Health anxiety is a recognised anxiety disorder and can be hugely debilitating. It often means you spend a lot of time worrying about health, fearing you have a serious illness even when tests show you’re well. Find out more about the condition on our website 👉 https://bit.ly/4swX6Tu

📈 Over 1,000 people have joined our campaign calling for safer care in mental health hospitals. We’ve made progress, but we’re not stopping here. We need your help to make sure the word gets out. Sign up to our campaign. Share this post. Help us create change 👉 https://bit.ly/4dr3Izh

📢 Schizophrenia affects around 1 in 100 people. Yet it is still hugely stigmatised and misunderstood. Share this post so that people get the facts on schizophrenia symptoms. Schizophrenia can look different to everyone. For detail on different symptoms, head to our website 👉 https://bit.ly/3MGEv8D

🐣 Whether you celebrate Easter or not, we hope you find time for what makes you happy over the long weekend. We won't be moderating our accounts during the bank holiday, but we'll be back on Tuesday 7 April. Share this post to raise awareness of the places people can contact for support 💜

⚠️ Our new campaign is calling for safer care in mental health hospitals across the country. With your help, we can demand change. Join us today 👉 https://bit.ly/485YEwp

Mania and hypomania are symptoms of living with bipolar disorder. They can involve high energy, impulsivity, reduced sleep, racing thoughts, irritability, and sometimes psychosis. For #WorldBipolarDay, share this to spread practical ways to help someone going through a manic episode.

Bipolar is one of the most common mental health diagnoses but still remains hugely misunderstood. For #WorldBipolarDay, we want that to change.

😤 This shouldn’t be too much to ask. Our new campaign is calling for safer mental health care. Join us 👉 https://bit.ly/485YEwp

When someone is admitted to hospital for mental health care, they should be kept safe. But for too many people, this isn’t the reality. We’re campaigning for safer care in mental health services. Join us 👉 https://bit.ly/485YEwp

Unsafe care in hospitals costs lives. Those of us living with mental illness deserve better.

📢 We’re campaigning for safer care in mental health settings. After years of failings, we demand change. If you want to join us, add your name to our new campaign today 👉 https://bit.ly/485YEwp

Our member @rethinkcharity.bsky.social is calling for urgent improvements in mental health inpatient care through the #BetterCare = #SaferCare campaign. Because better care isn’t optional - it’s what keeps people safe. ✍️ Add your name: www.rethink.org/campaigns-an...

⚠️ Too often, people are not being kept safe in mental health hospitals. This can’t go on. Our new campaign is calling for safer care in mental health settings. If you agree, add your name today 👉 https://bit.ly/485YEwp Together, we can demand change that is desperately needed.

People living with mental illness have so much resilience.

Experiencing hallucinations can be confusing and distressing. But knowing the different types can help you or someone you care about access the right support. Share this post to help us raise awareness of the types of hallucinations, and head to our website for more info 👉 https://bit.ly/4lDUode

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Today, we’re calling for an urgent review of the NICE anxiety guideline – backed by 70 organisations, individuals and parliamentarians including Liberal Democrats Spokesperson for Mental Health @dannychambers.bsky.social, @rethinkcharity.bsky.social and @mentalhealthuk.bsky.social

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is experienced by 1 in 50 people in the UK. Despite this, it continues to be highly stigmatised and misunderstood. Share this post so people get the facts on OCD symptoms.

For some people, Mother’s Day is the perfect reason to celebrate their Mum. For others, it brings up more complicated feelings and can trigger feelings of worry or trauma. If you find today tough, here's your reminder that you're not alone 💜

For those of us severely affected by mental illness, progress in diagnosis and treatment has not kept pace with our needs. Which is why we’re supporting a groundbreaking new research study, GlobalMinds. Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/4aZ1CF5

Dissociation can be hugely debilitating and confusing to experience. There are lots of reasons why you might experience dissociation. It can be linked to numerous different mental illnesses. For #DIDAwarenessDay, we're raising awareness of dissociative disorders 👉 www.rethink.org/dissociation

Having thoughts about self-harm can be confusing and distressing. But there are steps you can take to cope. In aid of self-injury awareness day, share these tips. You never know who they might help 💜 Get more advice on our website 👉 https://bit.ly/4l4SEcS

Anyone can develop an eating disorder. But too often, stigma stops people from reaching out for help. For #EDAW2026, share this post to help us change that. Find out more about eating disorders, including what support and treatment is available, on our website 👉 www.rethink.org/eatingdisorders

We won't stop until we have a society that truly cares 💜

Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be hugely debilitating. But with the right support and treatment, you can either fully recover or put steps in place to manage the symptoms. You can find out everything you need to know about PTSD on our website 👉 rethink.org/ptsd

💜 We're thinking of anyone who finds Valentine's Day tough.

