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Looking after your mental health

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Mental health is about how you think and feel.  

It is important to look after your mental health. 

Some people with intellectual disability have:  

  • depression and anxiety  
  • grief and trauma  
  • complex conditions.  

It can be hard to find information and support. 

You can find some information here. 

Good mental health makes life better. 

Mental health is about how you think and feel. Looking after mental health is important for everyone.

Some people with intellectual disabilities have: 

  • depression and anxiety 
  • grief and trauma 
  • complex conditions like schizophrenia and bipolar. 

It can be hard to find information and support.

Good mental health improves lives. It might mean you can:

  • be ok with different feelings
  • have fun
  • do things you want
  • give and get support.