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• How we can help | in Home
  No one should have to face a mental health problem alone. We’ll listen, give you support and advice, and fight your corner.
• New survey shows worrying increase in self-harm | in News Story
  Leading mental health charity Mind today comments on the results of a new survey that shows that almost one in three young women have tried to self-harm.
• Long-term depression | in Mental health services and social care
  Long-term depression is very unpleasant for those who have it as difficulties with work, family and social lives are common. Mind has teamed up with University College London to look at the way recurrent or enduring depression is treated in primary care.
• Fighting fit | in Campaign report
  The UK is facing a mental health time-bomb by neglecting veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder, says Jason Beckford-Ball
• Battle scarred | in Blog Post
  The military prepare our soldiers to fight, but they don't prepare them for the possibility of post traumatic stress disorder when they return from the frontline.
• Mind comments on new WHO World Health Survey on depression | in News Story
  The treatment of depression must be given equal footing to the treatment of other conditions.
• Mind celebrates Big Lottery Fund research grant | in News Story
  Mental health charity Mind today celebrated a £374,655 Big Lottery Fund grant for research into the care of people with chronic depression.
• Mind Cymru responds to Wales Assembly publication of key documents on adult mental health services in Wales | in News Story
  On 10 October 2005 the Wales Assembly Government will mark World Mental Health Day by publishing four key documents.
• Stacey’s bipolar symptoms get worse | in News Story
  EastEnders character Stacey Slater has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and this week her sympoms start to get worse.
• Eating disorders are not a lifestyle choice | in Blog Post
  The development of my eating disorder, as with the majority of sufferers, was not a vain attempt to lose weight in order to resemble skinny models or celebrities.
• Little boxes | in Blog Post
  Do you have too much sex? Or not enough? Either way, you’re obviously mentally disordered, according to new guidelines.
• Can small children get bipolar disorder? | in Blog Post
  Many reckon it's a load of cobblers dreamed up by American shrinks sucking at the teat of Big Pharma.
• Loneliness shines | in Blog Post
  When depression becomes creativity it can reach out and help others to make sense of their own battles.
• My own war | in Blog Post
  In our last depression awareness week post, Andy describes his struggle with depression, antidepressants and self harm.
• What's in a name | in Blog Post
  Perhaps it's human nature to make sense of the world by putting things into groups and labelling them. But is having a diagnostic label a help or hindrance?
• Cultural body dysmorphia | in Blog Post
  Have we as a society become body-dysmorphic, to an extent that those whose job it is to promote a healthy body-image can't escape the influence?
• Mind gets the information standard | in Blog Post
  For people with experience of mental distress access to quality information is particularly important, especially because so much of it out there is confusing, controversial and contradictory.
• Coping with coming off benzodiazepines | in Blog Post
  John talks about how he started using Atvian/lorazepam for anxiety and his struggle to come off.
• Involuntary tranquilizer addiction | in Blog Post
  There are currently 1.5 million people addicted to tranquillisers - we need to provide specialist support so that they can come off them safely. (A guest blog from the All Party Parliamentary Group for Involuntary Tranquilliser Addiction.)
• Not just a girl's disease... | in Blog Post
  Mark speaks about his experiences with anorexia nervosa for Eating Disorders Awareness Week and for Mind's new report on men and mental health.
• Cricketer Michael Yardy opens up about depression | in News Story
  In response to the news that cricketer Michael Yardy has made the decision to fly home from the World Cup in India due to depression, Mind hopes he gets all the help and understanding he deserves.
• Do people with personality disorders have 'zero empathy'? | in Blog Post
  Having a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder, narcissistic personality disorder, or antisocial personality disorder does not mean someone is ‘pathological’.
• Living with borderline personality disorder | in Blog Post
  If I were to tell you that I had an illness that affected only 2% of the population, and which killed 1 in 10 of those who had it - what would your reaction be? Kayla talks about her experiences of borderline personality disorder.
• Catherine Zeta-Jones - not the only one experiencing bipolar | in Blog Post
  Beth welcomes Catherine Zeta-Jones' announcement of her condition but discusses how it can feel a million miles away from most people’s reality.
• A novel take on mental health issues | in Blog Post
  What are your favourite depictions of mental health problems in fiction? Add your own to these suggestions from Mind's online community.
• Working with bipolar disorder | in Blog Post
  "Telling my employer about my diagnosis was one of the scariest things I have ever done." Lexy shares her experiences 'coming out' in work situations. Part of our series on mental health at work.
• Borderline personality disorder and work | in Blog Post
  "Long before I even knew the name of the condition I was living with, I was acutely aware of how I just didn’t seem to ‘fit’ in the workplace." A guest post from Kayla - part of our blog series on mental health at work.
• Living with obsessive-compulsive disorder | in Blog Post
  Lauren shares her experiences of living with obsessive-compulsive disorder.
