The inquiry examining the terrible killings in Nottingham and how services failed so catastrophically must provide answers for the families whose lives have been devastated and for the wider public.

Chris shares his journey with schizoaffective disorder, noting the support from NHS therapy and Rethink Mental Illness’ advice and information service. I was first diagnosed with psychosis in May 2010 ...

A public inquiry into failings which led to the Nottingham attacks in 2023 began yesterday. While it will take some time before the inquiry concludes, we were concerned by reports that decisions about ...

Are psychosis and schizophrenia the same thing? No, psychosis and schizophrenia are not the same. Psychosis is an experience, while schizophrenia is a diagnosis that often includes psychosis. What is ...

We know what it is like to feel stressed and being under pressure is a normal part of life. But becoming overwhelmed by stress can lead to mental health problems or make existing problems worse. On 2 ...

People affected by anorexia nervosa limit how much they eat and drink. They may have a distorted view of their body and a strong fear of gaining weight. Bulimia nervosa involves cycles of binge eating ...

Eating disorders are complex. Treatment is not one-size-fits-all. Plans are shaped around each person’s needs. Eating disorders can cause serious health problems. Regular medical checks and support ...

Some research shows that eating disorders, like other mental health conditions, can be more common in some families. This suggests that genetics may play a role. Researchers do not fully understand ...

Eating disorders are mental health conditions. They involve a difficult relationship with food, body image or weight. Anyone can develop an eating disorder, but it is not because of direct contact ...

The Mental Health Act says when you can be taken to hospital, kept there, and treated against your wishes. This can only happen if you have a mental disorder that puts you, or others, at risk. You ...

People affected by mental illness are at the heart of everything we do. If you have lived with mental illness for years, have been newly diagnosed, care for someone or just want to know more about a ...