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mental health conditions

Whether you’re living with poor mental health, mental illness or supporting somebody who is, we believe everyone deserves access to accurate information.

Mental health can affect everyone. One in four people will be affected by mental illness in their lifetime, but we believe that anyone can experience it in their lifetime. Change Mental Health want to tackle the misinformation and stigma around what can be a scary or little-known subject.

Click on each mental health condition below to learn more about what they are, their symptoms and causes, and how they can be treated. We have comprehensive resources at the bottom of this page.

conditions

Personality Disorders

mental health conditions characterised by a lifelong pattern of harmful self-perceptions and problematic responses to others

Psychosis

Psychosis is experienced differently by each person. It refers to loss of contact with reality, such as seeing or believing things that aren't real

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

a condition caused by a distressing and traumatic experience with symptoms such as intense flashbacks or nightmares

Anxiety

a mental health condition characterised by persistent and excessive worry, fear, or nervousness about everyday situations

Bipolar

a mental health condition characterised by significant mood swings, shifting between intense highs (mania) and lows (depression), disrupting daily life and emotions

Depression

A mental health condition characterised by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness and a lack of interest in activities.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

mental health condition characterised by unwanted thoughts causing anxiety, leading to repetitive actions or behaviours

Schizophrenia

a condition characterised by hallucinations, delusions and disorganised thinking

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)

a mental health condition where individuals become excessively concerned with perceived flaws in their appearance.

Eating disorders

eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that involve challenging relationships with food, body image and self-esteem

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

a type of depression that is linked to seasonal changes and can negatively affect your day-to-day life

Selective mutism

an anxiety condition where a person is physically unable to speak in certain situations

Borderline personality disorder

a personality disorder that leads to unstable emotions, behaviours, interpersonal relationships, and self-esteem

Schizoaffective disorder

a mental health condition where you experience psychosis as well as mood symptoms

resources

Our comprehensive resources can help you understand mental health conditions and situations more clearly.

Click on the link below to read through our many resources, including what to do during a cost of living crisis, mental health tips for students, and your rights as a carer.
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stories

We are driven by the lived experiences of the people we support and work with and are committed to person-centred approaches and meaningful participation.

That’s why we want to share the many stories of the people at Change Mental Health to learn about their journey and the transformational support they have received when they need it and in a way which works best for them.
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insights

Insights is where we share the expertise, experiences and stories that matter most to Change Mental Health.

From collaborations to services supporting people experiencing mental illness, you’ll find valuable insights from our team and updates on the work we’re doing across Scotland.

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research

We are committed to delivering research to create a discussion around improving the lives of people affected by mental illness.

We conduct research independently and collaborate with other organisations across the country to ensure our work is more evidence-led.
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calendar

Our mental health awareness days calendar is designed to highlight key events throughout the year that promote mental wellbeing, reduce stigma and encourage open conversations about mental health.

Mark your calendar and get involved by spreading the word, volunteering, or donating to support mental health initiatives.

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