• Understanding seasonal affective disorder | in Blog Post
  Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) has been in the news more than normal this summer, possibly because ‘Summer, what summer?" remains a reasonable question.
• A space to level out | in Blog Post
  Stuart Semple blogs about how art helps him cope with his fears: "I’m Stuart Semple and I’m fearful that I’m allergic to life."
• Mr Elastic Brain | in Blog Post
  Douglas Cairns, AKA Sid Ozalid, talks about the road from punk poet to corporate high-flyer, his new book and how he learned to balance his mental health with a high-pressure job.
• How art helps me through tough times | in Blog Post
  This is a guest video blog by Ed and Kate Rosie on how the creative arts have helped Kate cope with her depression.
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder, not so funny anymore | in Blog Post
  For OCD awareness week and in advance of World Mental Health Day, Charlotte blogs about the stigma around OCD: "Please stop belittling the suffering that hides behind this witty acronym."
• Listening Conversations 2011 | in Events
• My experience with the black dog | in Blog Post
  Martin talks about his experience of depression and how his dog Moose has helped him through. “I love the simplicity he brings to life: sleeping when he needs to sleep, running when he wants to run, being happy when he is happy"
• Be well in 2012 | in Blog Post
  At the beginning of a new year, Michelle reflects on her past attempts to 'better' herself.
• Life is a roller coaster | in Blog Post
  Mind Member Selina writes about the ups and downs of life in 2011, and looks forward to 2012.
• Book review - The Happy Depressive | in Blog Post
  Ilona reviews The Happy Depressive: In Pursuit of Personal and Political Happiness, a new ebook from Mind ambassador Alastair Campbell.
• Does this black cloud have a silver lining? | in Blog Post
  Paul describes the "whole weather system" of depression and asks whether there's been an upside to his experiences of it.
• Understanding dissociative disorders | in Blog Post
  We recently published our updated information on dissociative disorders. Inger from our Information team blogs about what dissociation is and some of the myths surrounding it.
• My dark companion | in Blog Post
  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."
• The race of my life | in Blog Post
  Three years ago, Amy's agoraphobia made it difficult to leave the house. Next month she'll be lining up in a crowd of thousands to run the London Marathon.
• Frankie Sandford launches Glamour magazine mental health campaign with Mind | in News Story
  The Saturdays singer Frankie Sandford opens up about her depression to launch ‘Hey, It’s OK’ campaign.
• I couldn’t pretend anymore | in Blog Post
  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.
• A mother's story | in Blog Post
  Sarah opens up about her postnatal mental health problems and the distressing and confusing feelings she had for her infant daughter.
• Mindcast shortlisted for a Sony Radio Academy Award | in News Story
  We are delighted that Radio DJ and Mind Media Awards judge Matt Wilkinson and Mind media volunteer Siobhan O’Neil have been nominated for a very prestigious Sony Radio Academy Award.
• Burning brighter - my experience of PTSD | in Blog Post
  Danny McNamara blogs about his experience: "It was traumatic, terrifying, and it almost killed me. But it also enabled me to see things very differently. It enabled me to write songs for the first time..."
• The depression files - unmasking the myths | in Blog Post
  Claire blogs about the how depression is nothing to be ashamed of: "Depression can strike anybody, and if your first thought was "not me" then you're wrong. "
• Learning to live with my depression | in Blog Post
  Gill blogs for us on her journey with depression and how far she has come.
• The endorphin rush | in Blog Post
  Tracey blogs about how exercise and eating well have helped her to feel healthier and happier, thanks to a positive recommendation by her GP.
• How I use fitness to manage my Bipolar | in Blog Post
  Bipolargymchick blogs for us on how being fit and active has helped her manage her Bipolar. She talks about how to maintain a level that's right for her and what you can do to keep well through exercise.
• The importance of a good mental health team | in Blog Post
  Today, Skye talks about her positive experiences of talking therapies and the excellent mental health support she has received over the last four years.
• We're all different, let's not compare our illnesses | in Blog Post
  Amanda blogs on living with a mental illness and how easy it can be for people to compare themselves to others.
• Finding a future in the past | in Blog Post
  Claire blogs about her experiences with psychosis and how an archaeology project run by Hereford Mind has had a positive impact in her life.
• How I used OCD to my advantage, despite its debilitating effects | in Blog Post
  Amanda talks about her experiences of living with OCD and how she was able to use this part of her life to achieve a personal ambition.
• My letter to depression | in Blog Post
  Today, Garry shares with us what he would write if he were to send a letter to his depression. We really enjoyed this interesting take on blogging, let us know your thoughts.
• Piecing it back together post-psychosis | in Blog Post
  Today Catherine shares with us how she rebuilt her life again after coming out of hospital post-psychosis.
• Finding the real me through the dark clouds of dysthymia | in Blog Post
  Katie Siobhan blogs for us about her experiences with dysthymia, or chronic depression, and how she found the 'real Katie' again.
