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Concerns about Psychological Wellbeing

Living with a physical health condition can sometimes feel overwhelming. People may experience difficult thoughts and feelings which feel unmanageable. It is important to know that you aren't alone, and support is available.

 

Accessing support

If you feel you are at immediate risk or danger, please contact NHS (National Health Service) Direct Wales: 111 (Option 2) - www.111.wales.nhs.uk

 

Risk Resources and useful links
  • Samaritans: 116 123 UK (24 hr support line) www.samaritans.org.uk
  • Mind Infoline: 0300 123 3393 (Monday-Friday 9am – 6pm) www.mind.org.uk
  • Saneline: 0300 304 7000 (Everyday, 4:00pm – 10:00pm) www.sane.org.uk
  • C.A.L.L. (Community Advice & Listening Line): 0800 132 737 (24 hours)
  • NHS Direct Wales: 111 www.111.wales.nhs.uk (select option 2)

 

Access these websites for additional support

Melo- Free online website designed to look after your health and wellbeing: Melo Cymru - Mental Health & Wellbeing Resources, Courses & Support

Healthier together- Physical and mental wellbeing help and advice. Offers a range of self-help resources, tips, and psychoeducation: Healthier Together (cymru.nhs.uk)

 

Letting your Team know

If you are struggling with difficult thoughts and feelings please reach out to your GP (General Practitioner), consultant, or clinical nurse specialist who can provide you with information about psychology support services available to you. This may be Primary or Secondary mental health services. Your GP can also discuss referring you to local mental health services if appropriate.

 

Accessing support for patients

If you are concerned someone may be a significant and immediate risk to themselves in terms of suicide or self-harm, consider the following:

  • If the individual at risk is an inpatient in the Royal Gwent Hospital or St Woolos Hospital, and is of working age, contact the Psychiatric Liaison Service
  • If the individual at risk is an inpatient in the Royal Gwent Hospital or St Woolos Hospital and aged 65 or over contact the Specialist Older Adult Liaison Service
  • If the individual at risk is under 18 years of age, contact Ty Bryn Child and Adolescent Unit at St Cadoc’s Hospital (Tel: 01633 436833, fax: 01633 436834) or via the on call CAMHS consultant out of hours.
  • If the individual is an inpatient at another hospital site, contact the Duty Desk at the local adult or older adult community mental health team (CMHT) (see numbers below)
  • If the individual is an outpatient contact their GP and/or the Duty Desk at the local Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) (see numbers below)
  • Duty Desk: 01495 765762