Riya N
How have you found the process of getting the right support for your mental health in your area?I think the real question here would be: Are there any? If so, can somebody tell me who or where I can find them?
-First of all, GP’s are either ill-equipped or not adequately trained to tackle mental health. First response is either being dismissive or shoving anti-depressants to anyone. Secondly, the government/NHS mental health services are over-subscribed which means waiting lists of at least 3yrs. I was given the contacts for Breathing Space and Samaritans, who do not actually help with mental health support but will lend a listening ear when you’re in crisis. Most cases only get escalated or expedited when people present with suicidal plans. Very sad, shocking and actually unacceptable that people should only receive due support/attention only at emergency or crisis point.