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Mental health

Introduction to mental health

Where to find help if mental health is a concern

Mental health care professionals

An overview of people who work in the field of mental health care

Mental health emergency

What to do in a mental health crisis

What to do if you're in crisis or despair

Find out what support is available if you, or someone you know, is in crisis or despair

Community care options

There is a range of community mental health services

Community care assessments and plans

Planning and co-ordinating your medical and social care and community services

Mental health and work

Things that your employer and you can do to support you at work

Mental health assessments

You may need to have a mental health assessment to make sure you get the help you need

Your rights in health

Mental Health Northern Ireland order

Mental health and the Disability Discrimination NI Act (2002)

Some mental health conditions are covered by the Disability Discrimination Act

Mental health advice from Health and Social Care (HSC)

The HSC website offers help and advice on both dementia and depression.