Why is it so hard to get mental health care UK?

Why is it so hard to get mental health support in the UK? Stigma isn’t the only barrier to receiving treatment for mental health conditions. Other issues are socioeconomic, including a lack of regional availability, poor support through education, and even racial barriers.

What happens in a mental health assessment?

During your assessment, you will be asked questions about: Your mental health and your general health. This includes how your mental health problem is making you feel, how you are coping with the symptoms and whether these make it difficult for you to look after yourself properly.

Is mental health a concern for the NHS?

Mental health services are free on the NHS, but in some cases you’ll need a referral from your GP to access them. There are some mental health services that allow people to refer themselves. This commonly includes services for drug problems and alcohol problems, as well as NHS psychological therapies services (IAPT).

Is the NHS system good?

The NHS leads the world in terms of equity of access and ensuring people don’t suffer financial hardship when they are ill. It also performs well in managing long term conditions like diabetes and kidney disease and is relatively efficient compared to other health systems.

Why do people care so much about mental health?

It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.

Why are mental health services important?

Mental health services also reduce the risk of chronic diseases related to stress, anxiety and substance abuse. Most importantly, mental health services save lives, while improving the outlook for people who may feel hopeless and lost.

What are the positives of the NHS?

Advantages

• Healthcare made universally accessible.
• Life expectancy rose: 1948 = 65.8 for men and 70.1 for women – 1979 = 71 for men and 77 for women.
• Lots of jobs created – was the 5th biggest employer in the world – 1958 alone 58,000 new nurses needed.