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For nearly fifty years we have been the voice of people severely affected by mental illness. Every year thousands of people see our media coverage, read our blogs and share the stories that matter to them. Take a look around our news and stories archive and be inspired today.

Latest Press Releases

Our statement on the growing mortality gap

17/05/2023

We respond to new analysis from the Royal College of Psychiatrists that suggests more than 26,000 adults with severe mental illness die prematurely each year from preventable physical illnesses.

15/05/2023

For Mental Health Awareness Week 2023, a survey of people living with mental illness highlights how anxiety limits their daily lives and reveals concerns about stigma and a lack of understanding around their condition.

09/05/2023

The government must urgently enact the new bill to reform the Mental Health Act to prevent ongoing harm to people living with mental illness, Rethink Mental Illness has said on the 40th anniversary of the legislation.

26/04/2023

We respond to a BBC investigation which features claims from former senior managers at the Priory Group who shared concerns about the safety of patients and staff.

05/04/2023

The government released its eagerly-awaited plan for social care yesterday, following many reports on how the under-resourced sector is struggling to deliver the support that people need. Read our comment here.

17/03/2023

Jodey Whiting took her own life just days after her benefits were stopped. Her mother Joy Dove has won an appeal for a fresh inquest into Jodey's death. Read our response here.

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Latest Blogs and Stories

All in the mind – Krystyna’s story

23/05/2023

In this blog, Krystyna shares how it felt to experience voice-hearing for the first time. After receiving treatment from an Early Intervention team, her voice-hearing has lessened and she is in a much more positive place.

22/05/2023

In this blog, Keido reflects on his journey with bipolar disorder, from experiencing a manic episode after his grandfather’s passing to being sectioned to being a successful musician and mental health campaigner. He expresses the importance of practicing acceptance and self-compassion.

18/05/2023

James, who now works in mental health transformation, shares his lived experience with anxiety disorder and OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder). For Mental Health Awareness Week, he recounts a time in his life when his intrusive thoughts were at its worst.

16/05/2023

For Mental Health Awareness Week, Georgina reflects on her long-term struggle with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and how far she has come since her last crisis. Although her condition was unmanageable ten years ago, Georgina has taken steps to better her wellbeing and is now able to appreciate life more.

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