Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.
Over the course of your life, if you experience mental health problems, your thinking, mood, and behavior could be affected. Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including:
Mental health problems are common but help is available. People with mental health problems can get better and many recover completely.
The States of Jersey Police work closely with mental health services in Jersey. If you or someone you know find themselves in a mental health crisis, you can contact the mental health crisis line on 01534 445290. The line is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. If you or someone you know are in immediate danger of serious harm and you need immediate medical help or the help of the police call 999.’
Some places that can help:
Mental Health Service - 01534 445841
Le Bas Centre, St Saviours Road, St Helier, JE2 4RP
The Listening Lounge - 01534 866793 or email
Charles House, Charles St, St Helier, JE2 4RP
Open from 10am -10pm daily
Mind Jersey - 0800 7359404
www.mindjersey.org
Samaritans - 116 123 or email (email 24 hour response time)
Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) - 01534 445030 or email
Liberte House, 19-23 La Mottee Street, St Helier, JE2 4SY
Click here for more infomation on accessing CAMHS.
