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Nottingham stabbings: Government pledges mental health reforms Read more- https://lnkd.in/g2D4jHSP #NottinghamStabbings #MentalHealthReforms #GovernmentPledge #PublicSafety #MentalHealthCrisis #PolicyChange #HealthcareReform #CrimeAndHealth

Andy Bell dissects data from the NHS Benchmarking Network's most recent results on mental health care in the UK in 2023. The findings for 2023 show how mental health services are operating at a rapid pace to keep up with the growing demand for mental health support and depicts how these services are developing and adapting to meet unprecedented levels of need. However, there is a genuine risk that these services may fail to keep up with demand unless funding is increased to allow them to develop and evolve. With the right amount of funding, we can ensure the progress gained since the Mental Health Implementation Plan is maintained and access, quality, and equity improve rather than deteriorate. Read the full blog now (reading time: 5 minutes) ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/epApSZka #NHSBenchmarking #Data #Research #Blog #MentalHealthServices

Lord Darzi’s independent review of the state of the NHS sets out clearly why we must invest in the nation’s mental health. The report makes the case for long-term change to the way our national health service works, as well as urgent action to turn around the nation’s deteriorating mental health. The report says that ‘it is our mental health that appears to have deteriorated most significantly in the past decade’ and that this has led to rising referrals to services that cannot keep up with demand. Find out more here. https://bit.ly/47sFVtC #mentalhealthsupport #everymindmatters #mentalhealthrecovery

Lord Darzi’s independent review of the state of the NHS sets out clearly why we must invest in the nation’s mental health. The report makes the case for long-term change to the way our national health service works, as well as urgent action to turn around the nation’s deteriorating mental health. The report says that ‘it is our mental health that appears to have deteriorated most significantly in the past decade’ and that this has led to rising referrals to services that cannot keep up with demand. Find out more here. https://bit.ly/47sFVtC #mentalhealthsupport #everymindmatters #mentalhealthrecovery

The European Parliament has approved its first report on #mentalhealth, marking a significant step in addressing the growing mental health challenges across the EU. The report emphasizes the importance of collecting data, developing effective policies, and addressing the #stigma associated with mental health. It also focuses on three guiding principles: access to #prevention, high-quality and affordable #healthcare, and reintegration into society post recovery. The EU's commitment to mental health is aimed at complementing Member States' policies and supporting real action on the ground. This initiative is a crucial step towards promoting good mental health and well-being across the #EU. As a mental health advocate, I applaud Sara Cerdas for this significant progress and look forward to the positive impact it will have on the lives of millions of EU citizens. #MentalHealthMatters #mentalhealthadvocacy

Mental Health is a critical issue and one organisations need to equip themselves and their leaders to effectively manage. Morally & financially it makes sense. https://lnkd.in/eSkR_H32 

As a rural psychologist for 21 years, I can absolutely attest to how difficult it is. Of roughly 37k psychologists, only 7k of us work regionally and rurally. Incentives would be a great start, but retention is also a challenge. We need to look holistically  at the challenges, including the higher likelihood of burnout for rural psychs. We also need to do so much more to support rural psychs, as we often work constantly at the top of our scope of practice, whilst being more isolated in our work, either because we work in solo practice, or in  multidisciplinary teams where there are no other psychologists. Working rurally is an absolute gift, and I would not want to work anywhere else, but the unique challenges of rural practice are often overlooked, and how to scaffold and support rural clinicians must be considered as part of a very important process of recruitment and retention.

The Mental Health Act featured as one of the government's priorities in today's King's Speech 🧠 The monarch says that his government will focus on improving the "mental health provision for young people", as well as "ensure mental health is given the same attention and focus as physical health". The government will also legislate to modernise the Mental Health Act "so it is fit for the 21st Century", which is welcome news for the many mental health care providers, including HealthHero, who have called for this much-needed review. Check out the blog below ⬇️ #kingsspeech #mentalhealthact #healthnews

Sector Update: Annually, the NHS Benchmarking Network shares comprehensive data with mental health services in all four UK nations. This data shows the services offered, the resources allocated, and the challenges faced by these services on a daily basis nationwide. Check out the the data collected for 2023: https://lnkd.in/epApSZka #BestPractice #BPL2023

🔍 "Mental Health – Experiences of NHS Care in the 1970s" Journey back to the 1970s as I share my personal experiences with mental health care in the NHS. This retrospective look offers valuable insights into how far we've come and the challenges that still lie ahead. A must-read for healthcare professionals and advocates. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eMVRNsTw #MentalHealthAwareness #HealthcareEvolution #PymsConsultancy