Dissociation is a feeling of being disconnected from yourself or the world. Learn what dissociation is, why it happens, and how to find support from Rethink Mental Illness.
On Wednesday 14th January, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) published their report into the Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The CQC report found there had been breaches of regulation ...
The Office for National Statistics has published data on leading causes of death by sexual orientation for the first time. “It is deeply concerning that the data shows suicide is the second leading ...
Here at Rethink Mental Illness, we're passionate about providing a platform for real, authentic stories of living with a mental illness. Over the next five weeks, we'll share five stories. Each one is ...
Rebecca shares her experience living with health anxiety, recounting her worst episodes. She praises the support from therapy, support groups and Rethink Mental Illness’ Advice and Information Service ...
We give advice to people with a diagnosis or symptoms of mental illness who live in England and are 18 or over. We also advise their carers, loved ones, or professionals working with them. Some of the ...
What is it called when you hear voices in your head? It’s known as hearing voices or auditory hallucinations. Find out what it means, why it happens, and when to seek help.
PTSD stands for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. It is a mental illness that can develop after experiencing or witnessing something traumatic, such as a serious accident, assault, or other distressing ...
Dissociation is when you feel disconnected from your thoughts, feelings, or surroundings. It’s a natural response to trauma, helping you get through situations that feel too much to handle at the time ...
Open Dialogue is a collaborative way of supporting someone through a mental health crisis, focusing on the whole family and support network instead of just the individual. It brings everyone together ...
Forgetting certain time periods, events, or personal information Feeling disconnected from your own body, as if you’re watching yourself from the outside A sense of detachment from the world around ...
Looking for practical ways to support your mental health? Here are ten straightforward tips you can use every day to help you feel more balanced and resilient.