The mental health college that's a lifeline in 'a sea of being alone'

The mental health college that's a lifeline in 'a sea of being alone'

A scheme in south London pairs healthcare professionals with former patients to provide courses and advice to those with mental health problems

The students gathered on a three-hour “five ways to improve your wellbeing” course in south London are about to have a powerful realisation.

One of the group is asked to think about how many hours a week she spends seeing healthcare professionals, such as health visitors or psychiatrists, about her mental health condition.

I can’t talk to my son or husband because they don’t know what I’m talking about but people here do.

Guardian
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