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Published on January 6, 2026 - 15:37 GMT

"I lied to my family about where I was going" - Rebecca's story

Rebecca shares her experience living with health anxiety, recounting her worst episodes. She praises the support from therapy, support groups and Rethink Mental Illness’ Advice and Information Service. Health anxiety has always been a quiet passenger in my …

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Published on December 19, 2025 - 12:59 GMT

"Not being able to be an employee has made me ‘less than’ in the eyes of society"

Amy shares her thoughts on what it’s like to be out of work whilst living with a mental illness. What happens when all your worth to society is encapsulated in one thing alone? We hear over and again about work. About ‘hard working people’ and employment …

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Published on December 11, 2025 - 12:52 GMT

“The right tools and the right tribe” – Georgia’s story

Georgia shares how she better managed borderline personality disorder (BPD) through DBT (dialectical behaviour therapy), Rethink Mental Illness’ advice and information online and self-compassion. For as long as I can remember, I struggled with intense …

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Published on December 9, 2025 - 14:41 GMT

Clarity, not caricature, must lead the mental health debate

by Brian Dow, Deputy Chief Executive of Rethink Mental Illness and Chief Executive of Mental Health UK Over the past week, public discussion on mental health has been loud, confusing and at times steeped in myth and storytelling. It would be easy to be …

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Published on December 4, 2025 - 19:08 GMT

What is an appropriate adult in England?

An appropriate adult in England is a person who supports someone who is vulnerable, such as someone experiencing mental illness, when they are arrested or questioned by the police. Understanding the role of an appropriate adult? If you or someone you care …

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Published on December 2, 2025 - 22:12 GMT

Ten changes to transform mental health research

Mental health research has the power to transform lives - yet for too long, it hasn’t had the funding, visibility or urgency it deserves. Many people severely affected by mental illness are still faced with limited treatment options, still experiencing …

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Published on December 2, 2025 - 22:10 GMT

“A problem shared is a problem halved” – Joshua’s story

Joshua is currently in a psychiatric unit for young people, getting treatment for anxiety and depression. He shares his favourite DBT (dialectic behavioural therapy) skills when managing distress. Anxiety, autism and depression are conditions I have been …

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Published on November 27, 2025 - 13:52 GMT

“Recovery is a journey and not a sprint” – Ethan’s story

I was very impressed and my tears fell with joy. Over the next few days, I absorbed my new surroundings and then wrote to the Care Quality Commission (CQC) about my overwhelmingly positive experience. My rehabilitation and recovery programmes included …

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Published on November 26, 2025 - 01:51 GMT

How to complain about your NHS care or treatment

You usually must complain within 1 year of you realising there is a problem. You should: Use the words ‘formal complaint.’ Keep a written record of what happens at each step. You can follow the steps below to try to resolve your issue. If at any point it …

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Published on November 18, 2025 - 17:51 GMT

People living with mental illness are not work shy

Mental illness can be severe and enduring. The symptoms can be so severe that some people are unable to work. But many people living with mental illness are highly motivated to find and stay in employment. They often hold qualifications, transferable …

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Published on November 14, 2025 - 00:40 GMT

What is a panic attack?

A panic attack is a sudden feeling of intense fear or discomfort that can cause both mental and physical symptoms. These may include a fast heartbeat, sweating, heavy and fast breathing, hot flushes, shaking, dizziness, and a feeling of impending doom or …

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Published on November 11, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

“I feel like I’m actually moving forward in life” – Daniel’s story

From the very beginning, the IPS service was really welcoming and friendly. They didn’t make me feel judged for not knowing where to start. They sat down with me, helped me create a proper CV and showed me how to upload it to employment websites. That …

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Published on November 11, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

“I had someone who could advocate for me” – Amanda’s story

Amanda, who lives with autism, C-PTSD (complex post-traumatic stress disorder), depression and ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder), shares her experience getting back into work with support from our Coventry & Warwickshire IPS service. …

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Published on November 11, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

“I see recovery as a kintsugi vase” – Robin’s story

Robin was out of work for years when his psychosis and depression was at its worst. With support from our Coventry & Warwickshire IPS service, Robin has found his purpose again. When I was first diagnosed in 2002, it didn’t seem like employment was …

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Published on November 1, 2025 - 23:10 GMT

Meet Pam Bell, our 2025 Support of the Year Award Winner.

Pam was part of our 2025 London Marathon Team, and was recognised by our fundraising team for her incredibly positive and supportive attitude. Whether it was her early morning runs, brilliant fundraising ideas (including a golf day!) or just her general …

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Published on November 1, 2025 - 23:10 GMT

Meet our 2025 Service of the Year Award Winner, The Sanctuary Community Mental Health Service Walsall

The Sanctuary Community Mental Health Hub (Walsall) provides goal-based support for people aged 17+ in Walsall to manage their mental health. They offer this through a range of different support services, such as one-to-one targeted support, coffee and …

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Published on November 1, 2025 - 23:10 GMT

Meet our 2025 Group of the Year Award Winners, Rethink Manchester Support Group

The Rethink Manchester Support Group was originally established by group leader Mary in 2009 as a carer group, but transitioned in 2018 to become a group open to anyone who is either affected by or knows and supports someone affected by mental health. …

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Published on November 1, 2025 - 23:10 GMT

Meet Eleanor Cantor our 2025 Bill Pringle Poetry Award Winner

Support Groups. Here we gather Birds of a feather Calling for more of our kind In parish halls In backrooms We erect Our church of the poisoned and beautiful mind. We don’t worship or pray There is no judgment day Just “take it a day at a time” We give …

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Published on November 1, 2025 - 23:09 GMT

Meet Tony Fisher, our 2025 Bill Pringle Art Award Winner

Tony has previously suffered from mental illness as a result of trauma and loss, and used photography to be able to cope and express himself. For years, he worked as a taxi driver, but never lost sight of his ambition to become an artist, using the …

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Published on November 1, 2025 - 23:09 GMT

Meet our 2025 Pringle Award Winners

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