One in four of us will be affected by mental illness at some point in our lives. If you are worried about your mental health, talk to your GP about your concerns. Find out more about how to get mental health support.
Sometimes people misuse drugs or alcohol because they are living with an undiagnosed or untreated mental health condition.
There is some useful patient information on the Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership (AWP) website
Click the links below for information from the Avon and Wiltshire Mental Heatlh Partnership (AWP) about common conditions that may affect your mental health:
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar disorder
Borderline personality disorder
Depression
Eating problems
Hypomania and mania
Obsessive compulsive disorder
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobia
Post natal depression
Post traumatic stress disorder
Psychosis
Schizophrenia
Seasonal affective disorder
Self harm
Stress
Suicidal feelings
This link is from the NHS about anxiety and related disorders.