East Riding Council promotes free adult mental health service
East Riding of Yorkshire Council is encouraging residents to access a free wellbeing programme designed to tackle isolation and manage anxiety ahead of World Mental Health Day.
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East Riding of Yorkshire Council is encouraging adults struggling with their mental health to join its free Wellbeing for Us programme ahead of World Mental Health Day, the BBC reported. The initiative is open to local residents aged 18 and over. [1]
According to the BBC, the service features face-to-face workshops and informal peer support social groups. The sessions cover topics such as managing stress, reducing anxiety, and boosting self-esteem. [1]
The council stated that the initiative aims to build personal confidence, encourage social connections, and decrease isolation among residents. It also helps participants connect with wider resources, including local NHS referrals and community organisations. [1]
Mental health conditions are defined by behavioral or mental patterns that create significant distress or impair daily functioning. These disturbances can involve emotional regulation, cognition, or behavior, and they may present as single, persistent, or relapsing episodes. [2]
In short
- East Riding of Yorkshire Council offers the free Wellbeing for Us service to adults aged 18 and over.
- The programme includes face-to-face workshops and peer support social groups.
- Topics covered include stress management, anxiety reduction, and boosting self-esteem.
- The initiative helps residents access NHS referrals and local community organisations.
Sources
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- [1]Service increases access to mental health supportBBC Health, 1h ago (the report this story comes from)
Background
- [2]Mental disorder on Wikipedia
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