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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AprMental Health & Public Transport
The Mental Health Action Group in Derbyshire says people experiencing mental health problems experience barriers and other difficulties when using public transport and are campaigning to address this.
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AprA collective failure for race equality in mental health
Paul Farmer says the whole mental health community needs to work together to make race equality a reality.
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AprPausing for thought on the Health and Social Care Bill
The Government has put the brakes on the Health and Social Bill's progress through Parliament. We must use this opportunity to make sure mental health services are high on the agenda in the proposed reforms.
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MarGiving people a voice
Today, Mind joins with many disability charities, disabled people’s organisations and disabled people to announce the calling of a major march and lobby of Parliament on Wednesday May 11.
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MarSport talks about mental health
Mind's Chief Executive applauds the overwhelming supportive reactions to England cricketer Michael Yardy's depression from his teammates, employers and the media.
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MarHow does work affect your mental health?
Julia talks about work, depression and a new Australian study that has found that being unemployed can be better for your mental health than having a 'bad' job.
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MarIt's time to talk, it's Time to Change
Our campaign aims to break down the stigma around mental health simply by getting people talking.
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MarWelfare reform - a snapshot of impact
We want to see more fair and balanced media reporting on welfare reform and make sure that the voice of people with mental health problems is put across loud and clear.
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MarThe real cost of debt problems on mental health
Are money worries impacting your mental health? Do your mental health problems affect your ability to manage money?
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MarGemma's story: finding ways to cope
Gemma shares her experiences of mental distress, how she copes and the things that make her happy.
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MarSpeaking out against workplace discrimination
Could you speak to the media about your experience of mental health issues at work? Mind's Media Officer explains what's involved.
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MarCharting antidepressant use in England
Is a map of antidepressant prescriptions a good indicator of how many people are being treated for depression?
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MarPromoting wellbeing, improving mental health
The Government focuses on mental health and wellbeing initiatives in its new public health strategy. Will local councils deliver these effectively? Mind's Policy and Campaigns Officer blogs.
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MarSelf harm: Rhian's perspective
How does it feel to be addicted to self harming? An insightful guest post on Self-Injury Awareness day.
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FebNot just a girl's disease...
Mark speaks about his experiences with anorexia nervosa for Eating Disorders Awareness Week and for Mind's new report on men and mental health.