Road Map for Mental Health

If you're looking for directions on navigating mental health, you're in the right place.

Whether you're here for yourself or for someone else, we all need help with our mental health at times, and knowing where to start can be overwhelming.

Our Road Map is a dedicated and comprehensive A-Z of mental health resources, designed to support and signpost people throughout their mental health journey, whatever stage they're at.

All information provided on PITSTOP.Social is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Reach out if you need support.

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT AND RESOURCES

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C.A.L.M
CAMPAIGN AGAINST LIVING MISERABLY
Helpline & Webchat Available 5pm - Midnight


NHS (24/7 CONTACT)
URGENT MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
Find Your Local NHS Mental Health Access Point


PAPYRUS
PREVENSION OF YOUNG SUICIDE
Hopeline 9am - Midnight + Help, Advice & Resources


SANELINE
NATIONAL SPECIALIST
MENTAL HEALTH HELPLINE

Call 4pm - 10pm + Callback Service, TextCare Service & Resources


SAMARITANS
Contact a Samaritan via Call or Email


SHOUT 85258
24/7 TEXT SUPPORT SERVICE
A Volunteer-driven, De-escalation Service


SWITCHBOARD (10AM - 10PM)
LGBT+ HELPLINE
A Safe Space to Discuss Anything


SELF HELP AND OTHER RESOURCES

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Anxiety

Anxiety is a typical response to stress, causing feelings of concern or uneasiness. Whilst it is a common occurrence and affects everyone to varying degrees, there are multiple different types of anxiety to be aware of.

Resources: Anxiety

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and sometimes emotional dysregulation, that can impair daily functioning and development in adults if left undiagnosed from childhood.

Resources: ADHD
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition, manifesting differently in each individual. It's often referred to as a "spectrum" because of the wide variation in the type and severity of symptoms individuals experience.

Resources: Autism
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Bipolar

Bipolar disorder involves extreme changes between manic episodes (elevated mood, high energy, impulsivity) and depressive episodes (profound sadness, negative thought cycles, low energy), and can vary in severity.

Resources: Bipolar
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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) impacts the way you think and feel about yourself and others. It is often characterised by difficulty in regulating emotions, unstable self-image, and intense relationships. Read more here.

Resources: BPD
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Dementia

Dementia encompasses a range of progressive neurological conditions impacting cognitive abilities like memory, reasoning, language, and judgment. It can result from various underlying causes, such as Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia, among others.

Resources: Dementia

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Depression

Depression is defined by an enduring sense of sadness, lack of interest, and diminished pleasure in different activities. It is a condition that can be experienced by anyone, and the symptoms will differ from individual to individual.

Resources: Depression
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Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions and can affect people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Common types of eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and other specified feeding and eating disorders (OSFED).

Resources: Eating Disorders
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterised by intrusive, unwanted thoughts or obsessions, and repetitive behaviours or compulsions aimed at reducing anxiety or distress.

Resources: OCD
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Phobias

Phobias come in different forms, and are a common type of anxiety disorder characterised by an intense and irrational fear of specific objects, situations, or activities. They can significantly impact mental health, leading to distress, impairment in daily functioning, and avoidance behaviours.

Resources: Phobias

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can emerge following exposure to a traumatic event, whether witnessed or experienced first-hand. Symptoms can manifest immediately or appear after a delay of weeks or months.

Resources: PTSD
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Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental health disorder characterised by disruptions in thought processes, perceptions, emotions, and behaviour. Without support and understanding, Schizophrenia can significantly impact an individual's ability to function in daily life.

Resources: Schizophrenia

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