More maternal suicides could be prevented, study says
While the overall number of pregnancy-related deaths in women is falling, some could receive better care, particularly in relation to their mental health, according to a UK-wide study.
Mental health and religious institutions – a changing relationship
Mental health services and religious institutions have had a sometimes fractious relationship over the years, but there are signs it is changing for the better, says Dr Nick Stafford.
Parental Mental Health and Child Welfare Conference Presentations
This conference aimed to share what works from the perspective of children, parents, professionals and research in order to further understanding of key issues in parental mental health and child…
Parliamentary Review offers fresh evidence of damage proposed cuts to ESA could have on people with disabilities
The government’s proposed cut of £30 per week to Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) will have a detrimental impact on people with mental ill health, learning disabilities or autism and…
Third of people with mental health problems have self-harmed to cope with pressure of Christmas, survey finds
More than a third (36%) of people with mental health problems have self-harmed to cope with the pressure of Christmas, while 45% have considered taking their own life, according to…
Mental health is a ‘nonversation’ for more than half of parents, new survey finds
More than half (55%) of parents in England have never spoken to their children about mental health – including wellbeing, stress, anxiety and depression – according to a new survey.
Scientists discover link between loss of grey matter and negative schizophrenia symptoms
There may be a link between the loss of brain grey matter tissue and the development of negative symptoms in people with schizophrenia, according to new research.
Toolkit to improve mental health services for children and their families launched
A new toolkit that aims to help professionals include parents and carers in every aspect of the delivery of young people’s mental health services – from what happens in the…
Birmingham mental health trust launches DVD aimed at South Asian families affected by dementia
A DVD specifically aimed at South Asian families affected by dementia has been launched by Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust.
New treatment for people with major depressive episodes recommended by NICE
Brintellix (vortioxetine) has been recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) as a clinically and cost-effective treatment option for patients with major depressive episodes (MDE) who…