Emotional support and wellbeing

It is normal to feel anxious after a cardiac event and this is a natural response. For most people, this feeling wears off as time passes and they learn how to manage their condition. However, it is important to recognise if stress and anxiety are not going away and if it is affecting your health, relationships and daily life. If this is the case, it is important to seek help from a medical professional.

British Heart Foundation

The British Heart Foundation (BHF) nurses offer a heart helpline on 0300 330 3311 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm).  The BHF also provide useful information to help with anxiety, stress and depression management. This can be found on their website.    

VitaMinds

VitaMinds is a local NHS talking therapy service, known as IAPT (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies) which offers support for people suffering from anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, low mood or excessive worry. VitaMinds can provide you with advice, guidance and support, through a range of evidence-based talking therapies. You can self-refer to the VitaMinds service through the website.

Relaxation videos

UHBW has developed relaxation tools to help with your emotional support and wellbeing, these can be accessed below.

Visulalisation meditation

 

Systematic focusing

 

Progressive muscle relaxation

 

The Golden Waterfall

 

Breathing exercises