The Carers' Information Pack gives information to carers about mental illness and where to find support.

It aims to meet some of the basic information needs of carers, family members and friends of people who have been diagnosed as having a mental illness or serious mental health problem.

Information is available on:

• who is a carer - factsheet 1
• mental illness - factsheet 2
• psychosis - factsheet 3
• treatments for mental illness - factsheet 4
• where to get support -factsheet 5
• legal issues and carers' rights - factsheet 6
• communication - factsheet 7
• confidentiality - factsheet 8
• coping strategies - factsheet 9
• physical health - factsheet 10
• forensic mental health services - factsheet 11
• carers' support projects - factsheet 12

All factsheets are free to download. You can also order a paper copy from National Office at 0131 662 4359 or email [email protected]