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Normal behaviour can be disturbed by the sorts of stressful events that we all experience from time to time.
For example you may feel:
- Low when a friend or relative dies,
- Stressed when you move house or study for exams
- Sngry after failing an exam
These are all natural feelings and although the feelings may be very intense for a short period, these changes will probably only be temporary. Support, patience and understanding will help you get back to normal. If these feelings are prolonged it might be helpful to discuss it with a GP who may be able to arrange for support or counselling.
This fact sheet provides information if the problems of a friend or relative are prolonged and you fear they may be developing a mental health problem. It covers the following topics:
- Signs that something is not quite right
- What next?
- Where do I start?
- Asking for help
- Seeking help from a doctor
- Common responses from doctors
- Asking for help elsewhere
- Is there anything else I can do?
- Further information.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that single copies of individual fact sheets are available free of charge to users of mental health services and their carers, but multiple copies are chargeable to organisations at the rates shown per copy. Photocopying of individual fact sheets by organisations is strictly prohibited.
