The Doctor will either try to sort out the problem or refer the sufferer to someone who deals with mental problems, rather than physical ones.

Seeing a Psychiatrist or Psychologist is not a stigma. It does not mean you are losing your ‘marbles’. The Psychiatrist or Psychologist should just be thought of as a Mind Doctor, in contrast to a General Practitioner.

Sometimes, all the sufferer needs is someone to talk to. The ‘Mind Doctor’ has heard it all before. So a counselling session or two may help put things in perspective for the sufferer.

If the person with the Stress, Depression has lost their job, they have to be encouraged to try to get another one. If this means going for a job that is less pay than the previous one, it is better than having no money coming in at all, that only adds to the stress.

Maybe a new training course is what’s needed to give the person more confidence and a new skill.

The death of a Partner or Spouse is the most stressful situation. The grieving partner could be referred to a Bereavement Counselling Association. This is run by people who have been through it themselves and so can have empathy with the newly bereaved person.

Useful Contact Details: The Grief Centre Tel: +44 (0) 161 371 8860 E-Mail: grief@mabf.org.uk

The point is, nobody needs to feel they are alone. Seeking help from your GP is the first step to recovery.

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