World Bipolar Day is celebrated each year on March 30th, the birthday of Vincent Van Gogh, who was posthumously diagnosed as having bipolar disorder. World Bipolar Day takes place on 30 March each ...

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 ...

OCD can put strain on relationships with partners, family, and friends, but support and understanding can make a real difference. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can affect every part of life, ...

The most effective treatments for OCD are: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Especially a type called Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), which helps people face their fears and reduce ...

The Equality Act 2010 is an anti-discrimination law that protects people in England from unfair treatment. It brings previous equality laws together and makes it easier to understand your rights at ...

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is an anxiety-related condition. Some people with OCD experience obsessive thoughts about germs or contamination, which can lead to compulsive behaviours like ...

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 ...

Antidepressants can cause tiredness or drowsiness as a side effect. This might affect your ability to drive or use machinery safely. Not everyone will feel tired, but if you do, it’s important to get ...

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 ...

Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses that involve disordered eating behaviour. This might mean limiting the amount of food eaten, eating very large quantities of food at once, getting rid of ...

Some people experience side effects, such as drowsiness or weight gain. Not everyone gets them, and many side effects fade over time. If you’re worried, your doctor can help you manage them. Never ...

Yes, some antidepressants can cause weight gain. If you’re concerned, speak to your doctor about your options. Why does weight gain happen? Some antidepressants list weight gain as a possible side ...