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Other useful sites
The following links are to websites that may contain relevant information. NSF (Scotland) is not responsible for the content of these websites.
Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland
The Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland is an independent organisation working to safeguard the rights and welfare of everyone with a mental illness,learning disability or other mental health disorder.
SAMH
The website of Glasgow-based Scottish Association for Mental Health includes a description of the services on offer, and a links page.
Penumbra
Website of Penumbra, including description of services and campaigns
HUG
Highland users group. Publications and activities
see me
see me campaign to reduce stigma
Scottish Recovery Network
The Scottish Recovery Network aims to engage communities across Scotland in debate on how best to promote and support recovery from long-term mental health problems.
Mental Health Tribunal Scotland
Website of the Mental Health Tribunal Scotland. It provides a lot of information on the background to the Tribunal and the way it works. Also has a section on Frequently Asked Questions.
www.wellscotland.info
Website of the Scottish Government National Programme for Improving Mental Health and Well-being. The emphasis is on driving a change in knowledge, attitudes and behaviour towards mental health. Positive mental health is essential if Scotland is to enjoy a healthier future.
www.healthscotland.com
NHS Health Scotland (was Health Education Board Scotland)
www.wellontheweb.org
The work of the Scottish Executive's National Programme for Improving the Mental Health and Well-Being of Scotland's Population, which was launched in October 2001.
Shared Care Scotland.com
Shared Care Scotland was formed to promote and support the development of flexible, imaginative and person centred short break services (respite care) throughout Scotland.
Equality and Human Rights Commission Scotland
The Equality and Human Rights Commission Scotland champions equality and human rights for all, working to eliminate discrimination, reduce inequality, protect human rights and to build good relations, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to participate in society.
Edspace
edspace helps people in Edinburgh experiencing mental health problems, and their carers, find the services they need. As well as an online directory of mental health services in Edinburgh, edspace offers Fact Sheets on a wide range of topics relating to mental health and well-being.
NHS24
Health Information and Self Care Advice for Scotland
nhs24.com provides comprehensive up-to-date health information and self care advice for people in Scotland.
www.mentalwellness.com
Mental Health Information and Services on the Internet with just a few of the many mental health resources available, with a brief review of each. Check here frequently for valuable information, from upcoming events to medical questions. New resources added on a regular basis.
www.mentalhealthcare.org.uk
Information about mental health and mental illness, research findings from the Institute of Psychiatry and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, as well as personal stories written by carers.
Royal College of Psychiatrists
This is the website of the Royal College of Psychiatrists. See in particular their on line leaflets on schizophrenia in the Help is At Hand leaflets page and under Mental Health factsheets.
Mental Health Foundation
A - Z of support groups, UK online, publications, links etc. A lot of information and site still being developed and links not working properly.
Talking2ourselves
This site is to provide help and information on mental health issues to young people aged 12-14, and includes weblinks. Above all this site is WRITTEN AND DESIGNED by young people.
LGBT Youth Scotland
LGBT Youth Scotland is a national youth organisation working towards the inclusion of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people in the life of Scotland.
www.yahoo.com/Health/Mental_Health
A huge site with many links to http://www for all user groups. Information on a wide range of subjects.
EUFAMI
Website of the the European Federation of Assocations of Families of Mentally Ill People. NSF (Scotland) is a member of EUFAMI.
Depression Alliance
This is the home page of the Depression Alliance, which offers a wide range of information for sufferers from depression.
Bipolar Fellowship Scotland
The Bipolar Fellowship Scotland provides support and information about Bipolar Disorder.
MindWise
Formerly known as Rethink in Northern Ireland, MindWise became an independent charity on 1st April 2009.
Rethink
Rethink is NSF (Scotland)'s sister organisation in England. Their website provides a wealth of information (many downloadable leaflets).
Directgov
Government website with information for disabled people and carers. Contains information on to claim Attendance Allowance, Disability Living Allowance and Carer's Allowance.
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