Archive for the “Mental health” category
I now have the confidence to help others
A diagnosis of type 2 diabetes led to depression for Paul but the Expert Patient Programme not only improved his general health and increased his confidence but also led to him volunteering, to help others.
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I have the skills to manage my medical problems now
A pit accident led to conditions including fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, hypertension and breathing problems for Chris. He also has Asperger’s (autism) and says that EPP has changed.
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Despite my depression I discovered a passion for life
Having coped with her son’s illness Gina was diagnosed with clinical depression. Expert Patient Programme has helped her rediscover a passion for life alongside new hobbies, skills and abilities.
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After my heart attacks I regained confidence and a spark for life
Two heart attacks shocked vicar Paul and led to anxiety and a lack of confidence. Expert Patient Programme bought back that confidence and a spark for life, alongside the desire to help other people.
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Without Creative Minds I would not be here today
Debs Taylor’s depression had left her isolated, lost and with no desire to go on. Her recovery through artistic creativity meant she could start to come off her medication and has massively gained in confidence. She is now an advocate for the Trust’s Creative Minds …
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Using my personal experience to help others
Alex struggled throughout his adolescent years feeling isolated from his peers. After facing many ups and downs he found he could use his personal experiences to help others. Alex’s story “I used to think I was unique, the only one going through it. When I …
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Pursuing my love of music
Since being diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Kayla has worked to promote mental health awareness and challenge stigma, helping others to understand more about her condition whilst pursuing her love of music. Kayla Kavanagh is a singer-songwriter from Barnsley. Since being diagnosed with Borderline …
Our recovery colleges
Find out about how our recovery colleges are making a difference in South Yorkshire and learn how the courses are co-produced and co-facilitated with people who have lived experience. Hear from the staff running the college, the volunteers who are helping deliver the huge range …
Learning new ways to cope
As a child, Dani always felt she was different and struggled to make friends. At about 14 she started to self-harm. The Crisis team helped Dani get her life back on track and she learnt different techniques to cope. Over the years I’ve learnt to …
Goal setting helped Maureen rediscover her talents and passions
Complex health issues quickly led to a very different life for active Maureen. COPD, breathing difficulties and asthma were hard to cope with, alongside arthritis. Low mood and a lack of motivation meant Maureen wasn’t good at self-care but goal setting and health coaching led …
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