Well-Being

We all know how important our emotions are when managing our health. If we feel depressed, low, sad, isolated or frustrated, it can drain us and leave us feeling exhausted. It can also affect the amount of pain we experience. Studies have shown that when we are happie when we socialise, when we have fun and enjoyment, the experience of pain is significantly reduced.

To boost your emotional well being, there are many counselling services that offer support. You can find out more at the following links:

MIND:   www.mind.org.uk 
The Mental Health Foundation:     www.mentalhealth.org.uk
Mental health, psychology and psychiatry:     www.psychminded.co.uk
American mental health information:     www.mentalhelp.net
Canadian mental health information:     www.mentalhealth.com
The Counselling Directory:     www.counselling-directory.org.uk

These websites also give you practical tips to boost your moods and positivity.


Expert Patients Programme

The Expert Patients Programme CIC runs courses to help people living with any long-term health condition(s) maintain their health and improve their quality of life. The courses are only available in the UK, but their website is still a good source for trustworthy advice.
For more information go to their website www.expertpatients.co.uk or phone +44 (0) 800 988 5550 for advice.