Books:

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The “overcoming” collection of self-help books are very useful when looking to understand some mental health problems from a cognitive behavioural perspective. Within this range there is the following:

 

• “Overcoming Depression” by P. Gilbert

• “Overcoming Worry and Generalised Anxiety Disorders by K. Mears and M. Freeston

• “Overcoming Low self-esteem” by M. Fennell

• “Overcoming Health Anxiety” by R.Wilson and D.Veale

 

For issues related to trauma the following book might be useful:

 

• “The Compassionate Mind by P.Gilbert

• “The Body Keeps The Score” by B. Van Der Kolk

 

Useful apps for Mental health:

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• CALM – helps to build up techniques in Mindfulness which can be helpful to manage worry, anxiety and general emotion regulation.

• How We Feel (free app) – Helps encourage you to identify and understand your emotions. What triggers unwanted emotions for you and how best to manage these.

 

Trusted Mental Health Resources:

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• Mind UK (mind.org.uk) – supportive guides on a wide range of mental health topicswww.mind.org.uk

• NHS Every Mind Matters – Free advice and coping tips from NHS clinicians

• Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust have written a series of self-help guides covering a wide range of topics on mental health such as depression, anxiety and stress. They can be accessed here: www.selfhelp.cntw.nhs.uk