• Mind the gap - my experience of health anxiety | in Blog Post
  Al talks about his experience of health anxiety, and his achievements and aspirations for the future.
• "Pull yourself together" | in Blog Post
  Kafayat blogs for us on her experiences of post natal depression and the difficulties in gaining support from family and friends.
• My battle with schizophrenia and depression | in Blog Post
  Misty blogs for us about how being bullied at school became the start of a long battle with depression, schizophrenia and self harm. Now largely in recovery, she has a message for others who are struggling.
• Me vs. suicide - today I win | in Blog Post
  Student nurse Jojo, shares with us the story of her battle against suicide and why today, she is the winner. Please note this blog contains frank discussion of suicidal thoughts and may trigger so please read carefully.
• Depression and anxiety - my experience as a young professional | in Blog Post
  Today's blogger Becca thought that opening up about her anxiety and depression might mean she lost her job. Instead, she found her manager and colleagues were "supportive, kind and helpful".
• A tough transition | in Blog Post
  Today Anna shares her story of how moving from child mental health services to adult mental health services gave her the determination she needed to move towards recovery.
• Living with TTM | in Blog Post
  This week is National No Pulling Week to raise awareness of trichotillomania, or TTM, a disorder that I suffer with which means I pull out my hair.
• Coping with stigma | in Blog Post
  Thomas blogs for us about the horrible treatment he received whilst struggling with a mental health problem. He shares the positive changes he’s made in his life and how he was able to get there.
• How do I articulate the daily struggle? | in Blog Post
  Today's blog is from Annabelle, who talks about how hard she finds it to describe the reality of living with mental health problems. Please note that this blog contains reference to suicidal feelings, which some people may find triggering.
• The loneliness of depression and the importance of talking | in Blog Post
  Louisa shares how difficult and frustrating she sometimes finds it to explain how she's feeling, but how important she thinks it is not to give up on talking.
• Me, Myself, & Prozac - a young woman’s battle with clinical depression. | in Blog Post
  Today's blog looks at A.H's experience of severe clinical depression, and how finding the right treatment has given her the strength she needs to confront her issues.
• My phobia runs my life on daily basis | in Blog Post
  "As I got into my teens the fear seemed to grip me like a vice". Anne blogs for us about her fear of vomiting, and the impact it's had on her life.
• How I learnt Mental Health First Aid | in Blog Post
  A staggering ten thousand people across Wales have now been trained in Mental Health First Aid. Rebecca from Aberystwyth was one of them and today she reveals what it was like to take the course.
• Feeling out of control in crisis care | in Blog Post
  Paul blogs for us about his experience of being in crisis and having no say in what happened to him through the process. He talks about how the plans he made were ignored and how he often found staff too busy to engage with his needs.
• Hearing voices | in Blog Post
  Lucy blogs about her experience of hearing voices, she describes what it was like for her growing up, how she was able to talk to friends about it and how she manages now.
• Surviving the physical impossibilities of depression | in Blog Post
  Today Amy shares her experience of living with depression, and explains why she thinks definitions of depression aren't quite accurate.
• OCD - washing away the myths | in Blog Post
  Bellsie clears up some of the common myths about obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and encourages us all to take some time to learn more about OCD.
• Depression: what helped me | in Blog Post
  Karma Yogi shares how understanding his way of thinking before he became depressed helped him feel more able to deal with life's challenges
• When everything changed | in Blog Post
  Terry shares his story of how major depression and panic disorder changed his life, and how he's using fundraising as part of his treatment.
• The burn of borderline personality disorder | in Blog Post
  Today Natalie talks about the emotional wounds caused by borderline personality disorder, and encourages you to imagine what it feels like.
• There's nothing mild about cyclothymia | in Blog Post
  Lizzie blogs about her diagnosis of cyclothymia, and why she feels describing it as a mild disorder is disheartening, distressing and ultimately inaccurate.
• Mindcasts: what's your story? | in Blog Post
  Matt Wilkinson blogs for us about the Mindcasts, and why he feels it's so important that your stories are heard.
• Telling the story of bipolar disorder | in Blog Post
  "It felt like I had picked up a book and read my own story inside – better, it was like having my own story read to me" today G J Davies blogs about his reaction to the Mindcast on bipolar disorder.
• Bipolar away from home | in Blog Post
  Robin shares his experience of being diagnosed with bipolar disorder as a student, what it means for him and why he wouldn't want to be without it.
• Depression: the enemy within | in Blog Post
  "I harbour an enemy within me that, left to its own purposes, eats me up from the inside out." Josie blogs about the impact her depression has had on her life, and how she deals with the enemy within.
• Someone to turn to | in Blog Post
  "She has taught me that no matter how hard things get, how depressed you feel, you always have you friends and family to turn to." Thomas blogs for us about how his fiancee has helped pull him out of the "abyss of despair".
• Psychiatric drugs: key issues and service user perspectives | in Diagnoses & treatment