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  • I need to plan for times when I go into crisis
    • You can make sure that people around you are aware of the when you are acting differently so that they can alert you that you may be becoming unwell.
    • If you request it, Rethink workers can talk to employers or to voluntary placement agencies so that they know what they can do to help you.
    • Front doorRethink run crisis houses that mean that you can avoid an acute admission into hospital.
    • Use telephone support lines at any time of the day or night.
    • If you do not wish to, you do not have to take direct payments or have a personal budget.
  • I need to understand my condition and be able to cope with it
    • Rethink run condition management groups which are followed by peer support groups.
    • Rethink support workers could highlight times when you are becoming unwell and can help you to work out ways to manage.
    • There are Rethink services available for people who have mental health problems and are also trying to deal with issues around drugs or alcohol.
    • Listening on the telephoneIt may be useful to use a telephone helpline when you need to speak to someone urgently.
    • Mental Health workers or Counsellors understand self harm and can support you.
    • You can access talking therapies to deal with your condition.
  • I need my friends and relatives to understand me
    • Support workers can help you to work out strategies to deal with relatives.
    • Two peopleThere is information on the Rethink website on mental health and support for brothers and sisters of someone who has mental health proble.
    • You may ask a Rethink worker to mediate for you when you have difficulty in getting friends or relatives to understand.