Family and personal life

Here you will find an array of guidance, information and organisations that may help you if you are experiencing difficulties in your family or personal life.

Pharmacist Support is on hand to help support you through tough times at home.

Going through family or relationship problems alone can be tough, especially when you have to juggle a full time job. Whether you are looking in support of a colleague or for yourself, the pages below may help.

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Family and personal life pages

Coping with bereavement

Whilst bereavement is a very personal event, the majority of people go through a range of normal reactions and emotions when they lose somebody close to them. There is no right or wrong way to feel.

Exploring our social circles

This page covers why we need to surround ourselves with positive relationships. It includes a self-study module that explores the benefits of social circles, and what to look out for when deciding who's in your own social circle.

Improving social skills and connections

This page includes information on what social skills are. As well as a short self-learning module on how to improve your social skills and what to do when you don't feel like being social at all.

Relationships and family problems: useful organisations

If you are going through family or relationship problems, including divorce or separation, the following organisations may be able to provide help.

Staying connected with others

Take a look at the science behind maintaining and cultivating social connections, and tips on how to do so.

Hear from a fellow pharmacist about supporting LGBTQ+ colleagues

Paul Scott-Harris shares his advice for supporting LGBTQ+ colleagues and experience of looking for work outside of the UK.