Find out how to manage and improve your mental health and wellbeing

Everyone has mental health. In Northern Ireland one in five people will experience mental ill health at any time. There are things everyone can do to manage and improve their mental health.

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Not sure where to get started?

If you feel you can manage your own mental health and wellbeing, a good place to start is reading and learning about mental health and trying to build in some of the things that might help into your daily life. You can also learn more by attending training. 

Your GP is an important source of support. If you are concerned about your mental health, you should book an appointment. There are many services in Northern Ireland that can provide support to help you protect and improve your mental health and wellbeing. You can search what is available on the finding help page. 

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  • Anxiety

    Anxiety is what we feel when we are worried, tense or afraid. Most people feel anxious at times. Sometimes feelings of anxiety can be strong and last longer than normal and this can make it hard to deal with everyday life. Help and support is available.

  • Stress

    Stress is the feeling of being under too much mental or emotional pressure. Help and support is available to help manage stress.

  • Low mood and depression

    Low mood is something most people feel at times but when this feeling lasts more than a short period of time, it may be depression. Help and support is available.

  • Other mental illnesses

    Find out more about bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder, psychosis and schizophrenia.

  • Drugs and alcohol

    All drugs and alcohol have some effect on your mental health. You should think carefully about the risks before you take a substance.

  • Self-harm

    Self-harm is any non-accidental behaviour that causes or could cause harm to a person. Help and support is available. 

  • Suicide

    If you are having thoughts of suicide, it is important that you get help. Speak to someone you trust, like your GP, or call Lifeline on 0808 808 8000.

  • Bereavement

    Grief is a complex and personal issue, and affects people in different ways. Help and support is available.

  • Perinatal mental health

    Becoming a parent is a big life event. Having a baby is a special and memorable time, but it can also be difficult and impact mental health and wellbeing. Help and support is available.