This study evaluates several elements of mental wellbeing after a prostate cancer diagnosis which can be a difficult time. Some of the feelings experienced during this time may be normal or expected at this time, however, it is important to remember that there are always services available to help you if you are concerned. Whilst your usual hospital team or your general practitioner are good resources if you have worried we have additionally provided below some sources of further information and where to seek further help from NHS Services and Third Sector sources.
If during the study we detect problems we are concerned about we may discuss these with yourself with ways to seek self-help or alternatively if we are very concerned we will get in touch with your general practitioner or your hospital team. We would discuss this with yourself first.
If you have any concerns whilst filling out a questionnaire you are free to contact our MIND-P Research Team Contact Telephone Number on 07434672408 (Available Mon-Fri, 9:00-17:00).
Where am I able to find more information about some of the mental wellbeing conditions being evaluated?
Official NHS information sources on www.nhs.uk are a useful resource available for reliable information. There are additionally numerous charity websites with more information. Some examples include:
- General information on mental health and wellbeing
- Information on Clinical depression and Tips for coping with depression
- Information on Generalised Anxiety Disorder including some advice on Self-Help and Other General Tips
- Information on Health Anxiety
- Samaritans support
- Mind Charity Information and Support
- Anxiety UK for providing support to those with anxiety disorders
- Men’s Health Forum provide support to men specifically
NHS websites are also a good resource if you would like to find out more about your Prostate cancer and living with Prostate Cancer. Prostate Cancer UK, The Urology Foundation and Macmillan Cancer Support are also useful charity sources of information for Prostate Cancer.
What should I do if I am concerned about my mental wellbeing?
There are always people around to help with any concerns you have. NHS Services such as your General Practitioner or your hospital team are a good way to discuss any concerns and get access to any help needed.
Additionally, you are able to refer yourself for NHS therapies through Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) services online or by phone. These offer NICE recommended therapies, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), for common problems involving stress, anxiety and depression.
If you need help in a mental health crises there are sources of help available to you. If you need someone to talk to you can also call 116 123 to talk to Samaritans 24 hours a day and 365 days a year, or email: jo@samaritans.org for a reply within 24 hours. You can also get advise by calling 111 or using the NHS 111 online service. If you are concerned about your safety at any point you should call 999 or present to your local A&E.
Remember that a mental health emergencies and problems should be taken as seriously as any physical ones and you will not be wasting anyone’s time by discussing these or seeking help.