Can a good book help beat depression? GPs draw up list of 27 'mood-boosting' reads to help those with mental illness
Therapeutic qualities of books hoped to help those with depression, anxiety and stress.
List includes Cider With Rosie, A Small Island and The Secret Garden
It is the rural idyll that has given happiness to generations of book-lovers.
Now Cider With Rosie is to be recommended by GPs across the country, in the hope that its therapeutic qualities will help those with mental illness.
The book, which chronicles the Gloucestershire childhood of author Laurie Lee, is one of a new list of ‘mood-boosting’ books which experts hope will help those with depression, anxiety and stress.
The list also includes Bill Bryson’s Notes From A Small Island, Frances Hodgson Burnett’s The Secret Garden and Salmon Rushdie’s Haroun And The Sea Of Stories.
It will be advertised on leaflets distributed by GPs from May as part of the ‘Books on Prescription’ scheme, supported by the Department for Health.
The official list of was drawn up by the Reading Agency via book groups, many catering to people with anxiety and depression.
And it may not be long before the likes of Fifty Shades Of Grey By EL James are also being recommended, as readers have been invited to submit their own suggestions.
The book is one of a 27-strong list of 'mood boosting' books which will help those with depression
The book is one of a 27-strong list of 'mood boosting' books which will help those with depression
It is hoped those with ‘mild to moderate’ mental health conditions will try out the idea before turning to prescription drugs - many of which can have unpleasant side effects.
Debbie Hicks, director of research at the Reading Agency, said: ‘Readers chose books which they thought had qualities that promote well-being.
‘We have funny and humorous titles and you also get books that have quite breath-taking experiences in them.
‘Reading is a really good stress-buster. It can help you escape to another world and get out of your everyday life.
‘There’s lots of evidence that reading can really help you relax and escape and this is a good strategy for dealing with stress and anxiety.’
The scheme was announced yesterday by the Society of Chief Librarians as part of a new national strategy for Britain’s libraries.
It will run alongside the ‘Books on Prescription’ scheme, which allows GPs to ‘prescribe’ self-help books stocked at local libraries.
On each prescription leaflet will also be a recommendation for the patient to dip into the ‘mood-boosting’ reading list.
Almost every library in the country has agreed to stock the approved list of self-help books and mood-boosting books.
In addition, the books will be distributed in colleges, hospitals and workplaces around the country.
Research by Mindlab International recently revealed that out of a range of activities, reading reduced stress the most - by 67 per cent.
The official list of was drawn up by the Reading Agency via book groups, many catering to people with anxiety and depression.
And it may not be long before the likes of Fifty Shades Of Grey By EL James are also being recommended, as readers have been invited to submit their own suggestions.
The book is one of a 27-strong list of 'mood boosting' books which will help those with depression
The book is one of a 27-strong list of 'mood boosting' books which will help those with depression
It is hoped those with ‘mild to moderate’ mental health conditions will try out the idea before turning to prescription drugs - many of which can have unpleasant side effects.
Debbie Hicks, director of research at the Reading Agency, said: ‘Readers chose books which they thought had qualities that promote well-being.
‘We have funny and humorous titles and you also get books that have quite breath-taking experiences in them.
‘Reading is a really good stress-buster. It can help you escape to another world and get out of your everyday life.
‘There’s lots of evidence that reading can really help you relax and escape and this is a good strategy for dealing with stress and anxiety.’
The scheme was announced January 2013 by the Society of Chief Librarians as part of a new national strategy for Britain’s libraries.
It will run alongside the ‘Books on Prescription’ scheme, which allows GPs to ‘prescribe’ self-help books stocked at local libraries.
On each prescription leaflet will also be a recommendation for the patient to dip into the ‘mood-boosting’ reading list.
Almost every library in the country has agreed to stock the approved list of self-help books and mood-boosting books.
In addition, the books will be distributed in colleges, hospitals and workplaces around the country.
Research by Mindlab International recently revealed that out of a range of activities, reading reduced stress the most - by 67 per cent.
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Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Monday, January 21, 2013
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Thursday, December 27, 2012
LOSE WEIGHT FOR 2013
GROUP MOTIVATION IS A PROVEN WAY TO ENCOURAGE WEIGHT REDUCTION
Committed to losing weight? Unhappy with your current weight loss plan? Now there is an opportunity to join a winners programme that will really work for you :
The main East Yorkshire Bridlington meeting will continue to run this successful new plan weekly throughout 2013 at 10.30am The Seabirds, Fortyfoot YO16 7RX and the programme proceeds each and every Saturday, same time, same place. Martin Crossland looks forward to welcoming all members both old and new.
