Do you feel tense, anxious, gloomy or often alone u2014 and want to better understand what is going on with you? Or are you worried about your child, partner, friend or family member and looking for ways to cope with the symptoms, offer support u00e9n take good care of yourself? At MentalBalance.co.uk you will find reliable information about mental health complaints, developed by professionals at Arkin, a mental health institution in the Amsterdam-Amstelland region. Psychologists, psychiatrists and experience experts share their knowledge and experience there, so you can discover what helps you find more balance again u2014 for yourself or for someone you love.

At MentaalBalans.co.uk you will find, among other things:

• Self-tests to find out how your mental health is doing
• Online courses on dealing with stress, anxiety or gloomy feelings
• Exercises and tips to sleep better, relax or break negative thoughts
• Articles on topics such as brooding, self-confidence and resilience
• Information for loved ones who want to support someone

Talking can help you feel better. Talk about how you feel and what you think is important in life. For example, you can du00a0talk about important questions such as "what gives my life meaning?" and "what do I really care about?".

There are several things you can do to feel better, such as:

• Bring regularity to your days: Getting up, eating and sleeping at set times gives your day structure and reduces stress.
• Exercise every day:u00a0Daily being outside, for example walking or cycling, provides positive energy and helps you feel better. If walking is too much, try light exercises at home or nearby.
• Eat three healthy meals every day and avoid alcohol and drugs.
• Make sure you relax enough: Do something every day to relax, such as walking outside, cycling, exercising, listening to music or engaging in a hobby.
• Keep doing things that give you energy.

Call your GP for an appointment if u00e9u00e9n or more of these things are on your mind:

• Your psychological symptoms are getting worse.
• You do things to live healthier and more positive lives, but you still don't feel better.
• You can no longer do everyday things, such as going to work or other obligations.

Together with the GP, you discuss a number of things, for example:

• What symptoms you have: Tell about your feelings, such as gloom, anxiety, anger or sadness.
• Impact on daily life: Indicate whether your symptoms bother you in ordinary things, such as in your relationship, family, work, education or hobbies.
• Which help is best for you: Together with your GP, you will decide which help is best for you so that you can start feeling better.

For mild psychological complaints, the GP can treat you himself or refer you to a practice support person (POH-GGZ). For more serious complaints, the GP can refer you to mental health care (GGZ), for instance to a psychologist, psychotherapist or psychiatrist.