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About mental illness
Learn more about symptoms

Symptoms

If something seems wrong but you are not sure what it might mean then take a look here. We have different sections on specific symptoms and links to mental health information that should help you understand what is going on. Remember, if you are unsure, please seek the advice of your doctor or contact our advice and information line.

Hearing voices

This section may help you if you hear voices, or if you know someone who does. Hearing voices is a very common experience. Hearing voices can be a symptom of some mental health problems, but not everyone that hears voices are unwell. This section looks at what it can be like to hear voices, why you might hear voices and how to cope with them.

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Worried about your mental health - How to get treatment and support

This section explains how you can get help if you are worried about your mental health. It explains about options for treatment and support. Such as seeing your GP, talking therapy and self-help and support from charities. This section is for anyone worried about their mental health.

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Suicidal thoughts - How to cope

This section may help you if you are dealing with suicidal thoughts, feelings, or intentions. It has ideas you can try to help you. It explains how you can stay safe, and how you can get support. This information is for adults in England who are experiencing suicidal thoughts. It’s also for their loved ones, carers and anyone interested in the subject.

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Worried about someone's mental health?

This section explains what you can do if you are worried about someone’s mental health. It explains how to get them help and support. This information is for people who are worried about the mental health of someone who is over 18 and lives in England. It is also for anyone else interested in this subject.

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Self-harm

This section looks at what self-harm is and why you may self-harm. It could help if you are using self-harm to cope with how you’re feeling. Or if you are thinking about self-harming. It explains what support you can get and how to help yourself. This information is for adults in England. It’s also for their loved ones, carers and anyone interested in this subject.

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