Support Services (LPMHSS) or to the most appropriate specialist service for you.

If you are referred, a nurse assessor will arrange an online consultation to carry out a mental health assessment and when appropriate, work with you to create a personalised plan of care.

This is often provided through group therapy as this is known to be a powerful and effective way of providing this treatment.

Nurse assessors may also advise you to join community groups and activities and consider your employment options.