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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.
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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.
Read more Read more‘Stigma effect’ stops three in five people experiencing mental illness from seeking help, survey reveals
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.
Read more Read moreCharity warns government must act to stop ongoing harm on 40th anniversary of Mental Health Act
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.
Read more Read moreRethink Mental Illness responds to BBC investigation into the Priory Group
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.
Read more Read more'Extremely disappointing' government social care plan neglects people experiencing mental illness
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.
Read more Read moreRethink Mental Illness welcomes fresh inquest into Jodey Whiting's death
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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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.
Read more Read more"I've learnt to embrace it" - Keido's story
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.
Read more Read more“I once thought I’d burnt down a bus station” – James’ story
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.
Read more Read moreFrom OCD crisis to a joyful life - Georgina's story
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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