Tag Archives: Books on Prescription

Mental Health Awareness Week – Surviving or Thriving?

Posted on May 8, 2017 by LBHF Libraries

Read, learn and connect with us during this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week – Libraries’ positive contribution to the mental well-being of the population is well documented – see the Arts Council’s publication on ‘The health and wellbeing benefits of … Continue reading →

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Shelf Help for Teens

Posted on April 27, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

During the month of April people across London have been reading the same book about riot and civil unrest as part of Cityread London. Ten Days by Gillian Slovo is about power play, racial tension, rioting and disorder: a perfect … Continue reading →

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Reading Well in Hammersmith & Fulham

Posted on February 20, 2015 by LBHF Libraries

Following the Reading Agency launch of the Reading Well Books on Prescription Dementia Collection on Monday 26 January, libraries across the three boroughs gave community and health partners, as well as members of the public, the chance to find out … Continue reading →

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Reading Well Books on Prescription

Posted on May 23, 2013 by LBHF Libraries

What is Reading Well Books on Prescription?    Self-help books can help people understand and manage common conditions, including depression and anxiety. Individuals with mild to moderate mental health conditions often use self-help books as an early intervention or additional … Continue reading →

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