Healthwatch Oldham 100: New Year Blues

Do you feel that your mental health is particularly affected by the winter months? (dark mornings and nights)

Yes

No

Is this a regular occurrence?

Yes

No

Below is a list of traits associated with poor mental health during this season. Please tick all those that apply to you when you’re feeling low, anxious or depressed during this time period:

Other (Traits)

Have you spoken to any of your friends and family about feeling this way?

Yes

No

If no, would you mind telling us why?

Didn't know who to talk to

You felt fear or shame

You didn't recognise the symptoms

You prefer to sort things out yourself

You didn't feel you could trust anyone

You don't want other people to know your business

Other, please state:

Other

When trying to manage your symptoms yourself, do any of the following help? Please tick all that apply

Other

Have you received a formal diagnosis with regards to your mental health?

Yes

No

Not applicable

If yes, what treatment did you receive? Tick all that apply

Other (Treatment)

What services have you accessed?

Other (Service)

How easy was it to find out about the different mental health services and support available to you?

Not at all easy

Not easy

Easy

Very easy

Over the past 12 months have any of the following areas brought you under high levels of stress? Tick all that apply

other (situation)

Over the past 12 months have any of the following behaviours been part of your lifestyle?

Other, (Lifestyle)

Over the past 12 months have you done any of the following in an attempt to keep fit and healthy?

Other (lifestyle)

Is there anything else you would like to share with us regarding your mental health?