Living with mental illness: in their own words
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and the recovery trap
02/07/2026
We need a Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system which supports people back into meaningful employment. Sadly, it all too often catches people living with mental illness in a recovery trap.
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My experience of hallucinations – Imogen’s story
29/06/2026
Imogen lives with schizophrenia. She sheds light on the different types of hallucinations she’s experienced and how she manages her stress levels.
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Living with complex post-traumatic stress disorder – Kirsty’s story
24/06/2026
Kirsty shares her experience with C-PTSD (complex post-traumatic stress disorder) and an eating disorder. After getting the right support and treatment, she is now looking forward to her future.
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Living with borderline personality disorder – Leanne’s story
16/06/2026
Leanne shares her experience with borderline personality disorder (BPD), reflecting on symptoms, treatment and how it impacts her daily life.
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“I have grieved the son I knew” – Deirdre’s story
01/06/2026
Deirdre has been supporting her son, who lives with schizophrenia, since he was 19. For Carers Week 2026, she reflects on the past 27 years and what has helped her.
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“My mum attempted suicide twice in five years” – Rachel’s story
01/06/2026
For Carers Week, Rachel looks back on her mother’s journey with bipolar disorder and how that experience inspired her to create a supportive space for carers.
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“To keep his memory alive” – Glen’s story
06/05/2026
Glen very sadly lost his son to suicide. To honour his son’s 30th birthday, Glen has chosen to fundraise for Rethink Mental Illness.
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