If you provide support to a person with a mental or physical health problem, whether it is to a parent, child or other family member, you are considered to be a carer. The support a carer provides and the role they have in achieving successful treatment are extremely important.

Some of the issues faced by carers may include gaining the recognition, support and understanding from health and other related services for the role you play. This can be frustrating and disheartening for the carer, impacting on your own mental health.

There are limitations to what carers can do, and it is essential you look after yourself.

For further information or advice visit www.cause.org.uk

The CAUSE Carer’s information guide provides information on carer’s issues and gives contact details for many organisations of relevance.