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Tips for supporting young people living with mental illness
For #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, our social media team asked young people living with mental illness to share tips for being there for the young people in your life.
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The truth of being a young carer
For Young Carers Action Day we found out what it's really like being a young carer for someone living with mental illness.
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Has mental health culture gone too far?
The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Mel Stride, today said to the Daily Telegraph that "mental health culture has gone too far”. We disagree. We think that rhetoric is misguided.
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People in a mental health crisis are not getting the support they need
In June 2023, the government announced the police would stop responding to calls involving people in mental distress if there was no risk of immediate harm. Kirsten from our policy team shares concerns about how the plan is working.
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Rethink Mental Illness wins gold at the HSJ Partnership Awards 2024
We are delighted to announce that Rethink Mental Illness & North West London ICB has been officially named as the “Gold” winner of the Best Mental Health Partnership with the NHS at the HSJ Partnership Awards 2024.
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Runners raise more than £22,000 for Rethink Mental Illness
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‘Mental health culture’ is not to blame for unemployment figures
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What do you want the world to know about living with a mental illness?
All too often we hear from people living with a severe mental illness that they feel unheard, misunderstood, or ignored.
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How can we make sure the new Mental Health Act is fit for purpose?
The Mental Health Act was created in 1983 to allow people who need (but do not necessarily want) to go into hospital for mental health care and treatment. Sarah Anderson, policy manager at Rethink Mental Illness, outlines what reform the next government must deliver to make the Act fit for purpose.
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Team Rethink shines at the London Marathon
A squad of superstar runners tackled the iconic London Marathon 2025 to raise over £61,000 for Rethink Mental Illness.
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Carers forced to pay huge sums for honest mistakes
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Rethink Mental Illness treasures the generous legacy of cherished illustrator Raymond Briggs CBE
We are honoured to share that we are one of three charities left a gift in the will of beloved author and illustrator Raymond Briggs CBE, a lifetime member of our charity.
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Fitness instructors to be trained to help people with severe mental illness get active
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What the world needs to know about living with a mental illness
We asked people on social media what they wanted the world to know about living with a mental illness for Mental Health Awareness Week. Our channels were flooded with passion, emotion, and truth. Here is just a handful of the powerful messages we were sent.
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What is the one misconception about your mental illness that really frustrates you?
We’re fed up of the stigma people living with mental illness still have to endure. We asked people what misconception about their condition frustrates them most.
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Talking to BBC News about the link between physical activity and wellbeing
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A mental health system in crisis v social causes of mental illness
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Rishi Sunak calls a general election: Mental health must be a priority
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.
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Ninja Theory kick £7,000 our way
The developers of a video game raising awareness of psychosis has donated £7,000 to Rethink Mental Illness. Ninja Theory, based in Cambridge, gave the generous gift after the release of Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II and the success of their mental health conference ‘Hellblade: A Journey of the Mind’.
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Major mental health reform included in the King's Speech
Rethink Mental Illness is delighted at the inclusion of the Mental Health Bill in today's King's Speech - marking a commitment to reforming the outdated Mental Health Act.
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Super four take on six super half marathons
Four ambitious influencers - Esmee Gummer, Sam Tomlinson, Ethan Smith and Omar Mansour - are taking on the huge challenge of completing six half marathons in one year for Rethink Mental Illness.
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Black Minds Matter and Rethink Mental Illness partner to raise awareness of mental health in the Black community
Did you know that Black men are 3.5 times more likely to be detained under the Mental Health Act than their white counterparts? Black Minds Matter and Rethink Mental Illness partner to raise awareness of mental health in the Black community.
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Patients leaving GP appointments after not discussing all worries
The Guardian has reported that 40% of Britons think a 10-minute slot with their GP is not enough time to talk about all of their health concerns. But there are a few steps you can take to give you the best opportunity to say what you need to say when it comes to mental health.
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BBC Garden Rescue presenter, Chris Hull, backs Lets Rethink
BBC Garden Rescue presenter, Chris Hull, is backing Let's Rethink, our campaign to encourage more people to rethink their preconceptions and stigma towards people severely affected by mental illness.
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10 tips to Manage Anxiety and Stress
Struggling with anxiety and stress in today’s fast-paced world? Whether from work, personal obligations, or constant digital overload, these ten strategies—like mindfulness, exercise, breathing techniques, and cognitive-behavioral approaches—can help you regain control and boost mental well-being.
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Three groups of young people who are missing out on mental health support
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The hidden toll of CAMHS waiting lists on young people’s mental health
Imagine being a teenager struggling with your mental health. After asking for help, you're told you'll have to wait months to see a professional. This is the heartbreaking reality for many children and young people.
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Caught in the middle: The young people too complex for schools, but ‘not complex enough’ for CAMHS
Thousands of young people are stuck in limbo when it comes to struggling with their mental health with needs too complex for school-based support but not considered "acute" enough for specialist services.
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Falling through the cracks: Why young people struggle to transition to adult mental health services
Each year, thousands of young people face the challenging transition from Children and Adolescent to Adult Mental Health Services. This often coincides with other major life changes, with some falling through the cracks entirely.
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Real life experience key to improving mental health services for children and young people
In order to improve mental health services for young people, involving those with experience of using them and their families is a must. Tina Emery OBE, an expert by experience at Rethink Mental Illness, discusses the importance of co-production.
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How to look after your mental health as a member of the trans community
Transgender people in England are five times more likely to have a long-term mental health condition than cisgender people. Looking after your wellbeing is important, but we know it’s not always that simple. Here are some tips.
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Run up to Christmas
After losing his dad to suicide, Kev Betts' life changed direction. 20 years on, he's a personal trainer and co-runs a company that has launched Run Up to Christmas: a brand new fundraising event for Rethink Mental Illness.
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Changes to the Work Capability Assessment: What they mean for mental illness
The government announced changes to the Work Capability Assessment in the Autumn Budget. Jonathan Andrew, Head of Public Affairs at Rethink, looks at how they impact people living with mental illness.
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New Mental Health Bill: What's included and what's not
After years of campaigning, consulting and amending, the new Mental Health Bill was introduced to Parliament on 6 November 2024. This is a huge step towards modernising the dated laws that dictate what happens when someone is detained under the Mental Health Act.
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Putting people first in adoption of AI at Rethink Mental Illness and Mental Health UK
AI will undoubtedly play an increasing role in how we deliver mental health services... the opportunity for good is overwhelming, but we must proceed with care, ensuring we maintain the human connection that is so vital to our work.
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