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Forum Topics
The Lived Experience Forum has hundreds of discussions on the experience of mental health and illness. They're organised under these seven topics — click one to find discussions on that theme.
Our stories
New to the Lived Experience Forum? Start here. A place to introduce yourself, read the stories of people like you and share your own experience
Posts 119239
Looking after ourselves
Coping strategies. Self-care tips. Goals and how to reach them. Celebration and motivation. Supporting ourselves and each other. All the things that help.
Posts 55346
Social Spaces
Relax and unwind with Forum friends. Drop in for fun, or a friendly chat. Say good morning to the other members or share the experience of some of your favourite hobbies or interests.
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Something’s not right
All about struggles, not coping, having a rough time or challenges with diagnoses. Ask questions, ask for help, offer support, share your knowledge and experience.
Posts 134777
Useful resources
Services, tools, new research, treatments, technologies, books, websites. Ask for resources or post helpful ones you’ve found.
Posts 1905
Special Events
Check this space out for ‘Topic Tuesday’ and other special Forums events. Read past event discussions and see what’s coming soon!
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Lived Experience
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