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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · 2h

🗓️ One day to go!

Tomorrow, we're using #WorldMentalHealthDay to shout our message loud and clear: waiting should never cost lives.

Find out more 👉 www.rethink.org/wmhd

Promotional graphic fror World Mental Health Day, with messaging which reads: "This World Mental Health Day, we're standing with people living with mental illness to say: Waiting should never cost lives."

Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · 1d

The government inherited a broken mental health system.

But it can't let the situation get any worse.

We must prioritise cutting mental health waiting times.

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · 2d

Our new report, Right Treatment, Right Time 2025, shows the devastating impact that waiting times have on people living with mental illness.

Things can’t go on like this. We must cut mental health waiting times.

Read the report 👉 www.rethink.org/RTRT2025

We asked hundreds of people living with mental illness about their experiences. 74% said they did not get the right treatment at the right time.

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · 6d

On the day that the ONS published their annual suicide statistics, we want to spread a message of hope.

Because behind every number is a real person.
Because everyone deserves support.
Because there are always reasons to stay.

A pink background with a single word in the middle: "Stay."

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · 7d

💭 Too often, a 'one-size-fits-all' approach to mental health services ignores the lived experiences of marginalised groups.

Peter, from our EDI Team, talks about the fundamental shift
required to improve outcomes in the mental health system.

Find out more 👉 bit.ly/42lEcFf

"Equality, diversity and inclusion are not corporate buzz words. EDI is essential for a successful mental health sector, says peter alleyne"

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · 14d

Too many people are waiting too long for support.

We need to see action on mental health waiting times.

Now.

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · 16d

Mental illness is not a trend.

A reminder that just because more people are speaking up doesn’t mean it’s fashionable.

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · 21d

With so much sadness and tragedy in the world, the news can feel overwhelming.

@mhealthuk.bsky.social has advice on managing news anxiety. 👇

Mental Health UK @mhealthuk.bsky.social · 21d

Right now, with everything happening in the world, the news can feel overwhelming.

If you’re feeling unsettled and distressed, you’re not alone.

Our tips 👇

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · 23d

Using mental illnesses to describe everyday situations only reinforces stigma.

Let’s rethink this harmful language.

Share if you agree and find the facts on our website.

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · 24d

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

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · 29d

Suicidal thoughts are common, hugely complex and can happen to anyone.

Using words that suggest they are a sin can add to stigma and fear of talking about them.

On #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, words matter.

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · 29d

This #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, share this post. You never know who might need it.

Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · 29d

When you're feeling suicidal, the pain can be overwhelming.

Even in the darkest moments, there are things you can try that might help.
- Go to a safe place
- Talk to someone you trust
- Focus on just getting through now
- Reframe your thoughts
- Seek support

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · Sep 8

Feeling inspired? Join the 2026 team 👉 fundraising.rethink.org/event/great-...

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · Sep 8

This weekend, our incredible fundraisers took on the Great North Run, raising a whopping £35,000!

We loved seeing so many of you on the route and around the charity village – every step and every donation makes a real difference.

Let’s show our amazing fundraisers some love – drop a comment below!

Collage of four images from the Great North Run. Top left: Participant near a 'Rethink Mental Illness' banner. Top right: Participants running under a bridge. Bottom left: Two participants smiling with medals. Bottom right: A participant holding a medal with a scenic background. There is a message of Thank you! in a purple bubble in the middle.

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · Sep 8

Hi Christine. We recommend checking with your GP to see if you're eligible.

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · Sep 5

We won’t stop until we have a society that truly cares for people severely affected by mental illness.

#InternationalDayOfCharity

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · Sep 4

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · Sep 4

It’s time we have a society that provides those of us living with mental illness with everything we need to thrive.

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · Sep 3

Find out more here 👇
educationhub.blog.gov.uk/2025/09/what...

What you need to know about the Emergency Alerts test on 7 September

The government will be testing the Emergency Alerts system this Sunday, and your phone is likely to make a loud noise even if it's on silent. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening ...

educationhub.blog.gov.uk

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · Sep 3

If you have a 4G/5G mobile device, you'll receive a test alert from the government’s Emergency Alerts service on Sunday 7 September at 3pm.

The sound might shock or startle you.

Remember if you'd like to keep your phone hidden for any reason, you can turn it off.

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · Sep 2

Until we address the issues under the surface, we will continue to see increased demand on overstretched public services.

Join us as we campaign for a society that truly cares for people severely affected by mental illness 👉 www.rethink.org/campaigner

A graphic of an iceberg, where above the surface there are examples of how our mental health system is in crisis.

Under the surface, there are examples of societal causes of mental illness.

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · Aug 28

To us, people experiencing mental illness are some of the most resilient people on the planet.

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · Aug 28

There are lots of reasons why people – particularly young people – are experiencing problems with their mental health.

What they need is better access to support, rather than having their grit and resilience questioned.

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Rethink Mental Illness @rethinkcharity.bsky.social · Aug 28

Are more people being diagnosed with disorders related to mental health? Yes.

Is there a consensus that these conditions are being ‘overdiagnosed’? No.

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