Worried someone may have suicidal thoughts? Talking to them can help. Find out how you can support someone by listening without judgment, exploring options like NHS or charity support, and find futher ...

Share your story People affected by mental illness are at the heart of everything we do. If you have lived with mental illness for years, have been newly diagnosed, care for someone or just want to ...

National mental health charity: information, services & a strong voice for everyone affected by mental illness - challenging attitudes and changing lives.

Supported housing combines housing with support services. This can help people who live with mental illness to live as independently as possible. This section explains the different types of supported ...

National mental health charity: information, services & a strong voice for everyone affected by mental illness - challenging attitudes and changing lives.

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 ...

Self-harm is harming yourself on purpose. It is not a mental illness but it is often linked to mental distress. This page can help you understand why people self-harm as well as where to look for help ...

Hearing voices This section may help you if you hear voices, or if you know someone who does. Hearing voices is a very common experience. Hearing voices can be a symptom of some mental health problems ...

Section 136 of the Mental Health Act gives the police the power to take you to a place of safety or keep you in a place of safety.

The Mental Health Act (MHA) says when you can be detained in hospital and treated against your wishes. You can be detained if professionals think your mental health puts you or others at risk, and you ...

Since 1992, our advice and information service has been there for people affected by mental illness. Our team give practical advice on a wide range of topics. From diagnosis and treatment to mental ...

Made under the Mental Health Act This section gives information about community treatment orders (CTO). It explains how your CTO is made and what your rights are. It explains how you can challenge ...