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The NHS Long Term Plan
What does it mean for mental health? Our handy briefing summarises the implications Read more
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What next? Delivering fundamental reform for the Mental Health Act
Andy emphasises the need for legislation change and concerted action to bring about fundamental reforms Read more
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Restoring something lost
Could therapy dogs improve the mental health of prisoners at risk of self-harm and suicide? Read more
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Why disinvesting in mental health rehabilitation services is a false economy
Rajesh argues that the NHS Long Term Plan must address neglected rehabilitation services Read more
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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
We're driving change in mental health policy and practice
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Commission for Equality in Mental Health: Call for Evidence, January 2019
We want to hear about inequalities of all kinds in mental health: what causes them, what can prevent or mitigate them, and what would help to reduce mental health inequality -
Centre for Mental Health welcomes pledges to improve mental health care in NHS Long-Term Plan
The important new pledges will need to be accompanied by cross-government action to bring about equality for mental health -
Centre for Mental Health staff join fellowship scheme to change the conversation about mental health
Sarah Hughes and Andy are among the first members of the new fellowship which brings together people with a wide range of expertise -
Centre for Mental Health begins writer-in-residence scheme with Mark Brown
We're delighted to announce a new writer-in-residence scheme -
Resetting the rules for primary care and mental health
Dr Paul Turner highlights a fundamental need to challenge prevailing assumptions in mental health care
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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....