​Mental health is a central part of the Scottish Women’s Health Plan, recognising that women’s emotional wellbeing is closely linked to physical health, life experiences, and social factors. Across all stages of life — from puberty to menopause and beyond — women may face challenges that impact both their mental and physical health. The plan highlights the importance of early support, being listened to, and access to joined-up care.

 

Links to Scottish Government Women's Health Plan:

Women's Health Plan: A plan for 2021-2024

Women’s Health Plan: Phase Two 2026-2029 2026-2029

At Nicola’s, we support this approach by providing a safe, welcoming space where women can connect, feel heard, and access support alongside wider health services. 
 
At Nicola's we want women to be more educated about mental health. 
Here are various support and resources which are available to women struggling with their mental health 
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💛 Immediate Support (Scotland & UK‑Wide)
If you or someone you know is struggling or feeling overwhelmed, these services offer support 24/7:
Police - Call if you cannot guarantee your safety -  Call 999 - Home - Police Scotland 
NHS 24 Mental Health Hub – Urgent mental health support (Scotland) Call 111 - Mental health services at NHS 24 | NHS inform
Samaritans – 24/7 emotional listening support - Samaritans | Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy | Here to listen
Breathing Space (Scotland) – For individuals feeling low, anxious, or isolated - Breathing Space is a free confidential service for people in Scotland. Open up when you're feeling down - phone 0800 83 85 87
Shout Crisis Text Line – Free, confidential text support, Text SHOUT to 85258 - Shout: The UK's free, confidential, 24/7 mental health text service | Shout 85258
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Visit your GP or Practice Mental Health Nurse:
Based in your GP Practice. Just call your practice and ask for an appointment with your GP or Practice Mental Health Nurse 👩‍⚕️ 👨‍⚕️ 
West Space | Practice Mental Health Nurse Service (NHS Lothian)
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NHS Inform – Your Trusted Mental Health Support
At Nicola’s, we know how important it is for women to have access to reliable, compassionate information when life feels overwhelming. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood, menopause changes, grief, or simply trying to understand your own wellbeing better, it helps to have a place you can trust.
One of the best resources available in Scotland is NHS Inform Mental Health.
It offers clear, easy-to-understand guidance on a wide range of mental health topics, including:

• Understanding symptoms

• Self-help tips and online tools

​​It’s all free, confidential, and regularly updated by healthcare professionals.
NHS Informs website has information on Anxiety Disorder, Depression, PTSD, CPTSD, Insominia, OCD, Panic Disorder, Psychosis, Self Harm, Addiction, Eating Disorder and Self Help Guides
You can explore the full mental health section here. 
👉 https://www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/mental-health
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West Space Online Mental Health Resource West Lothian: 
West Space is an online mental health and wellbeing resource specifically designed for people living or working in West Lothian. 
Key functions: 

• Local directory of support services

• It offers self-help materials and guides

It serves as a platform for awareness and support: offering “Need help now” sections, service directory, and sign-posting for more intensive help (including crisis support).  
​​Westspace Website 👇
https://westspace.org.uk/

 

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