Cost of living crisis

How money worries can affect our mental health

Poor mental health can make earning and managing money more difficult. And worrying about money can make our mental health worse.

For many of us, this vicious cycle will be made worse by the current cost of living crisis.
Groceries, energy bills and fuel are among some of the costs set to rise this April.You might have had money problems for months or years, or these extra bills could mean you’re starting to worry for the first time. Either way, there’s nothing to be ashamed of.We can often feel embarrassed or overwhelmed when talking about money and mental health problems, but you’re not alone.

I was completely ashamed of myself. For being an 'adult' and not being able to manage my own finances... I was in total denial.

We have a host of information to help you understand the link between money and mental health including some tips on how to manage them both, together. These include:

organising your finances

claiming benefits

dealing with services

getting support.

Visit our web pages for more information and support.

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