What is the 'Books that might help scheme'?
This service helps people manage and cope with their health problems by providing access to self help books and related information. There are thousands of self help books available; therefore we have a recommended list that has been compiled by health specialists in other areas of the country where the scheme is already proving a success.
Recommended titles are available from all city libraries. If the book is unavailable then staff will request it for you, free of charge. See below for the recommended booklist.
Can books really help?
Yes, they can. There is first class clinical evidence to show that books can be just as effective as other forms of therapy and with the advantage of having no side effects. Books can work well either on their own or used in conjunction with other forms of treatment. Your GP/Primary Care Mental Health Worker/ Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner will advise.
For more information please contact Sharon Moore on Tel: 023 8083 3708 or email sharon.moore@southampton.gov.uk
Southampton City Council
