The sad thing is, life doesn't work like that. When I got out of the traumatic situation, I decided not to deal with any of it. I'm out now, what's the point of going on about it? I'm moving on with my life. And for a while it worked. The …
The sad thing is, life doesn't work like that. When I got out of the traumatic situation, I decided not to deal with any of it. I'm out now, what's the point of going on about it? I'm moving on with my life. And for a while it worked. The …
In the build up to the 4 July general election, all major political parties are sharing their plans for the country if they get voted in. We've pulled together this summary of pledges made about mental health. Conservatives Open early support hubs …
The survey also indicates that challenges in accessing care do not end once someone has been seen by mental health services: 66 percent of people reported that they did not receive mental health support for a sufficient and appropriate time, and 35 percent …
Warm weather is something many of us look forward to. But a heatwave can have a severe impact on our mental health. Aisling Traynor, Head of Advice and Training at Rethink Mental Illness, discusses how extreme heat can affect people living with a mental …
During university, Cara experienced psychosis for the first time. After a suicide attempt and multiple hospital admissions, Cara was supported by the Early Intervention team. She now works as a student mental health nurse and is the happiest she’s ever …
How is depression treated? The first step to getting treatment is often through your GP. If your GP thinks you have depression they will talk to you about suitable treatments. You will decide together which treatment option works best for you. Such as: …
You may wish to meet with your prospective parliamentary candidates (PPC) ahead of voting day on 4 July. This will give you the opportunity to ask them to support the issues that matter to you and ensure they prioritise mental health if they are elected as …
If you’re an unwaged member you can pay annually, either by direct debit payment, card payment (including PayPal), or by sending us a cheque. If you’re a waged member you can pay monthly or annually. Monthly payments are made by direct debit and annual …
For Carers Week, Noriko shares her difficulty adjusting to life in the UK, especially when her son James became ill. With carers support from Rethink Mental Illness, Noriko feels heard and less alone. I lived half my life in Japan, where I was born, and …
In order to support the millions of people caring for someone with mental ill health, we are calling for the carers to be: Involved, listened to and treated respectfully by services Carers’ expansive knowledge of their loved one’s condition is often …
If you have a friend or family member with a mental illness, some of their behaviour might worry you. Unusual behaviour in a relative is often the hardest part of mental illness for people to understand, accept and cope with. Find out more Responding to …
Marianne’s mother has been in a severe depressive episode for the past two years, leading to a coma, major organ failure and admission to a care home. For Carers Week, she shares the impact ageist stigma had on her mum’s treatment and what it’s like to be …
Georgie, who lives with depression and anxiety, has been supporting her son through schizophrenia for nearly 35 years now. For Carers Week, she shares the impact stigma has had on her son’s life and offers helpful advice for carers in similar circumstances …
Dominika reflects on her journey with anxiety disorder and stress-induced health issues. She notes that Rethink Mental Illness’ Advice and Information Service and a talking therapy gave her the tools to appreciate life more. I’m in my late 20s and have …
Dominika reflects on her journey with anxiety disorder and stress-induced health issues. She notes that Rethink Mental Illness’ Advice and Information Service and a talking therapy gave her the tools to appreciate life more. I’m in my late 20s and have …
The Prime Minister has announced there will be a general election on Thursday 4th July 2024. We need political parties to prioritise mental health and fix our broken mental health system. That's what the public wants and deserves. Our survey found …
The Prime Minister has announced there will be a general election on Thursday 4th July 2024. We need political parties to prioritise mental health and fix our broken mental health system. That's what the public wants and deserves. Our survey found …
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One misconception that frustrates me is the misdiagnosis of all people with BPD as crazy or manipulative. Often we are just struggling to deal with our pain, and such judgements are not only harsh and reductive, but also unfair. Lucy who lives with BPD …
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