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Today it is important to educate people about the #MentalHealthAct, which is a crucial piece of UK legislature that aims to safeguard individuals and wider society from the harms of mental distress. People normally engage with NHS mental healthcare services voluntarily, seeking appointments with a GP, attending referrals to specialist clinics, or calling dedicated phone support lines in crisis moments. However, the Mental Health Act allows people to be detained against their will for the greater good and in their best interest. Discover more about the Mental Health Act here: https://ow.ly/oHOO50TIOTb #Health #MentalHealth #WMHD #NHS #GP #WorldMentalHealthDay

As today is #MentalHealthDay and I thought it would be good to share an article on the #MentalHealthAct Get in touch with any questions #MentalHealth #WMHD #NHS #GP

Save the date! This will be an interesting discussion around mental health design from different perspectives. Register your place on the link below! #mentalhealth #debate #everythingarchitecture

Blending digital and face-to-face CBT interventions allows me to provide the essential support needed to help individuals successfully reintegrate into the community.

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay At NIHR Greater Manchester Patient Safety Research Collaboration, we are dedicated to improving #patientsafety and reducing suicide and self-harm in England. Socially disadvantaged people face higher risks of self-harm and suicide, often lacking access to the care they need. Our research into Preventing Suicide and Self-harm aims to make sure interventions are fit for purpose for everyone, and that no group is left behind. Together, we can help save lives and ensure that mental health care is accessible and effective for everyone. Find out more about our Preventing Suicide and Self-harm research theme: https://lnkd.in/e2aStjDF #nihr #mentalhealth #healthresearch #mentalhealthmatters #WSPD2024

Behind every statistic about mental health shortages are real people needing real support. That's why our #LocumTenens providers are at the heart of our mission, filling critical gaps and improving access to mental healthcare. By prioritizing provider well-being, we enhance patient care and improve access to support services across the country. Learn more about our commitment here: https://hubs.li/Q02tQygg0 #MentalHealthAwareness

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is accepting feedback on the statement of scope to create an emergency and permanent state administrative rule for the certification and operation of crisis hostels. This program type was created with the enactment of 2023 Wisconsin Act 249. Crisis hostels are intended to act as a mental health stabilization program with a maximum of 15 beds that provide services to an adult on a voluntary basis to prevent or reduce the individual's mental health needs and avoid admission of the individual to a more restrictive setting. See the statement of work: https://lnkd.in/gF_mBv2K Feedback from will be accepted at a virtual preliminary public hearing August 23, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. or anytime in writing now through midnight August 23, 2024. See the Notice of Preliminary Public Hearing and Comment Period for more information on how to join the event July 16 or to submit comments in writing: https://lnkd.in/gCA9Q-U6 #Crisis #mentalhealth #publichearing #feedback #administrativerules

#MentalHealth #Day3 Today is Day 3 of our mental health awareness journey! Our exciting topic for today is the benefits of involving family and caregivers in the recovery process. A caregiver is anyone actively supporting a person with a mental illness, whether it's a family member or a friend. Here are some key benefits: 1. Decrease in Relapse Rates: With family and caregivers involved, individuals are less likely to experience a relapse. 2. Better Adherence to Medication: Support from loved ones ensures that patients stick to their prescribed treatment plans. 3. Low Levels of Stigmatization: Active involvement reduces the stigma associated with mental illness, fostering a more supportive environment. 4. Decrease in Hospital Admissions: Regular support can lead to fewer hospital visits and admissions. 5. Reduction in Psychiatric Symptoms: Consistent care and attention help in alleviating psychiatric symptoms, promoting overall well-being. Let's be involved in the recovery process. The Academy of Public Health (The APH) ⚕️ #Mental #MentalHealthAwareness #Family #Friends #Care #APH #YPPH24 #VIP24

Join us tomorrow for a webinar where our panel of experts discuss the role of digital interventions in supporting Integrated Primary Community Mental Health Support Services and much more.

🌈 Developing Self-advocacy 🌟 Meet P.K. (he/him), who's been on a remarkable journey with Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment Services (CORE). P.K. has been actively honing his self-advocacy skills and working towards better communication of his needs. Facing extreme stress and anxiety, P.K.'s physician suggested discontinuing his mental health medications. Undeterred, P.K. collaborated with his caseworker to articulate concerns and express how these medications positively impact his well-being. Together, they engaged in role-playing sessions, preparing P.K. for a crucial conversation with his physician. With unwavering support, P.K.'s caseworker joined him during the appointment, offering encouragement as P.K. eloquently advocated for his needs. The result? Success! 🎉 P.K. effectively communicated his perspective, leading to an agreement with his provider to maintain his medication regimen without any discontinuations. 🙌 #SelfAdvocacyWin #CORESuccessStory #EmpowermentJourney #TransformationTuesday #growingstrongercommunities