How all meetings run:
At your first meeting, you will discuss the weight you want to loose with Martin and be issued with information about his successful winners programmes.
You’ll be welcomed in a friendly atmosphere and discover the small changes you can make – from wise food choices to perhaps becoming more active. Every new member will be prescribed a personal weight loss schedule, tailor made just for you and each week you’ll have a confidential weigh-in and tracking of your progress, being able to share what works with other members, therefore staying motivated as you move towards your weight loss goals. A member from one of these meetings has now lost a total of 11stone and YOU will be assured to loose at least 5 pounds after the first week, if you follow his plans exactly as instructed.
Who leads the meetings:
Your managing consultant is Martin Crossland who has also lost weight - that being over 6 stone loss
He will present all meetings and guide you through the choices you have with his programmes
The Winners Plan:
With solutions you will discover and share together, your weight-loss goals are guaranteed.
Each week all members receive exclusive advice, to make the following of this successful diet easy.
1st and main venue meets each and every Saturday 10.30am. New Friday morning meeting as shown below:
Planning to take that first step? Then come along to Martin's main Bridlington Saturday morning meeting 10.30am at The Seabirds, Fortyfoot, YO16 7RX. This meeting continues to be the most popular Bridlington meeting for weight loss, with more attending regular than at Slimming World Bridlington and Weight Watchers Bridlington.
New for 2012 was the Friday morning meeting from 10.30 until 11.30 held at The Hinge Centre / Havenfield Community Centre, 19-21 Field Rd, Bridlington YO16 4AU.
Martin's telephone number is 07793 680 821 and you can call him direct now for further details about this exciting plan, which had so much success in 2011-12 and will continue throughout 2013
'I will be with you every step, knowing that healthy long-term weight loss is within everyone's reach & that you can attain the weight you have always wanted to be, in a proven way'
Our programmes are healthy, well-balanced and interesting, giving you plenty to eat and fits in with your lifestyle. They can also include all your favourite foods, then gradually increase the amount of exercise you enjoy to fit in with your way of life. Think about what you might need to change in your long-term behaviour by using some practical recommended strategies. Get lots of support, encouragement and motivation all along the way, not just from me but from other members too.
Martin your meeting advisor, will be there for you at all times and all the way to your desired weight celebration day!
And after you have reached your goal?
The relationship doesn't end there. You will continue to get the support so you can maintain your weight loss once you've reached your agreed goal target. The Winners Membership Scheme lets you continue to get the help you need after you have lost the weight you wanted, without paying a penny more, yes your meetings will become free! Up to reaching your goal, we guarantee that you will always pay less than at a Weightwatchers meeting and this is:
Your very first meeting costs £6 which includes a welcome pack.
Second meeting and onwards is only £4 or you can buy the WLW Pass:
FOUR WEEK PASS on sale for £12 which gives you one meeting free every month.
The WLW Pass can also be purchased at my Community Accountancy Office by cash, cheque, credit card, debit card:
92 St. John Street, Bridlington, YO16 7JS (open Monday-Friday from 10am until 4pm). Next door to Old Ship Inn.
'Weight Lost Winners' weightlostwinners.com
GREAT SUGAR FREE PRODUCTS ON SALE AT EVERY MEETING THAT ARE PERFECT TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOAL
During 2011 & 2012 in Bridlington members lost over 180 stone in combined weight !
1 local lady is more than 11 stones lighter by using this plan alone!
email : martincrossland@eryca.net
Committed to losing weight? Unhappy with your current weight loss plan? Now there is an opportunity to join a winners programme that will really work for you :
The main East Yorkshire Bridlington meeting will continue to run this successful new plan weekly throughout 2013 at 10.30am The Seabirds, Fortyfoot YO16 7RX and the programme proceeds each and every Saturday, same time, same place. Martin Crossland looks forward to welcoming all members both old and new.
How all meetings run:
At your first meeting, you will discuss the weight you want to loose with Martin and be issued with information about his successful winners programmes.
You’ll be welcomed in a friendly atmosphere and discover the small changes you can make – from wise food choices to perhaps becoming more active. Every new member will be prescribed a personal weight loss schedule, tailor made just for you and each week you’ll have a confidential weigh-in and tracking of your progress, being able to share what works with other members, therefore staying motivated as you move towards your weight loss goals. A member from one of these meetings has now lost a total of 11stone and YOU will be assured to loose at least 5 pounds after the first week, if you follow his plans exactly as instructed.
