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Mental Health in the UK The results revealed that mental health issues are seen as 'afflictions that affect the brain and the mind'. They were seen as distinct from other diseases like cancer. The British tradition of'stiff upper lip' suggests that many are still reluctant to seek help. Some people with severe mental distress may be referred to inpatient treatment outside their community. Treatment In the UK the United Kingdom, mental health services are part of the country's much-loved National Health Service (NHS) that provides quality, free healthcare to all regardless of their income. This includes access to doctors, surgeries, and hospital stays. The NHS has existed since 1948, and its mission is to provide high-quality medical care to the population of Britain. However, the NHS is not without its challenges. Many patients suffering from mental health issues experience long waits to see a specialist. The NHS must tackle this issue to ensure that patients receive timely care. The NHS also needs to intensify its efforts to preventative and early intervention, which could help people suffering from mental health issues avoid the more serious problems. Mental health issues can be a problem for anyone at any time. However certain groups are more vulnerable to mental health issues than others. This includes women, young people and LGBTQIA+. People living in low-income households are more likely to be afflicted by mental illness. People suffering from mental health issues such as depression have a choice of treatment options. The NHS suggests a combination of self-help, talk therapies and medication. The type of medication prescribed will depend on the kind of depression that a person suffers from. The NHS may prescribe antidepressants in order to treat mild to moderate depression as well as anti-anxiety medications for severe anxiety disorders. Despite increasing awareness of mental health problems in the UK stigma remains an issue. Many people are hesitant to seek treatment, and many aren't receiving the help they require. The NHS has worked to reduce stigma but there is more to be done. The stigma is particularly harmful to children and young people. Mental health services need to be adequately funded, as the current investment levels are not enough to meet demand. The BMA calls on the government to increase funding for mental health services and to set ambitious and measurable goals to increase the number of employees. This includes a comprehensive and frequent collection of worker data 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 with preventions. There is a wide range of prevention options available to those suffering from mental health issues. These include talking therapies (also known as cognitive behaviour therapy) and psychiatric medication. These services are offered by the NHS and some local authorities in England. These services are often provided for free and very helpful to many people. It is crucial to remember that most mental health conditions are treatable and people are able to recover. However, the NHS and other institutions have been unable to meet rising demand for these services due to funding cuts. This has resulted in lengthy waiting lists, and sometimes delays when it comes to receiving the proper treatment and support. One of the most important aspects for prevention is to prevent a mental illness from developing in the beginning. This is particularly important for young people, where there is a peak rate of mental health problems and where there is a greater risk of experiencing severe symptoms than people in older groups of age. The GP is the key to identifying and providing preventive treatment. In the UK, there is a significant emphasis on providing preventive treatment for mental health problems as part of the National Health Service. This system was created in 1948 to provide high-quality, free health care to all. It covers mental health care as well as access to a doctor, surgery and other medical treatments. The system is under stress because of government budget cuts. But, it's an excellent system overall. It gives people a regular check-in to discuss their mental health, which can be very useful for those who are worried or are at greater risk of a mental health problem. It also offers information and links to self-management guidance and peer support services. There is also a focus on the prevention of suicide. This is a serious problem that affects all of us at all ages. However it is the most common amongst youth and is one of UK's leading causes of premature death. There is work to be done to decrease the number of suicides and this includes training mental health workers and enhancing the accessibility of community-based help and ensuring that individuals can get the help they need close to home. Support Anyone with mental health issues can seek help and support. If you're experiencing problems or are concerned about someone you know, you can reach the NHS helplines. The NHS website provides information on how to access the services. If someone is in immediate danger, they can dial 999, which will connect them with police and ambulance services. If they are in danger they can visit the A&E department at the local hospital where they will be viewed by healthcare professionals. They will treat any signs that are physical and alert the local mental health team. Community mental health teams are for those who require more in-depth and specialized treatment. These teams could include psychiatric nursing, an occupational therapist and a psychologist. They can also refer to local authority social services if the person requires assistance with food, housing or money. There are often long waiting lists for appointments with consultants. The government is working to improve this area. The Mental Health Act allows for a person to be hospitalized if they are at risk of harming them or others. This option is only accessible to those who are considered to be at risk of imminent harm and have had a psychiatric evaluation. The government is aiming to increase the quality and accessibility of this service. Many people suffering from mental health issues find that complementary and alternative therapies are helpful. There are a variety of charities that offer these types of treatments. You can go to Hub of Hope to search for help in your local area. The government's long term plan aims to ensure that people have access to a complete set of crisis and acute mental health services across England. This includes adult crisis teams as well as home treatment teams. By 2021, every region will have a 24-hour service. A new universal 111 number will make it easier to access urgent mental health care. Crisis solutions such as safe shelters and crisis cafes that provide an alternative to A&E or inpatient admission to a psychiatric hospital. Specialized liaison mental health teams within A&E departments and general hospital wards, to ensure that patients receive the appropriate treatment for their mental and physical health. Resources For those suffering from mental health problems There are a variety of paid-for and free NHS services accessible to those who need them. These include psychiatrists who use evidence-based treatments, as psychologists, as well as social work professionals. Psychologists are trained in medicine and are able to prescribe medications, while psychologists help patients manage their conditions through therapy for talk. Many people who suffer from mental health problems struggle to find the assistance they require and aren't sure where to go. In addition to specialist assistance there are a range of charities that provide assistance and advice. Samaritans and Place2Be are among the charities that offer assistance and advice. Anyone suffering from anxiety or depression should try to contact an counselor. Suicidal patients should dial a suicide hotline or visit a crisis center. While there have been improvements in NHS mental health services since the COVID-19 pandemic began, overall demand continues to exceed the supply. This is further exacerbated by budget cuts, which have cut funding overall. The NHS Long Term Plan contains plans to create a ringfenced local fund worth around PS2.3bn a year by 2023/24. 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 are an excellent way to determine the mental health needs within communities and determine the funding requirements, service delivery and the provision of services. NHS England has developed a toolkit to help mental health commissioners create local JSNAs. NHS Digital also has a monthly dataset of mental health services that includes the number of ward stays, referrals, and other activity. In the wake of the pandemic it has led to an increase in the number of people referred for assessment and treatment. The epidemic has placed more pressure on NHS mental health services. In certain areas there is a deficiency of capacity and patients are being sent away from home to receive their treatment. This is also affecting older individuals as well as children, and those who identifie themselves as LGBTQIA+. Public Health England has monitored the mental health of the general population throughout this pandemic using a variety of surveys that are conducted in real-time. assessment of mental health have reported that self-reported levels have increased in comparison to prior to the pandemic.