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Filling the chasm
We explored local initiatives which are bridging the gap between primary care and secondary care services Read more
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Centre for Mental Health welcomes Mental Health Act Review report
Our response to the findings and recommendations of the Act's independent review Read more
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Principles for mental health in the Long-Term NHS Plan: A Consensus Statement
As part of the Mental Health Policy Group, we share the principles which need to underpin the Long Term Plan Read more
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A space to talk
What works in supporting young people who struggle with self-harm? Read more
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The children’s mental health survey and its implications
Lorraine takes a longer look at the key findings behind new children's prevalence data Read more
We're driving change in mental health policy and practice
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Primary mental health care must be at heart of long-term NHS plan, says new report from Centre for Mental Health & University of Birmingham
Primary care services provide the vast majority of NHS mental health support yet their role has been ignored in successive national policies and strategies, says a report published today by Centre for Mental Health and the University of Birmingham.
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Rising levels of poor mental health among children and young people show need for investment and reform, says Centre for Mental Health
We respond to new prevalence figures on mental health difficulties in children and young people -
The unspoken frontier: meeting the emotional needs of people with cancer
Moira from Macmillan Cancer Support looks at what is needed to support the mental health of people facing cancer -
Lottery Boost Set To Strengthen The Mental Health, Wellbeing and Skills of Birmingham’s Young African Caribbean Men
Young African Caribbean men across Birmingham will benefit from National Lottery funding, thanks to a life-changing scheme initiated by Birmingham Repertory Theatre, First Class Legacy, Centre for Mental Health and Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. -
Social media, young people and mental health
Does social media negatively impact upon young people's wellbeing? We looked at the evidence.
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Our Work
Children & Young People
1 in 5 children will experience a mental health problem at some point during childhood, but many do not get effective and timely support. We’re working to change this…
Criminal Justice
90% of prisoners have a mental health or substance misuse problem; we’re working to ensure more get the right help where and when they need it…
Economics
Our economic analysis demonstrates both the human and financial costs of mental health problems, and highlights how much money society could save through better support
Employment
The majority of people with mental health problems want to work, but often the support they need is not available. We’re making sure more people get the right help when they want it…
Physical & Mental Health
Physical health problems make mental health problems worse, and vice versa. We're finding ways to fix this by understanding how these complex needs can be better addressed together
Veterans
Most former Service people make a successful transition to civilian life but some experience mental health problems and we’re finding ways to offer them effective help
Changing Policy
We have been changing and influencing mental health policy for 30 years and we're still doing so....