Liaison and diversion: the economic case
Effective diversion requires some up-front investment in dedicated liaison and diversion teams working in police stations and courts.
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More funding for mental health
In the 2015 Budget, the government announced an extra £1.25 billion investment over five years for improvements in mental health support.
Falling through the gaps
Women who have depression or anxiety during pregnancy or in the year after giving birth are not having their needs recognised and not getting the support they need as a result.
Too many women are falling through the gaps and not getting help for mental health during and after pregnancy, says new report
Women who have depression or anxiety during pregnancy or in the year after giving birth are not having their needs recognised and not getting the support they need as a result.
Mental health during and after pregnancy
Perinatal mental health problems affect around one in five mothers. Learn more about what we’re doing and what still needs to change.
Co-morbidities: physical health and mental health problems together
The cost to the health system and to wider society of mental health problems among people with physical illnesses is considerable.
Employment: the economic case
Mental health problems cost employers nearly £35 billion each year. That’s about £1,300 per employee.
Supporter care charter
Our supporter care charter recognises the value of all our supporters.
Secure mental health services
Secure mental health services treat people with severe mental health problems who pose a risk to the public. But the services are subject to long delays and patients getting stuck.
Prevention is the best cure – mental health equality matters
Prevention really is the best cure and it is also the most humane and cost effective action any of us can take.