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Mental Health in the UK The results revealed that mental health issues are viewed as illnesses affecting the mind and brain They were thought to be distinct from other diseases such as cancer The British tradition ofstiff upper lip suggests that many people are still hesitant to seek treatment Certain people who suffer from extreme mental distress might be referred to inpatient treatment outside their locality Treatment In the UK the UK mental health care is part of the countrys muchloved National Health Service NHS which brings quality free healthcare to everyone regardless of income This includes access to the GP surgeries and hospital stays The NHS was established in 1948 and its mission is bringing quality medical treatment to the people of Britain However the NHS is not without challenges Many patients with mental health issues report long waiting times to visit a specialist The NHS should take action to address this issue and ensure that patients get seen in a timely manner The NHS should also focus more on prevention and early interventions which can help people with mental health problems avoid the more severe problems Anyone can be affected by mental health issues at any time however certain groups are more susceptible to being affected than others This includes women young people and those who are LGBTQIA Lowincome households are more likely to be afflicted by mental illness A number of different treatments are available to those with a mental health condition such as depression The NHS suggests a combination of selfhelp talking therapies and medications The type of depression that sufferers will determine the kind of medication prescribed For example the NHS may prescribe antidepressants for mild to moderate depression and antianxiety medicines for severe anxiety disorders Stigma persists in the UK despite increased awareness about mental health issues Many people are reluctant to seek help and do not get the support they require The NHS has been working to reduce the stigma but there is still much to be done Stigma is especially damaging for young people Mental health services must be adequately financed as current levels of investment are not sufficient to meet the needs The BMA calls on the government to increase the funding for mental health services and to set ambitious and quantifiable goals for expanding the workforce These should include a robust and frequent collection of workforce information by NHS Digital a plan to increase the number of mental health clinicians and a number of meaningful measures for existing staff to retain The following is a list of preventatives People with mental health issues can avail many options for prevention Talking therapies also called cognitive behavioral therapy and psychiatric medication are available These services are offered by the NHS and some local authorities in England Many people who use these services find them helpful and they are often free It is crucial to remember that the majority of mental health issues are treatable and individuals are able to recover Due to funding cuts the NHS and a variety of other organizations arent able to provide these services to a growing demand This has led to long waiting lists and sometimes delays in receiving the appropriate assistance and treatment Preventing mental illness is an essential part of prevention This is especially important in young people as there is a peak prevalence of mental health issues and where there is a greater risk of experiencing severe symptoms than those in older group of people GPs can be key to identifying and providing the right preventive treatment In the UK there is a strong focus on providing preventive healthcare for mental health issues as part of the National Health Service This is a system that was established in 1948 to bring quality free healthcare to all mental health assessments for adults provides mental health services as well as access to doctors surgery and other medical treatments The system is under strain because of budget cuts however it is an effective system overall It allows people to keep track of their health and discuss their mental health This can be very beneficial for those who are worried or at greater risk of a mental illness It also gives them information and links to selfmanagement tips and peer support services Prevention of suicide is a priority It is a major issue that affects everyone of all ages However it is most prevalent amongst youth and is one of UKs leading causes of premature deaths To reduce the number of suicides there is still work to be completed This includes training mental health workers and enhancing communitybased support and ensuring people can receive the assistance they require close to home Support Anyone with a problem of mental health can seek support and help If you are having problems or are concerned about someone you can contact the NHS helplines The NHS website has information on how to get help If you need help dial 999 if someone is in immediate danger This will connect them to ambulance and police services Alternatively they can go to the AE department of their local hospital where they will be examined by medical experts They will treat any symptoms that are physical and notify the local mental health team mental health assessments are for people who require more specific and specialized treatment These teams can include a psychiatric nursing an occupational therapist and a psychologist They may also refer to local authorities social services if the person requires assistance in locating housing food or money There are usually long waiting lists for appointments with consultants The government is working to improve this area If an individual is at risk of harming themselves or others they may be held in hospital under the Mental Health Act This is only possible if the person is considered to be in immediate danger of harm and a psychiatric assessment is carried out The government is working to improve the quality and accessibility of this service Many people with mental problems find that complementary and alternate therapies are helpful These kinds of therapies are offered by a number of charities Hub of Hope can help you find local assistance The longterm plan for the government is to ensure that people have access to a complete set of acute and crisis mental health services across England This includes adult crisis teams as well as home treatment teams In 2021 every area will have a 247 service A new universal 111 number with three digits which will make it easier to get immediate mental health assistance Crisis options like safe havens and crisis cafes that offer an alternative to AE or inpatient admission for psychiatric patients Specialized liaison mental teams within AE departments or general hospital wards to make sure that patients receive the appropriate treatment for their physical and mental health The following resources are available to you For those with mental health issues There are a variety of paidfor and free NHS services accessible to patients This includes psychiatrists who provide evidencebased treatment as well as psychologists and social workers Psychiatrists are medically trained and are able to prescribe medication while psychologists use therapy through talk to help patients manage their condition Many people with mental problems are unable to get the help they require and may not even know where to start In addition to specialist support there are a number of charities that provide assistance and guidance Samaritans and Place2Be are among the charities which can provide advice and help People who suffer from anxiety or depression are advised to talk to an therapy Anyone who is feeling suicidal should contact a suicide hotline or visit a crisis centre Despite some improvements in mental health services provided by the NHS since the COVID19 Pandemic continued to be a problem demand continues to exceed supply Budget cuts have contributed to the problem The NHS Long Term Plan contains plans to create a ringfenced local fund worth at least PS23bn a year at the end of 202324 This is only a tiny part of the total NHS budget Despite these challenges There is still a lot that can be done to improve mental health services JSNAs can be used to identify the key mental health needs of a community and they can be used to guide the decisions regarding funding service delivery and delivery NHS England has produced a toolkit for mental health commissioners to support the development of local JSNAs and NHS Digital has a monthly dataset on mental health services including referrals to services such as ward stays ward visits and other activities The pandemic has led to a significant rise in the number of people being referred for treatment and assessment The pandemic has put greater pressure on NHS mental healthcare services In certain areas there is a deficiency of capacity and patients are being sent away from their homes to receive care This affects older people as well as children and those who identify as LGBTQIA Public Health England has monitored the mental health of the population during this epidemic using a variety of surveys that are conducted in realtime They report that selfreported levels have deteriorated compared to the prepandemic