On 26/07/17 I wrote to Gwent Police and senior Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Trust Mental Health Nursing Manager, Perry Attwell. Hi Perry and Gwent Police, I have been wanting to write to you, with regard to the current status of my detainment under section of the mental health act…
This morning I met with my local MP Jessica Morden. Jessica represents Labour and is the parliamentary representative for the Newport East constituency. Over the past few years that I have known Jessica we have had two face-to-face meetings scheduled that have unfortunately not materialised due to me being sectioned on…
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After four years of campaigning, I met Welsh Assembly Member John Griffiths to discuss the End Of Terror initiative. We addressed the need for reform in mental health services, encouraging greater networking and advocacy. Griffiths provided insights on political strategies and emphasized the importance of improving conditions for mental health patients.
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I have been a non-consenting patient of southeast Wales’ mental health services since 2nd April 1997. I have almost amassed twenty years of living within this closed mental health system. I write this report with a view to enacting real change for the better for myself and other end users of…
View More Report on Mental Health in Southeast Wales for John Griffiths AM and Jessica Morden MP
The author, diagnosed with schizophrenia, recounts an 18-month ban on drinking more than two pints of beer at the Castle Inn, stemming from a police directive influenced by their psychiatrist. They argue this infringes on their rights and challenges mental health policies, intending to pursue legal action against the pub.
View More A Step Too Far: Mental Health and The Castle Inn, Caldicot
Brexit, like it or not is a reality. 54% of the public voted in a referendum for us to leave the EU. I watched with despair as events unfolded and was almost praying for us to stay in as I feared that a Brexit decision could really send my End…
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Wesley Gerrard, a 37-year-old mature student at Cardiff University, has faced eighteen years of mental health struggles, leading to multiple detainments under the Mental Health Act. His experiences prompted him to create a campaign site, but this has resulted in police involvement. Despite his challenges, he resumed his education with institutional support.
View More Cardiff student tells of sectioning nightmare – from Gair Rhydd – Cardiff University student newspaper
Let me introduce a new character on the doctor front. Dr. Agniezsca Tyson, or Agi, is a Polish female acute psychiatrist employed by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. She works out of the Hywel Dda Centre in Chepstow and is head of psychiatry for Lower Monmouthshire. She is also a…
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The author expresses a desire to live and emphasizes the need for healthcare systems, particularly psychiatry, to prioritize health and life. They criticize the current state of psychiatry as being misaligned with promoting well-being. Additional links are provided for a video and music by Grace.
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The Mental Health Act is a parliamentary law in the UK that impacts many lives, including the author’s. While acknowledging its democratic endorsement, the author feels it has negatively affected their life. They advocate for a broader understanding of mental health issues and consider the act’s potential need for reform to better align with human rights.
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Sub Focus offers easy-listening Drum & Bass, with “World of Hurt” fitting well with the #EoTVibe and the #EndOfTerror movement, highlighting the fight for mental health rights. The track underscores the importance of music in raising awareness and supporting this crucial cause. Further information on Sub Focus is available online.
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Kasabian’s album West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum features standout tracks that resonate with listeners, earning its place in the #EoTVibe. The band is recognized as one of Britain’s finest. For more, check out their music on platforms like YouTube and Last.fm.
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I won’t make any silly comments on this as I feel that when The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was signed, (a fair time ago now) and how it was intended, is important for all people on this planet, whatever their views. I’m going to copy and paste the preamble…
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The post discusses the experience of feeling overwhelmed, specifically relating to a ‘borderline’ personality. It features a link to a YouTube video and includes a reference to Madonna’s music, suggesting a connection between emotional challenges and cultural figures. Overall, it highlights feelings of distress and a search for understanding.
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The author reflects on their 14 years of experience in the UK’s psychiatric services, highlighting forced admissions and harmful psychiatric practices. They argue that patients face severe human rights violations due to profit-driven motives of pharmaceutical companies and practitioners. The systemic issues create lifelong disabilities, drawing parallels to historical atrocities without optimism for resolution.
View More Chemical Warfare On Humans