Who leads the meetings:
Your managing consultant is Martin Crossland who has also lost weight - that being over 6 stone loss
He will present all meetings and guide you through the choices you have with his programmes
The Winners Plan:
With solutions you will discover and share together, your weight-loss goals are guaranteed.
Each week all members receive exclusive advice, to make the following of this successful diet easy.
1st and main venue meets each and every Saturday 10.30am. New Friday morning meeting as shown below:
Planning to take that first step? Then come along to Martin's main Bridlington Saturday morning meeting 10.30am at The Seabirds, Fortyfoot, YO16 7RX. This meeting continues to be the most popular Bridlington meeting for weight loss, with more attending regular than at Slimming World Bridlington and Weight Watchers Bridlington.
New for 2012 was the Friday morning meeting from 10.30 until 11.30 held at The Hinge Centre / Havenfield Community Centre, 19-21 Field Rd, Bridlington YO16 4AU.
Martin's telephone number is 07793 680 821 and you can call him direct now for further details about this exciting plan, which had so much success in 2011-12 and will continue throughout 2013
'I will be with you every step, knowing that healthy long-term weight loss is within everyone's reach & that you can attain the weight you have always wanted to be, in a proven way'
Our programmes are healthy, well-balanced and interesting, giving you plenty to eat and fits in with your lifestyle. They can also include all your favourite foods, then gradually increase the amount of exercise you enjoy to fit in with your way of life. Think about what you might need to change in your long-term behaviour by using some practical recommended strategies. Get lots of support, encouragement and motivation all along the way, not just from me but from other members too.
Martin your meeting advisor, will be there for you at all times and all the way to your desired weight celebration day!
And after you have reached your goal?
The relationship doesn't end there. You will continue to get the support so you can maintain your weight loss once you've reached your agreed goal target. The Winners Membership Scheme lets you continue to get the help you need after you have lost the weight you wanted, without paying a penny more, yes your meetings will become free! Up to reaching your goal, we guarantee that you will always pay less than at a Weightwatchers meeting and this is:
Your very first meeting costs £6 which includes a welcome pack.
Second meeting and onwards is only £4 or you can buy the WLW Pass:
FOUR WEEK PASS on sale for £12 which gives you one meeting free every month.
The WLW Pass can also be purchased at my Community Accountancy Office by cash, cheque, credit card, debit card:
92 St. John Street, Bridlington, YO16 7JS (open Monday-Friday from 10am until 4pm). Next door to Old Ship Inn.
'Weight Lost Winners' weightlostwinners.com
GREAT SUGAR FREE PRODUCTS ON SALE AT EVERY MEETING THAT ARE PERFECT TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOAL
During 2011 & 2012 in Bridlington members lost over 180 stone in combined weight !
1 local lady is more than 11 stones lighter by using this plan alone!
email : martincrossland@eryca.net
Monday, November 05, 2012
TOKEN LINE 01262 604828
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deadlines apply. Our 2 types of gift tokens are both national gft voucher schemes, with the book variety being established in 1932 and our theatre variety established 1984 both products class acts in their own right, together here from the original first class provider !
Order over the telephone seven days per week from 8am until 10pm by calling:
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Monday, October 15, 2012
Our Local Charity Gets Life Line For Survival
PRESS RELEASE – BIG LOTTERY “REACHING COMMUNITIES” FUND
GRANT AWARD: £409,664
The Hinge Centre Limited is pleased to announce that an application to the Big Lottery “Reaching Communities” fund to roll out community based activities in line with its “Chances for Life” project, has been successful and we are to be awarded £409,664 covering a four year period. Established since 1997 in Goole, plus operating from within Bridlington since 2008, we have supported some of the most vulnerable and socially isolated residents and young people living in these areas, to address the findings and requests from feedback received from members of both communities, by extensive consultation and needs analysis which was funded via the “Supporting Change” fund earlier this year. The project will provide community based sessions and support to young people and adults living within the towns of Bridlington and Goole. Our key areas of support as a result of gaining this funding, will include addressing the following issues: • Access and support around benefits. • Access and support to improve employability, personal development training and volunteering. • Provide independent living skills training, health and disability awareness and breaking down barriers of discrimination and social isolation. • Supporting young people who are classified as NEET (not in education, employment, or training). Developing self-confidence and personal skills, plua addressing issues in order to improve access to further education and training. • Supporting the homeless and those under the threat of homelessness and providing family mediation and intervention support on a one to one basis, to reduce the threat of homelessness for anyone aged 25 and over. • Addressing specific domain weight outcomes as outlined in the “Indices of Deprivation” 2010 summary. • Addressing anti-social behaviour and reducing crime, by providing key facilities and projects in a safe, secure environment, to young people living within the Bridlington and Goole areas. The project will also continue to develop strong partnerships with other agencies, within both communities and maintain such partnerships in order to pull together key