Other conditions

ADHD

We have put links below to other leaflets produced by the Royal College of Psychiatrists which you may also find useful.

Latest

Strictly for Cause 2022 (Aaron and Fiona's page)

For several years Fiona and I have support CAUSE! They do amazing work for people who support someone living with a serious mental illness.
Strictly for CAUSE 2022

We're fundraising to support CAUSE in their vital work in our community.
Rome Marathon 2022!

CAUSE is a great local charity and I’ve always had a marathon on my bucket list…!
Involvement & Co-Production Leadership Development Programme

This exciting new programme offers HSC staff, service users and carers an excellent opportunity to develop together their capacity to support the HSC to improve how it plans, delivers and lead our services together.

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.
Psychosis

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

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

Anyone can get depressed.
Personality Disorders

This is one of the most controversial psychiatric diagnoses.

£100 Voucher Scheme

Please note - NEW DATE FOR REGISTRATION - will be open from September 27 to October 25!
free tickets and access cards for carers

With lockdown restrictions easing we are looking forward to getting out and about a little more. Check out the schemes that provide free or reduced tickets for a carer!
Free access cards and tickets for carers

With lockdown restrictions easing we are looking forward to getting out and about a little more. Check out the schemes that provide free or reduced tickets for a carer!
My family member has been detained - what does that mean?

This section only deals with people who are detained under the Civil process, (eg. from home) and not under the criminal justice process.
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 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.
What does recovery mean?

The concept of recovery
Our vision

Partners in care - Supporters in recovery - Advocates for Change
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.
About mental illness and personal accounts of mental illness