What is self-management?
Self-management courses can help you better understand your mental health condition and consider what helps you stay well. They can also help you plan for times when youre unwell or in a crisis. Theyre often designed and/or delivered by people with lived experience of mental ill-health. Courses usually include 1. information about your condition and ways to treat it 2. ways to recognise early warning signs of a relapse 3. coping skills to deal with your symptoms They can also help you feel more assertive when asking mental health services for the support you need. Courses are free and provided by the NHS as well as other groups and organisations. Some are in-person, while others are online - either through live video calls or online videos you can work through at your own pace. As well as courses, self-management can include webinars, health and wellbeing plans you can complete yourself, or wellness recovery action plans (WRAPS).