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About mental illness
1 in 4 people will experience a mental illness in their lifetime. People can, and often do, recover with the right treatment and support. Our advice and information pages can help you learn more about conditions, symptoms and diagnoses, so you or a loved one can get the help you need.
Living with mental illness
Living with a mental illness should not be a barrier to a good quality of life. Our advice and information pages contain all you need to know about getting the proper treatment and support for you or a loved one and what you can do if you feel the help you are getting is not right.
Rights and restrictions
If you experience mental illness or care for someone who does, it is essential to know your rights. Our information pages has advice on mental health laws, rights and restrictions, social care, welfare, and resources about the police, courts & prison service.
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Our latest blogs
“Recovery is a long winding road” – John’s story
24/11/2023
After a suicide attempt, John was diagnosed with emotionally unstable personality disorder (EUPD) and psychosis. Although his journey was difficult at times, John has found meaning and happiness through goal setting, learning new coping strategies and sharing his experiences with others.
Read more Read more"I prefer to look at the positives of my illness" – Debra’s story
16/11/2023
Debra reflects on her journey, from her first inpatient stay to life during retirement. Though she has accumulated many diagnoses over the years, like depression and schizoaffective disorder, she has been able to qualify as an accountant, start a happy family and keep an optimistic outlook on life.
Read more Read moreHandmade cutlery and a fluorescent running coat: What’s left behind after suicide?
15/11/2023
For Survivors of Suicide Loss Day (18 November), Carl reflects on the thoughts, feelings, and things that were left behind after his uncle took his own life.
Read more Read more“Everything was going so fast” – Wendy’s story
02/11/2023
Christmas can be lonely, isolating and stressful, especially for people living with severe mental illness. In this blog, Wendy reflects on the Christmas where she was first diagnosed with bipolar disorder after a manic, psychotic episode.
Read more Read moreIslamophobia Awareness Month - how to create an inclusive workplace
01/11/2023
In this blog, we explore Islam, the barriers faced by the Muslim community and how mental health providers can ensure services and workplaces can be inclusive spaces for all.
Read more Read more“From 13th August, my life changed” – Nick’s story
31/10/2023
After experiencing a violent assault, Nick was left with a deep, life-changing depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and a traumatic brain injury. Even though he contemplated suicide numerous times, Nick is still here fighting for justice and a better life.
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