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| Kiss It | A campaign against 'the inhumanity of psychiatric assault' - an opportunity for survivors, users, refusers, friends & allies to make an 'in yer face' statement, expressing their outrage directly, peacefully and humourously. Campaign launch is Valentines Day, 2005 |
| OUTCRY
Conference 20 September 2003, London |
A service user/suvivor run event that aims to promote our voices and protest against government plans to increase compulsion via the mental health bill. Site contains background info, list of speakers etc |
| Carers - Experts By Experience | Plymouth based site, contains info on local support, caring for yourself, claiming benefits, the mental health act, research, stigma and just about everything else. Well worth a visit |
| Lots
of information for carers on stress, direct payments, take a break
scheme, young carers, a message board, offices of CarersUK, a link
to Carer Radio Station and more ....... |
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| Includes
information on young carers, taking care of your own health, taking
a break, respite, employment, money matters and details of local
carers centres |
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A national focus for people that work to support young carers and
their families across england and the UK. Website includes a national
database of young carers projects, messages from young carers to
professionals and links to information and support |
| Info
about charity’s work inc support and education. Includes a
list of dos and don’ts for family & friends, helpline
details and some leaflets. |
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| Large
site containing wide range of info inc details of support groups,
treatments, and campaigns |
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Interactive self-help site for men coping with mental distress.
It is a place to visit, take your time, exchange views and advice,
get angry, relax or get useful info. Ireland based, but open to
men everywhere |
Includes
authors experiences, journal, safe places, hints on disclosure,
Q&A, readers' coping tips, poetry, good memories, links, message
board |
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The
world's first ever research unit into depersonalisation - includes
info, faqs, summary of research projects and a comprehensive list
of articles |
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| Mosaic Minds | Online resource centre compiled by survivors – inc ‘keeping safe’, ‘reading room’, ‘interactive community forums’, ‘books’ and links section |
| See DreamChild | A personal account of her experiences of depersonalization (plus derealization, anxiety and depression). Provides an insight into how it it feels, her own history, treatments she has tried (and their effectiveness), some good links and ideas for coping. |
| See Abuse, Trauma & Surviving It |
Provides
info an adults infoline, youthline, info, support groups/contacts,
poetry, mens issues, an education package for students, teachers,
youth workers etc, membership info and more |
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A
clearing house for eating disorders news, research, reports, conferences
and opinions. A UK based site run by Lucy Serpell. |
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A
wealth of resources inc academic, treatment, associated physical
problems, national organisations, newsgroups, disorders including
Binge Eating Disorder, a booklist and lots of general sites |
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Worldwide
organisation based on the 12 step programme - real & online meetings
info, newsletter, support and personal stories. Resources and information
inc booklist. |
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An online community for everyone affected by eating disorders, helping
people to reach out for support and find a safe haven for their
thoughts and feelings. Includes info and personal experiences |
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| User led charity, based in south of England – but relavent to all. Lots of interesting articles, UK support finder, leaflets, info on their services, poetry, prose, inspirational quotes and more |
Information
and/or Support |
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Information
for users, carers and proffessionals. Lots of articles on disorders,
treatments and related issues. Legal and advocay advice. |
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Information
for users, carers and proffessionals. Lots of articles on disorders,
treatments and related issues. Legal and advocay advice. |
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Mental
health charity. Large site including leaflets (downloadable) and
information, a bookshop, detailds of campaigns, events, local services,
and training and conferences ....... |
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Information
on major disorders (eg depression, schizophrenia, anorexia), coping
skills, sleep, therapy, your rights, medication, thought diaries
and the mental health act. |
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Contains
some interesting info plus carers and users sections. Also includes
details of the organisation and how to help them. |
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Loads
of info and resources including articles on symptoms, disorders,
treatments etc. Also book reviews, FAQ, live chat and support forums.
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| Psychjourney | A US site aiming to bridge the gap between mental health 'consumers' and service providers. Sections include spirituality, coping with stress, advocacy, caring etc. There's lots of good stuff here, but browse around as it's not always obvious where it is |
| Re-Quest.org.uk | A website for young men affected by mental health problems. Includes facts & stats, personal experiences, and a large list of resources and organistions which might help |
(Formally
NSF) A big site which covers all severe mental illnesses, carers
issues, tips on living with it etc. Also info on their services,
events, campaigns and includes the National Voices Forum. |
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Loads
of info on disorders and treatment options. Also has a details of
their research lab, training, jobs and their telephone helpline.
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Information
about the organisation, claiming benefits, your rights, a list of
publications, briefings and campaigns, the point & click magazine,
services available and resources |
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Interactive self-help site for men coping with mental distress.
It is a place to visit, take your time, exchange views and advice,
get angry, relax or get useful info. Ireland based, but open to
men everywhere |
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Links
and Resources Sites |
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Information
for users, carers and proffessionals. Lots of articles on disorders,
treatments and related issues. Legal and advocay advice |
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A
wealth of links and info on alternative therapies, self esteem,
relaxation, anger management etc. Plus an A-Z of disorders, a booklist
and submit your own links section |
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