Helplines in Bedford, England.

Struggling to deal with the effects of physical illness? Get support from a hotline in Bedford, England

The news and reality of a physical illness can have a disruptive impact on your life. You may have trouble doing things that seemed effortless before. You may feel alone, burdensome, or isolated from your friends and family. In Bedford, England there are 0 helplines you can contact for support whenever you feel:

• Shame and sadness about becoming a burden to others.
• Stress about the financial burden that your illness will put on your family.
• Like a burden to friends or family, and no longer a valuable member of society.
• Loss of control and an intense feeling of helplessness in the face of your illness.
• That life isn’t worth living, given the limitations and pain associated with your medical condition.
• Isolated from those who don’t comprehend your discomfort or the seriousness of your condition.
• Fear that you'll be defined by your medical condition, instead of who you really are.
• Worry about the pain you'll feel, medical bills, death, and your family’s future happiness.

Depending on your illness, personality, age, lifestyle and home support system, there are a range of difficult emotions you may be feeling. Illness can be life-changing, and it is always unexpected.

Physical illness can bring emotional challenges that are hard to face without proper support. In Bedford, England, you can contact a helpline to speak with a counselor or volunteer who cares and understands how physical illness can impact on mental health. Asking for help does not mean that you're weak – it simply shows that you are human.