Advice: What to do if someone is unwell

 
Feeling mentally 'unwell' is daunting enough, but not knowing who to turn to or what to do is even worse.
Often it is difficult to know what to do if either a loved one is becoming depressed or you think someone you know is becoming unwell.

In a crisis or emergency - see our section on what to do in a crisis which explains how to access emergency help and what to do if you are worried about your own well-being or someone else.		  
 
     
You may wonder -What to I do? Who do I speak to??
You can contact Mind Jersey for support and advice 0845 7359 404

Useful resources:

Mind's guide "How to cope as a carer" has a section on what is the best way to give support.  Explaining the importance of listening - just being there for the person, as well as more practical things you can do.  It provides useful information not just for carers, but family, friends and anyone who just wants to know what to say or who worries about saying the wrong thing.

Mind guide to the "Early signs of mental distress" - an online leaflet for people who want to know more, particularly those who may be experiencing it, their friends, family and work colleagues. 

Mind guide to "managing stress" an in-depth guide for anyone who wants to know how to cut their stress levels.

Mind guide, how to "Parent when you're in a crisis." This hopes to help parents who are going through a difficult time avoid a crisis.