Local information and support for mental health
You should see your GP if you feel like your mental health is affecting your daily life, relationships, work or causing you distress.
The good news is that you can do things to:
- help our moods
- reduce the risk of depression
- strengthen relationships
- keep us healthy
- add years to our lives!
Follow the 5 ways to wellbeing and improve your mental health?
- Connect with the people around you. Close relationships with friends and family can add up to 7 years to our lives! Have a conversation, pass the time of day, make time for a chat or a cuppa with a neighbour.
- Be active. Discover a physical activity you enjoy and suits your level of mobility and fitness. Exercise makes you feel good and can improve your mood. Visit Active North Tyneside to find out more.
- Take notice. Savour the moment. Whether walking to work, around a local park, eating your lunch or talking to friends. This will help you appreciate what matters to you.
- Keep learning. Enjoy achieving a new challenge and boost your confidence. Try something new or rediscover an old interest. Find out more about Adult Learning.
- Give. Join a volunteer group or do something nice for someone. It can be rewarding and a good way to connect. Voda provide support, advice and training to volunteers.