Some of these stories describe the personal experiences of people who have helped us in our work. Others are stories submitted by users of this website.
There are a variety of stories, including experiences of different mental health problems and strategies for surviving mental distress.
Alan's story. After spending his entire life devoted to the care of his severely disturbed mother - all the while believing that her condition was normal, Alan has now finally found an escape.
Alan D's story. An account of someone who got his work life balance wrong and nearly committed suicide as a result.
Bea Thompson's story. The benefits of exercise referral therapy.
Charles' story. Still trying to find a balance....a centre in his life.
Chris's story. Light & Dark - an account of experiencing dark and light times and how not to be afraid of the dark.
Eddie's story. After 20 years as a policeman, Eddie started to suffer from mental health problems. This is his story about his experiences and his road to recovery.
Graeme's story. Graeme has been diagnosed as having Cyclothymia, a "milder" form of rapid-cycling manic-depression.
Green Gym user's story. The benefits of attending a Green Gym.
Happy's story. My Depression Story and help for others.
Helen's story. Having had gender dysphoria since childhood Helen has lived with the pain of living in a man's body.
J's story. Reclaiming madness. A search for one's true self, following sexual abuse.
James Wooldridge's story. Living with Manic Depression - Or: 'The light at the end of the tunnel is not necessarily an oncoming train!'
John Exell's story. Unusual Beliefs and Homeopathy
John & Kirsty's story. A tale of a family with a seriously mentally ill son as they journey through local mental health services.
K's story. Do you really understand? My struggle against depression.
Laura's story. Consumed by severe post-natal depression and anxiety, Laura's social drinking habit escalated into 24-hour drinking. This is her story about her experiences with alcohol and mental health.
Lynn Thomas's story. Recently diagnosed with bi-polar disorder, Lynn has written a poem which he hopes reflects and expresses the difficulties he has with his 'highs' and 'lows'.
Paul's Story. Paul's journey includes making an important piece of Disability Discrimination Act employment case law with the assistance of the Disability Rights Commission in the Employment Appeal Tribunal.
Paula's Story. Trauma to possible triumph.
A rape victim's story. Living in fear.
Rebecca's story. Living with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Rosemarie's story. Diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and bipolar, Rosemarie has learnt to live with it and control it.
Sara's story. Diagnosed as 'a classic' manic depressive, Sara shares her self management techniques.
Stephen Sutton's story. Living with Depression.
Sybil Ah_Mane's story. The media have empowered me. A case study showing how people with mental health problems can use the media.
Terry Simpson's story. No limit to what you are. A look at re-evaluation counselling.
Wendy Jessop's story. The benefits of exercise referral therapy.
Please note that the views and comments expressed in these stories do not necessarily reflect those held by the Mental Health Foundation.
If you want to share your story please contact the Web Team at the Mental Health Foundation, Sea Containers House, 20 Upper Ground, London, SE1 9QB. Email: webteam@mhf.org.uk Tel: 020 7803 1147. Fax: 020 7803 1111.
If you want to comment on these stories or to find support or advice, please use our bulletin boards or Getting Help.
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