Books on Prescription

Are you concerned about any of the following?

Anger...anxiety...assertiveness... bereavement...caring issues...depression... eating disorders...mood swings...obsessions and compulsions...panic...relationship difficulties...self-esteem... sexual abuse...sleep problems...stress...trauma...worry?

Books can help!
Self-help books can be very effective in helping with emotional or psychological problems.

The service enables high quality self-help books to be prescribed by GPs and other health professionals. These books have been recommended by psychologists and counsellors and can be borrowed from libraries in Southwark. 

See the full list of books available on this scheme.   

Ask your GP or health professional
If you feel that reading about your needs or problems may be helpful please ask your GP or health professional about Books on Prescription. You can also visit our frequently asked questions page .

You may want to  view or print out our leaflet which includes an application form for the scheme.