services that support vulnerable people, through their transition from youth into adulthood. The project aims to support 1,460 individuals over the next four years. Martin Crossland – Strategic Development Manager said: “It has been an eventful year for the Hinge Charity. After acquiring the premises next door to our original one on Field Road Bridlington, followed by their full refurbish, then launching “Havenfield Community Centre” earlier this year, we now have a direct facility that will support the residents and young people living on the Havenfield estate and this funding means that we can now deliver services from this building on a much larger scale”. “Our partnership working with SASH in York supporting homeless young people aged 16 to 24 and the recruitment of host family volunteers has already begun to reduce the impact of homelessness in the area and the issues faced by young people today”. “The money from Big Lottery “Reaching Communities” fund is the icing on the cake for us. This award is the highest amount of lottery funding that any voluntary sector group has ever received in Bridlington and it will now allow us to roll out more community based projects, sessions and support to residents and young people”. “It is fantastic news that we have secured funding for a further 4 years and that we will be able to deliver community based projects in both Bridlington and Goole, which are the two towns with the highest levels of deprivation within the East Riding of Yorkshire”. “We have undertaken a great deal of research and having consulted with both the communities of Bridlington and Goole, we know that this funding will allow us to support those most in need and have a considerable impact”. “Initial projects that will be delivered are to include an adult social group, art therapy, play activities for young people, community surgeries, community events, independent living skills and support with benefits, training, volunteering and employment to name just a few”. “We have waited over 2 years to reach this point and although we have been able to deliver some services, it has until now been only on a very small scale. This funding means that we can increase and further develop direct support services to promote community cohesion, support adults with any day to day problems they may have, engage the young people plus support them with play, education and learning opportunities. It means that the residents and young people will have a central hub in which to access support, with two dedicated workers in place that will help them in any way they can” “Without this funding we have now received from the Big Lottery we would not be able to support such a diverse range of individuals within both communities, in order to improve their day to day lives”. For more about THE HINGE please visit :
thehinge.org.uk
The BBC are covering this story at :
bbc.co.uk/news
See more details about this award on the Big Lottery Website :
news.biglotteryfund.org.uk
GRANT AWARD: £409,664
The Hinge Centre Limited is pleased to announce that an application to the Big Lottery “Reaching Communities” fund to roll out community based activities in line with its “Chances for Life” project, has been successful and we are to be awarded £409,664 covering a four year period. Established since 1997 in Goole, plus operating from within Bridlington since 2008, we have supported some of the most vulnerable and socially isolated residents and young people living in these areas, to address the findings and requests from feedback received from members of both communities, by extensive consultation and needs analysis which was funded via the “Supporting Change” fund earlier this year. The project will provide community based sessions and support to young people and adults living within the towns of Bridlington and Goole. Our key areas of support as a result of gaining this funding, will include addressing the following issues: • Access and support around benefits. • Access and support to improve employability, personal development training and volunteering. • Provide independent living skills training, health and disability awareness and breaking down barriers of discrimination and social isolation. • Supporting young people who are classified as NEET (not in education, employment, or training). Developing self-confidence and personal skills, plua addressing issues in order to improve access to further education and training. • Supporting the homeless and those under the threat of homelessness and providing family mediation and intervention support on a one to one basis, to reduce the threat of homelessness for anyone aged 25 and over. • Addressing specific domain weight outcomes as outlined in the “Indices of Deprivation” 2010 summary. • Addressing anti-social behaviour and reducing crime, by providing key facilities and projects in a safe, secure environment, to young people living within the Bridlington and Goole areas. The project will also continue to develop strong partnerships with other agencies, within both communities and maintain such partnerships in order to pull together key services that support vulnerable people, through their transition from youth into adulthood. The project aims to support 1,460 individuals over the next four years. Martin Crossland – Strategic Development Manager said: “It has been an eventful year for the Hinge Charity. After acquiring the premises next door to our original one on Field Road Bridlington, followed by their full refurbish, then launching “Havenfield Community Centre” earlier this year, we now have a direct facility that will support the residents and young people living on the Havenfield estate and this funding means that we can now deliver services from this building on a much larger scale”. “Our partnership working with SASH in York supporting homeless young people aged 16 to 24 and the recruitment of host family volunteers has already begun to reduce the impact of homelessness in the area and the issues faced by young people