Patients of some physicians in Scotland are being sent to the library to read up on their conditions, and they’re taking their doctors advice. They’re taking their prescriptions to the library, not just the druggist.
This article from the Scotsman says, “GPs, psychiatrists and counsellors like Chris Scott in East Lothian have already written 217 prescriptions for books on a recommended list. There is also a special DVD aimed at young people suffering from depression.
Steven Wray, East Lothian Council’s health improvement officer, said: “We’ve had some very positive feedback from library users and some of the prescribers. It’s aimed at people with mild to moderate mental health problems, such as anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, bereavement or trauma.
“It could be a treatment on its own, or it could be along with anti-depressants or counselling. It would complement the other treatment.”
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