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Children in most need of mental health support turned away due to instability
A recent study conducted by Cambridge University and the National Children’s Bureau highlighted the issues children face in the UK. Those in need of specialist mental health support are often being turned away by NHS services
The research shows that children with social work involvement, especially those from deprived backgrounds...
©Trans-faire: A training protocol for strengthening unions and others’ care of workplace mental health...
Mélanie Dufour-Poirier, Ph. D., CRIA, Associate Professor, School of Industrial Relations, Université de Montréal, walks us through ©Trans-faire, a training protocol for strengthening unions and others’ care of workplace mental health injuries.
Navigating the intersection of mental health and speech and language challenges
A high proportion of children and young people with mental health problems also have speech and language challenges. Jane Harris, Speech and Language UK Chief Executive, tells us about the impact and the systemic changes that could make a huge difference.
Biomarkers in environmental health research
A biomarker is a measurable substance, typically a chemical or biomolecule (protein, lipid, nucleic acid), found in biological samples that is indicative of a normal or abnormal condition of a living organism. But how can biomarkers be used in deciphering human health impacts of environmental contaminants?
How to solve the UK’s crisis of young people with poor mental health
Dr Deborah Lee of Dr Fox Online Pharmacy explores the worrying prevalence of young people with poor mental health, why it’s on the rise, and what can be done to prevent mental ill health and provide the necessary support.
NHS reports an increase in mental health medication prescriptions for 2023/24
The NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) has disclosed its annual report detailing the prescription trends for mental health medications in England, covering the financial year 2023/24
The report, which examines data from April 2015 to March 2024, highlights significant increases in the prescribing and dispensing of medications across various categories.
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Music Therapy for better mental health
Clare Maddocks, Education and Research Officer at the British Association for Music Therapy, discusses the benefits of various types of Music Therapy in promoting improved mental health.
Supporting the mental health needs of children with language and literacy difficulties
Professor Mark Boyes, Curtin enAble Institute, spotlights mental health in the context of language and literacy difficulties, including the urgent need for accessible mental health interventions.
The mental health crisis within the NHS
In a recent survey conducted by the Royal College of Nursing (RCN), it was revealed that nearly nine out of ten NHS nurses in England are working while ill.
Breaking the Stigma: Promoting Awareness of Perinatal Mental Health
Lorna Rothery spoke to Wendy Davis, Executive Director of Postpartum Support International, about the prevalence of perinatal mental health problems and how inadequate medical education and policies surrounding mental health care can negatively affect new parents.
Co-construction: A key to preventing mental health injuries in occupational settings
Dr Mélanie Dufour-Poirier from the Université de Montréal and Dr Jean-Paul Dautel from the Université du Québec en Outaouais outline a new approach to preventing workplace mental health injuries and improving wellbeing.
Cannabis use in young people: Effects on physical and mental health
Cannabis is the most consumed illicit drug in Europe. Latest estimates from the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) indicate that about 23 million (8%) adults (15-64 years old) used cannabis in 2022
Mental health challenges faced by young people post-pandemic
Recent findings reveal a concerning trend in young people in Lincolnshire and extended waits for crucial mental health support services.
Mental health crisis in European workplaces
Sonia Nawrocka, researcher in health, safety, and working conditions at the European Trade Union Institute, reflects on the mental health crisis among European workers and the measures needed to address this crisis.
The role of technology in revolutionizing Canadian mental health services
Dr Marc Robin, Medical Director at Dialogue, discusses Canada’s efforts to improve mental health services and how technology can help.
How the brain regulates emotions, a future with better targeted mental health treatments
Do you ever find yourself in situations where you want to scream out of frustration or anger? Well, there is a reason why you manage to keep cool on those tough days.
Understanding the impact of forced displacement on mental health
Over 114 million people are displaced globally and forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, and human rights violations. We consider the mental health impacts of forced displacement.
Designing out crime: a strategic approach to reducing youth crime rates and boosting mental...
Sarah Nelson, CEO of Foundation for Future London, discusses innovative ways to ‘design out crime’ to reduce crime rates and youth substance abuse in East London.
Upscaling integrated mental health services and systems for people of forced migration
How can realist impact evaluation be used to upscale the integration of mental health programs for people of forced migration? Nancy Clark, an Associate Professor from the University of Victoria, investigates.
Environmental health implications of plastic use in agriculture
Donald A. Bruun and Pamela J. Lein from the University of California, Davis in the U.S., highlight the environmental health implications of plastic use in agriculture.
