Books on prescription
Books on prescription (BOP) is a scheme where GPs and other health professionals may ‘prescribe’ self health books for their patients on a range of mental health issues.
The books have been assessed and recommended by mental health professionals. The prescriptions may be taken to 1 of the 6 libraries in Walsall participating in the scheme.
Which libraries stock the books?
- Aldridge library
- Bloxwich library
- Brownhills library
- Darlaston library
- Walsall central library
- Willenhall library
Where can I find out more about Books on prescription?
The links below will take you to an information sheet about the scheme and also to a list of the books.
PDF file 1 (information sheet) (PDF 103KB)
PDF file 2 (booklist) (PDF 187KB)
Can anyone else read the books without a prescription?
Yes, all the books are freely available for anyone to read. They will be in the “Healthy minds” collection in the library. Staff will be pleased to show you where they are. Walsall Libraries stock many more books on all kinds of health related matters. You can see what is available by visiting your local library or by looking at the online catalogue http://libcat.walsall.gov.uk
Contact us
Barbara Wallace
Central Library
Lichfield Street
Walsall WS1 1TR
Telephone 01922 653121
Email centrallendinglibrary@walsall.gov.uk