Caring

Written specifically with people affected by mental illness and their carers in mind,  this book helps people understand and apply the basic concepts of cognitive therapy for psychosis.

A guide to bipolar disorder (manic depression) answering basic questions in an easy to read format.

A briefing paper on sharing mental health information with carers: pointers to good practice for service providers.

CUES is a leaflet for carers that helps plan support and care. Currently out of print, but available for download.

This factsheet looks at the care available to someone with a mental health problem, including aftercare for someone who has been under a ‘treatment’ section of the Mental Health Act.

A book on caring for someone with a mental illness written by an experienced carer.

A factsheet on the right carers have to be assessed by social services and the process involved.

Fully updated third edition of the essential guide for people caring for someone with mental illness.

This factsheet provides information if the problems of a friend or relative are prolonged and you fear they may be developing a mental health problem.

This factsheet provides advice on understanding and coping with unusual thoughts and behaviours in someone with a mental illness, and how to help the person cope with them.