Following a traumatic event, your brain can stay in survival mode and the alarm can keep on ringing. This can make it difficult to use the thinking part of your brain to make sense of trauma.
The following links will take you to answers to questions that you may have: I am struggling to manage at home I am a carer and need more support My care team did not arrive? My carer is unwell and can’t support me at present. What do I do? Where can I get information about
This a self-help booklet designed to help you manage difficulties with worry by using strategies to manage the thoughts, behaviours and feelings associated with worry.
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An exercise in helping you find a balance in life and actively putting those positive activities back into your life.
Some of the Behaviour Support Services have a remit to deliver this training to Care Homes within their Health and Social Care Partnership area as part of the Stress and Distress national training plan . Essentials in Psychological Care – Dementia Training Programme for the Care Home Sector (skilled level) The aim of this one day Essentials
Audio tracks used as part of the Pain Management Programme The following downloads are part of the NHS Lothian Pain Management Programme. You will be introduced to some or all of these exercises during the group. Disclaimer: Do not listen while driving or operating heavy machinery
Some people increase their use of alcohol or substances following a trauma. This is often an attempt to block out painful memories, thoughts or feelings related to the trauma.
Each person’s reaction to a cardiac event is unique. Some people report an initial sense of relief at receiving help and increased appreciation of life. At the same time, it is quite normal to experience early feelings of fear, frustration or irritability. Most people will go through a number of different reactions and gradually feel more positive over
There are many organisations and charities in the Lothian region which provide a wide range of support to parents and families. Directories You can look for local organisations and how to access their support in the following directories: Directory of perinatal mental health support in Lothian: Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Third Sector Service Directory
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