Personal
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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, some good links and ideas
for coping. |
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A
personal take on bipolar disorder – has lots of very useful
info on his experiences of medication, treatment, diagnosis, highs
& lows and learning to cope – also inc FAQs and excellent
suggestions to help stay stable. |
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The
author charts his progression through the mental health system,
explaining the factors leading up to his admissions onto an actute
ward. He also writes about his early experiences, aswell as how
he is now. |
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'This
eccentric and eclectic site contains over a thousand pages of information
on a wealth of subjects and an encyclopaedic set of things linked
together conceptually, and links to thousands of places around the
world' |
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Organisations/Networks |
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A
new movement, which focuses on issues specific to women mental health
service users, using creativity to achieve our aims and attract
attention to our causes. Site contains info, creativity etc. |
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The
all new website of this energetic mental health surivivors organisation.
Includes details of future gigs & events, the origins of Mad
Pride and their 'Stop The Suicides' campaign. |
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| SUN International | A service user network based in the south of England - aims to exchange info on mental health, wellbeing, welfare rights, employment and user/carer involvement. |
Info
on befriending services - includes related info (eg on bullying,
self harm, statistics, how to help a friend). You can also e-mail
them for support. |
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For
anyone stressed out/at the end of their tether or just needing to
talk. Includes details of how to contact them (including by e-mail)
and what to expect if you do. |
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Non
judgemental and supportive – reads like the person is there
with you. Also links to other pages which may be helpful (inc one
for someone who feels they’re not being taken seriously and
one for the bereaved). |
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Suicide
and crisis support around the world (find out what helplines are
available in your country). |
A small collective of trainers and consultants who are experts both
through experience and profession. Website includes info on their
publications and training, including the THRIVE approach to mental
wellness. |
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Provides an experiential approach to understanding psychosis and
it's implications through a one day training course. The trainers
have personal experience of both service provider and user positions.
Sounds good to me. |
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| 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 |
| Ron Coleman Voices | Ron is a survivor, a trainer, an author and has developed a recovery centred approach for helping others with their own ‘voices’ and experiences. His website details some of his experiences, his work, his writing and his training days/workshops |
| Working To Recovery Ltd | Ron and Karen's company. The website details their approach, training & events, publications and work |
Medication |
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An
excellent webstie providing info about different psychiatric medications,
how they function and their withdrawal effects. It is written by
those with personal experience of 'coming off', as well as clinicians
who have supported the process. |
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Very
detailed information on medications used in psychiatry - also has
info on disorders, diagnosis (choice of US or european criteria)
and further reading. |
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Easy
to understand Information on medication (including side effects).
Also links to other related topics and a medication helpline. |
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A
group of people experiencing varying degrees of withdrawal and dependance
on Seroxat (Paroxatine) – support, info (including articles
on from newspapers, magazines, tv progs, other charities etc). The
forum has over 300 members. |
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Psychological
/ Therapy |
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Site
includes a searchable list of counsellors and therapists (including
information on their specialties and cost), information on ethical
issues and useful links |
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Others |
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| See
Recovery Section |
For
info on recovery focussed ideas, services and strategies |
See
Mind Info |
Lots
of resources on alternative therapies including music, tai chi,
aromatherapy, reiki healing .... |
A
confidential information and advice for young people (aged 13 –
19). You can call, txt, email, textphone or speak online to advisors
from 8pm - 2pm daily. Site also has info on health, housing, money,
careers, relationships etc. |
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Lively,
well designed site. Features include factsheets on just about everything,
personal stories, suggestions for getting through stressful times,
chill café (inc reviews, paint it, scream it/dream it, send
e cards and lots more). |
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User
friendly site with lots of info about a wide range of health topics
- inc physical and emotional. |
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A
site written by a teenager to help others - includes info on relaxation
and strategies to cope with anxiety related probs |
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For
young people - 'Your guide to the real world'. Straight talking
site that includes magazine, online community and information sections.
Covers a wide range of topics inluding body image, sexuality, mental
health and drug use. |
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An
interactive site that provides a safe place to discuss the issues
that affect you and find details of places to get support. Includes
personal experiences, poetry, artwork and a games zone |
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| YoungMinds | Contains an infocentre for young people, their parents and professionals, an online magazine and a range of leaflets. Also info on the charity itself and how you can support it. |
A
site for young people by young people. Has telephone/e-mail helpline,
links to other useful sites, examples of some common problems -
emotional health, body image, relationships etc |
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