A-Z of mental health
Information and advice on a huge range of mental health topics
Blogging about mental health issues
Each week we publish blog posts on a whole range of topics, relating in some way to mental health.
We welcome comments and questions on our posts, but have a few ground rules to keep the site welcoming and interesting to every body. The first rule is the most important: be respectful of other commenters and bloggers.
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AprWild swimming soothed my mind
Maureen blogs about finding the courage try open water swimming, and the difference getting outside made to her mental health.
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AprBibliotherapy: Reading through depression
On World Book Night, Chris writes about how his love of reading fiction has helped him through periods of anxiety and depression.
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AprWhy ‘outing’ your fears is the first step towards freedom
Dre blogs about his struggle with depression: dealing with work stress, 'coming out' on the internet and his own unique journey of recovery.
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AprA marathon for dad
Despite only recently recovering from an ankle injury, Kate will be running the London Marathon today in memory of her dad. Here, she blogs about her journey to the starting line.
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Apr26.2 reasons why I run
This Sunday, Liz will run the London Marathon in memory of her mum, who took her own life 12 years ago. Here, she celebrates all those who've been by her side as she prepares for the challenge.
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AprIs society mentally unhealthy?
Helen blogs about the "heaving ocean" of depression and asks why whether we should be more concerned about the mental health of society.
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AprTalking about BPD
Amy blogs about the experiences that led to her diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder, and why the stigma surrounding it makes it so hard to open up. Please be aware that this post includes discussion of suicidal thoughts.
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AprEarthquakes and aftershocks
In this guest post, Karl blogs about getting through the 'earthquakes' of the mind, and why it's important to plan for your darkest days.
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MarA mother's story
Sarah opens up about her postnatal mental health problems and the distressing and confusing feelings she had for her infant daughter.
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MarI couldn’t pretend anymore
When Sandra was struggling with cancer and depression, it was her mental health problems that those around her found most difficult to deal with. Here, she blogs about the support she found through her local Mind.
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MarCycle of recovery
Graeme blogs about how he is fulfilling his dream of cycling the entire coast of the UK, raising money and awareness along the way.
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MarMy dark companion
Beccy blogs about her struggle with depression: "My dark companion may always be with me but I refuse to let it define who I am."
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MarThe importance of volunteering
Tracey blogs about the difference volunteers at her local Mind have made. And why they inspired her to become one.
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FebDoes this black cloud have a silver lining?
Paul describes the "whole weather system" of depression and asks whether there's been an upside to his experiences of it.
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JanMy creative therapy
Agata, who has been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, describes how art has provided an important creative outlet, soothing her symptoms and helping her through life.