Open letter: labelling children as 'snowflakes' is actively damaging
We co-signed an open letter from Natasha Devon responding to a stigmatising Daily Star headline
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British Psychological Society funds research into the effectiveness of clinical psychologists working in primary care
More than a quarter of people who visit their GP in the UK every day have problems which are primarily psychological rather than physical, but they do not always receive access to the care that they need.
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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
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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.
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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
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NHS and local authorities should invest in support for young people who self-harm, says Centre for Mental Health report
Our new evaluation looks at what works in supporting young people who are struggling with self-harm
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Government, NHS, schools and local authorities should do more to support children with persistent behavioural problems
One child in every twelve in the UK risks having behavioural problems from a young age into their teenage years
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Sue Bailey begins work as chair of Centre for Mental Health
Professor Dame Sue Bailey has become the Centre's new Chair of Trustees, succeeding Lady Elizabeth Vallance after eight years in the role
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Centre for Mental Health welcomes Budget investment in NHS mental health services
We respond to the Chancellor's announcement of £2 billion extra annual investment in NHS mental health services
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The Centre celebrates the work of our Chair, Lady Elizabeth Vallance
As Lady Elizabeth steps down as Chair, some of the Centre's friends reflect on her impact
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Centre for Mental Health welcomes BMA call for greater investment in action to prevent poor mental health
We warmly welcome the BMA’s call for a ‘cradle to grave’ approach to mental health prevention.
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