Mental illness types

Bi-polar Disorder

This is a mental health problem that is characterised by periods of deep depression and of very excited behaviour known as mania. Read more

Psychosis

Psychosis is a word used to describe symptoms or experiences that happen together. Read more

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a long-term mental health condition that causes a range of different psychological symptoms Read more

Personality Disorders

This is one of the most controversial psychiatric diagnoses. Read more

Other conditions

There are many and varied complex mental health conditions. Useful and up to date source of reliable information is Royal College of Psychiatrists. Read more

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Philip is fighting in the internal MCG Winter Tournament

Peter is fighting in the MCG Winter Charity Tournament

My historical fencing club, Medieval Combat Group, are running an internal Christmas charity tournament on the 14th of December! All money raised goes to CAUSE, in support of mental health throughout Northern Ireland.

Medieval Combat Group Winter Tournament

We have various students competing in our internal tournament, each fundraising for Cause. This is somewhere for the other students (who don't want to show favouritism amongst their fellow competitors) and other supporters of the class to support Cause by donating as well.

Peter is fighting in the internal MCG Winter Tournament

Support groups

A safe and confidential space to talk, to learn about mental illness and services but also to connect with others who are dealing with similar issues and problems.

Our vision

Partners in care - Supporters in recovery - Advocates for Change

Support our carers

Giving regularly helps us to continue our support to many families, friends and partners caring for a loved one with a serious mental illness as it allows us to plan for our future projects and services. You can make a one off donation too or give regularly now or you can also send your donation simply. If you require any further information about making a donation to CAUSE, please call us on 028 9065 0650 or email: [email protected]

Supporting Activities

We arrange supporting activities and short breaks to ensure carers can prioritise their own health and well-being.

Jen and Paul Cha Cha Cha for CAUSE

We are having a ball supporting this fantastic local mental health charity - the only one of its kind!

Harry's strictly for CAUSE

CAUSE is the only charity of its kind in Northern Ireland that is peer led and supports those people impacted by someone's severe mental illness.

Our services

Established in 1995, CAUSE is peer-led which means it is run by carers for carers. We know from direct personal experience the issues carers can face. Whether you just need someone to talk to, guidance on finding your way around or accessing services, how to work with professionals, learning more about mental illness, support available for carers or dealing with other problems, we are here for you.

Strictly for Kids

We are dancing to raise much needed funds to support families and friends caring for someone with a serious mental illness. A very worthy CAUSE..

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For Carers

CAUSE is peer-led which means it is run by mental health carers for mental health carers. We know from direct personal experience the issues that you as a mental health carer can face. Carer Advocates are here to provide you with help - tailored to what you need to cope in your care-giving role.