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Know your warning signs
Work with your care team to write down your early warning signs of relapse, such as poor sleep, feeling suspicious or withdrawing from people, and what to do if they appear.
Coping with voices
Some people find it helps to:
- listen to music or use headphones
- talk to someone you trust
- keep busy
- join a Hearing Voices group, where people share ways of coping
Routine and wellbeing
A regular routine, enough sleep, healthy eating and activity can help you stay well and cope with medicine side effects.
Cannabis and other drugs
Cannabis and other drugs can trigger relapse and make symptoms worse. Your team can support you to cut down or stop.
Work, study and purpose
Having something meaningful to do helps recovery. Many mental health teams offer employment support, such as Individual Placement and Support (IPS).
Families and carers
Family support makes a big difference. Rethink Mental Illness has advice and groups for carers, and carers can ask their council for a carer's assessment.
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