today”. “The money from Big Lottery “Reaching Communities” fund is the icing on the cake for us. This award is the highest amount of lottery funding that any voluntary sector group has ever received in Bridlington and it will now allow us to roll out more community based projects, sessions and support to residents and young people”. “It is fantastic news that we have secured funding for a further 4 years and that we will be able to deliver community based projects in both Bridlington and Goole, which are the two towns with the highest levels of deprivation within the East Riding of Yorkshire”. “We have undertaken a great deal of research and having consulted with both the communities of Bridlington and Goole, we know that this funding will allow us to support those most in need and have a considerable impact”. “Initial projects that will be delivered are to include an adult social group, art therapy, play activities for young people, community surgeries, community events, independent living skills and support with benefits, training, volunteering and employment to name just a few”. “We have waited over 2 years to reach this point and although we have been able to deliver some services, it has until now been only on a very small scale. This funding means that we can increase and further develop direct support services to promote community cohesion, support adults with any day to day problems they may have, engage the young people plus support them with play, education and learning opportunities. It means that the residents and young people will have a central hub in which to access support, with two dedicated workers in place that will help them in any way they can” “Without this funding we have now received from the Big Lottery we would not be able to support such a diverse range of individuals within both communities, in order to improve their day to day lives”. For more about THE HINGE please visit :
thehinge.org.uk
The BBC are covering this story at :
bbc.co.uk/news
See more details about this award on the Big Lottery Website :
news.biglotteryfund.org.uk
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Student Book Card From National Book Tokens
The National Book Tokens Student Book Card can be loaded with up to £250 and is an innovative new product designed to help parents, friends or relatives provide for college costs, with the peace of mind that money intended for books is actually spent on books. At the same time, it is an easy and convenient way for students to buy their essential course texts.
So how does it work? This card is a combination of two gift cards, both received when purchased here. One card is for parents to top-up with value whenever needed - to a maximum of two hundred and fifty pounds at any one time. The other card is then for students to spend on their books.
This is just like a normal gift card, but because there are two parts, it allows parents to add value at their local bookshop and the student to spend that very same value at their campus bookstore or online with us post free.
So what are the benefits? Peace of mind for parents knowing that the money can only be spent on books. A helping hand for students, knowing that the cost of buying their reading list is one less thing to budget for. An easy way to help with students ongoing costs, as parents can top up the card whenever need and even by telephone on 01262 604828 from 8am until 10pm seven days per week.
For more details, plus mail order delivery, please visit :
studentbookcards.com
FIXED AMOUNT STANDARD CARDS OF TEN POUNDS & TWENTY POUNDS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE ABOVE DOMAIN, IDEAL FOR SCHOOLS & COLLEGES TO GIVE OUT AT PRESENTATIONS. THIS IS THE ONLY PLACE YOU CAN BUY THOSE VARIATIONS ONLINE !
studentbookcards.com
FIXED AMOUNT STANDARD CARDS OF TEN POUNDS & TWENTY POUNDS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE ABOVE DOMAIN, IDEAL FOR SCHOOLS & COLLEGES TO GIVE OUT AT PRESENTATIONS. THIS IS THE ONLY PLACE YOU CAN BUY THOSE VARIATIONS ONLINE !
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Warning About Theatre Vouchers
Be very careful when choosing Theatre Gift Vouchers for London or the UK as you may be getting a poor deal.
The majority available are tied into one of many individual Ticket Agents, meaning that you can only exchange them for one of their products / bookings, which usually results in a very limited choice on offer, plus a very limited time to spend them in.
There is only one official recognised nationwide Theatre Voucher scheme, which is operated in conjunction with the Theatres themselves and not reliant on Agents. The vouchers are called Theatre Tokens and have been established since 1984. They were the first and today they are the foremost gift vouchers for tickets, so please make sure that you are getting the genuine article. Also because they carry 'no expiry date' they have today grown to become the preferred choice with theatre goers throughout Britain, plus around 250 venues now accept!
For more details, plus mail order free delivery, please visit :
theatretoken.co.uk
The majority available are tied into one of many individual Ticket Agents, meaning that you can only exchange them for one of their products / bookings, which usually results in a very limited choice on offer, plus a very limited time to spend them in.
There is only one official recognised nationwide Theatre Voucher scheme, which is operated in conjunction with the Theatres themselves and not reliant on Agents. The vouchers are called Theatre Tokens and have been established since 1984. They were the first and today they are the foremost gift vouchers for tickets, so please make sure that you are getting the genuine article. Also because they carry 'no expiry date' they have today grown to become the preferred choice with theatre goers throughout Britain, plus around 250 venues now accept!
For more details, plus mail order free delivery, please visit :
theatretoken.co.uk
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