Where to look

Mind: Trusted Mental Health Support
Whether you're looking to learn more about a specific mental health condition or explore ways to improve your wellbeing, Mind offers reliable information, practical advice, and self-help resources for people of all ages.

Explore their resources: understanding the types of mental health problems as well as tips for everyday living.

ADHD UK ADHD UK is a national charity dedicated to supporting people affected by ADHD. Their website provides trusted information about ADHD, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, practical strategies, and guidance for individuals, families, and professionals.

Visit: ADHD UK

NHS Mental Health The NHS provides trusted, evidence-based information on a wide range of mental health conditions, symptoms, treatments, and self-help strategies. You can also find guidance on accessing NHS mental health services, talking therapies, and urgent support when you need it.

Visit: NHS Mental Health

Mental Health UK Resources Mental Health UK offers a wide range of free, expert-led resources to support your mental health and wellbeing. From practical self-help guides and wellbeing tools to information on stress, anxiety, sleep, burnout, and resilience, their downloadable resources are designed to help you build healthy coping strategies and support your day-to-day wellbeing. (mentalhealth-uk.org)

Visit: https://mentalhealth-uk.org/help-and-information/downloadable-resources/

Mental Health Foundation The Mental Health Foundation is the UK's leading charity focused on preventing poor mental health. Their website offers trusted, evidence-based information, practical wellbeing advice, self-help guides, and resources to help you understand, protect, and improve your mental health. (Mental Health Foundation)

Visit: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/

Royal College of Psychiatrists: Medication Information

The Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCPsych) provides trusted, evidence-based information to help you better understand common mental health medications and treatments. These patient information guides explain how medications work, their benefits and possible side effects, and offer practical guidance to help you make informed decisions alongside your healthcare professional.

Explore the guides:

• Antidepressants – Information on how antidepressants work, when they may be prescribed, and what to expect.

• Antipsychotics – Guidance on antipsychotic medications, including uses, benefits, and side effects.

• Stopping Antidepressants – Advice on reducing or stopping antidepressants safely, including withdrawal symptoms and tapering.

• Alzheimer's Drug Treatments – Information about medications used to help manage the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Learning Disability and Autism

These resources are designed to support autistic people, people with a learning disability, and their families and carers. They offer practical guidance on communication, advocacy, and working with health, care, and education services to ensure your voice is heard.

Resources:

• Ask Listen Do (NHS England) – Information and resources to help people raise concerns and have their voices heard.
  https://www.england.nhs.uk/learning-disabilities/about/ask-listen-do/

• Ask Listen Do Resources (Speak Up) – Accessible resources for autistic people and people with a learning disability.
  https://www.speakup.org.uk/asklistendo

• Top Tips for Family Carers – Practical guidance for family carers on communicating and working with services.
  https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Ask-Listen-Do.pdf

• Resources for Families and Schools – Guidance to support positive conversations between families and schools.
  https://www.wholeschoolsend.org.uk/resources/ask-listen-do-guide-making-conversations-count-all-families

• Ask Listen Do Film – A short video introducing the Ask Listen Do approach for individuals and families.
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4svbf7LXato

Mental Health Helplines

Mind Support Line – 0300 102 1234

A safe, confidential space to talk about your mental health.

Samaritans – 116 123 (24/7)

For anyone in distress, at any time.

Shout – Text SHOUT to 85258 (24/7)

A free crisis text service offering immediate support.

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) – 0800 58 58 58

Support for anyone affected by suicide or suicidal thoughts.

Rethink Mental Illness Advice Line – 0300 5000 927

Information and emotional support for people living with mental illness and their carers.