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Mental Health Promotion in Northern Ireland CATEGORY 4 Project name Contact name Address Introduction to the Bach Flower Remedies Nancy Hynes Derry Well Woman 17 Queen Street Londonderry BT48 7EQ Telephone number 01504 36077 Brief description of project Objectives Outcomes: Evaluation Three 12-hour courses are held each year within the Well Woman Centre (three hours per week for four weeks). Courses are open to women of all ages. Talks are also given at support groups – menopause, osteoporosis and ‘living with cancer’. The Bach Flower Remedies are a simple, natural and effective system of medicine. They were developed in the 1930’s by Dr Bach, a noted doctor, homeopath, bacteriologist and immunologist, who believed that a healthy mind is the key to recovery from ill-health. Together the 38 remedies can help people manage their emotional wellbeing. The Bach Flower remedies have been used successfully for over 60 years throughout the world, by medical and complementary health practitioners, as well as individuals. They are simple to use and safe for all the family. There is no danger of over-dosing and they do not interfere with other medication which may be needed. • To give background information on the life and work of Dr Bach. • To share knowledge of each of the 38 remedies and to include the use of the emergency remedy (Rescue Remedy). • To help people decide which remedy will work best for them: treat the person – not the disease and treat the cause – not the effect. • To give each participant the opportunity to make up a remedy – understanding the dosage and method of administration. • To provide information on further study – courses, books, videos, audio tapes etc. • Each participant will have the knowledge to be able to use the remedies for themselves and their family. • Each one will know how to take the remedies and the dosage. • Remedies can be taken in crisis situations. • Remedies can help long-term problems. • Each person will know where to buy the remedies – how much they cost and where further help is available. Report available. 102
Mental Health Promotion in Northern Ireland CATEGORY 4 Project name Contact name Address Coping with Depression Amanda McFadden Shantallow Community Mental Health Team 2 Village Lane Glengalliagh Road Londonderry BT48 8FA Telephone number 01504 350063 Brief description of project Objectives A six week course on depression including: • what is depression?; • signs and symptoms; • causes; • what helps • changing thinking patterns. Aimed at individual women in our community who are experiencing difficulty due to depression in themselves or someone they are caring for. • To educate regarding the causes, effect and treatment of depression. • To offer support and guidance in making changes in one’s own lifestyle. • The emphasis is on health education, helping women to help themselves and maximising potential for wellness. Outcomes: Planned • Increased education. • Individual autonomy and dispelling myths and negative thinking patterns. Actual • Mutual support and understanding. • Accurate dissemination of research-based current information. • Group cohesion and positive health gains. 103
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