⚠️ Experiencing psychosis can be overwhelming. To support someone, don't argue with what they're going through. Stay calm, listen, and show compassion. Share this to spread practical ways to help.

📈 In 2023/24, young people waiting over a year for CAMHS treatment increased by 52% on the previous year. We need to do more to ensure that young people are given access to mental health support when they need it. #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek

🤦 So frustrating. Get the facts about obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) on our website 👉 rethink.org/ocd

Very proud to be an official partner of Carers Week again this year. Our charity was formed by carers, and we think the world of them 💜

Mental health is the UK public's biggest health concern. It should not be turned into a culture war.

📢 Easy as 1, 2, 3. As mental health continues to be discussed in the world of politics, we wanted to share these reminders 👇

🗣️ If someone opens up to you about their mental illness, you don't need to fix things or find solutions straight away. The best way you can help is by listening carefully and responding with compassion.

We must end the stigma around mental illness.

👋 Welcome to our 'In Other Words' content series. Across five weeks, we're sharing five stories. Each one is written by a real person who describes their experience of mental illness as a metaphor 👇 (1/3)

Blue Monday is not real. Depression and low mood impact people all year round, not just a random Monday in January.

It's great that the government have made progress on cutting physical health waiting times within the NHS. But their targets don't include mental health, and record numbers of people are waiting for community mental health support. We must see action on mental health waiting times.

With the right support and management, people living with bipolar can lead happy and fulfilling lives. Despite this, the condition continues to be stigmatised and misunderstood. We want to change that. Get the facts about bipolar on our website 👉 rethink.org/bipolar

⚠️ As Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and 100mph winds, we’re thinking of anyone feeling isolated or unable to heat their home. Evidence shows that those of us living with mental illness are more likely to have cold homes. With that in mind, here are some tips for the severe cold weather.

Hilary experienced devastating feelings of grief after her brother took his own life. In her blog, she speaks about how she navigated those feelings, and what makes her feel hopeful now 👉 bit.ly/45Kv2n9

With the right support, we can manage our symptoms. But too often, we have to deal with stigma too. That must change. Head to our website to get the facts on schizophrenia 👉 rethink.org/schizophrenia

Everyone severely affected by mental illness deserves a good quality of life, no matter their circumstance 💜

Whatever you do over the festive period, we hope you find some time for the things that make you happy 💜 Our social media team are taking a break until 2 January now, and we won't be moderating our channels in that time. Here's how you can access support over the holidays if you need it.

Who's with us? 🎄

📢 After decades of campaigning, the Mental Health Act has finally been reformed for the 21st Century. Someone is detained under the act every 10 minutes in England, so this is a historic moment. Reform is a huge step in the right direction, but there’s still work to do.

Christmas can be a magical time. But for those of us living with a mental illness, it can sometimes feel overwhelming. Our website provides some practical steps you can take to manage your mental health during the festive period 👉 bit.ly/4iqjuux

Waiting times for mental health treatment continue to grow, but our Advice Team are there to help people navigate the system. Help us reach more people with our trusted guidance 👉 bit.ly/4rGNlmK

🚨 Our response to the launch of the government’s independent review of rising demand for mental health, ADHD and autism services. This review needs to lead to change that people can feel: a future where everyone can get the care they need, when they need it.

🚨 Waiting times for mental health support continue to rise. But our Advice Team continues to be there to help people navigate the mental health system. Help us reach more people with our trusted advice and information. Donate today 👉 bit.ly/3K8tnk1

🚨 With growing demand and limited support from other services, our Advice Team are needed more than ever. For the next week, every donation will be matched as part of the Big Give Campaign. This #GivingTuesday, donate £10 to help us reach more people, and we’ll receive £20 👉 rethink.org/biggive