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Conditions and symptoms
1 in 4 people will experience a mental illness in their lifetime. Learn more about conditions, symptoms and diagnoses so you can get the help you need.
Living with mental illness
With the right treatment and support people living with mental illness can recover. Find out what help and support is available for you or a loved one.
Your rights and restrictions
If you experience mental illness or care for someone who does, it’s vital to know your rights. Read our advice on mental health laws, social care, welfare, and more.
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Help us change the social security system
We are working to influence the UK government to improve the social security system. We want to hear from people living with mental illness who have experienced social security assessments to identify the needed improvements.
Get involved Get involvedRecovering from bulimia and depression - Antonia's story
Antonia faced bulimia alongside depression for around three years. She had a complicated relationship with food and exercise, but through self-compassion and understanding her body, she has now been in recovery for five years.
Read Antonia's story Read Antonia's storyWhat do you want the world to know about living with a mental illness?
For Mental Health Awareness Week in May we’ll be sharing the truth about a life affected by mental illness. Join our campaign by telling us what you want the world to know about living with a mental illness.
Tell the world Tell the worldWhat is an eating disorder?
Eating disorders like bulimia, anorexia and binge eating are a mental illness affecting your relationship with food. They can affect anyone and be treated with medication and talking therapy.
Learn more about eating disorders Learn more about eating disordersAwesome runners raise more than £22,000
A team of 37 runners tackled the London Landmarks Half Marathon on Sunday 7 April and raised a whopping £22,828 for Rethink Mental Illness.
Read about the event Read about the eventSome facts you can trust
We feel it's our duty to address the unhelpful debate which is rumbling on about unemployment and 'mental health culture'.
Read the facts Read the factsJoin the Rethink Mental Illness Carers Advisory Board
Are you an unpaid carer for someone living with mental illness? Use your perspective to help shape the work we do as a part of our Carers Advisory Board.
Join us Join usThe spring budget fails to prioritise mental health
The government's spring budget did not go far enough to relieve pressure on mental health services, says Rethink Mental Illness CEO Mark Winstanley.
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Fundraise
From walking to running, baking to skydiving, there is always a way that you can help us raise vital funds and support our work. Take a look at our fundraising pages today, and help us make a difference.
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Donate
Our network of services, groups and helplines supports thousands of people every year thanks to the generous support of our donors. You can help us be there for more people by donating today.
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Campaign
For over fifty years, we have campaigned for the fair treatment and support of everyone severely affected by mental illness. Sign up to become a campaigner today and lend us your voice.
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Work with us
We put lived experience and passion at the heart of everything we do. Why not join over 1500 other mental health professionals by applying for a role at Rethink Mental Illness? Make your passion our passion.
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