The following were the Aims and Objectives of the Wallsend Self Help Group:
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To provide a forum where people with similar problems can come together to learn about the thoughts and feelings they may be experiencing. |
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To offer advice, information and support with a view to improving self-confidence, self-worth and self-esteem. |
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To ease the feelings of isolation, which go hand-in-hand with these disorders. |
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To collect and distribute information. |
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To promote self-learning, by providing access to a range of educational books, CD's, DVD's and discussion & information sheets on all the relevant issues. |
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To develop an awareness of the benefits of relaxation, correct breathing techniques, exercise, diet and other strategies such as a change of attitude, positive thinking, problem-solving etc, which have been found to be of real benefit. |
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To provide links to appropriate self help information and websites so that more people can benefit from their knowledge and advice. |
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To stimulate interest; encourage, motivate and support people, in their efforts to recover from the distressing and often disabling effects of nervous and emotional disorders. |
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To ensure that all who seek help from the Group are treated with equality, dignity, respect and acceptance, and to foster an 'air of independence' and give a message to people that there is much that can be done for those who wish to help themselves. |
Remember:
Phobias and Panic Attacks are understandable reactions to too much
stress.
"Pull yourself together" or "It's only your nerves" are unacceptable
and unhelpful.
