What’s the real impact of MQ’s research?
At MQ, we believe in funding the research that can deliver the biggest impact for those facing mental illness. But how do we measure this? Here are five principles we use to demonstrate impact.
Lead articles
Genes and depression - expert Q&A
Around one in five people worldwide will experience severe depression in their lifetime - yet our knowledge of what causes it remains incredibly limited. But new research could provide hope for the development of more effective, personalised care for those affected.
Does being victimised cause self-harm and suicide?
Research from Jessie Baldwin, a young scientist, looks at the link between victimisation and suicidal behaviours.
Mind over matter?
How could better understanding what's going on the body help to develop new treatments for mental illness?
What puts someone over 60 at risk of psychosis?
Too often, older people are neglected in psychosis studies, meaning they’re left without effective help. Researcher Jean Stafford is addressing this, with her work looking at the factors which puts someone at risk of psychosis when they're older.
5 studies transforming mental health in autism
Autistic people are more likely to experience mental health conditions, with anxiety affecting a staggering 40%. What are the reasons for mental illness in autistic people, and how can we develop better treatments to improve the quality of life for those affected? We take a look at the research finding out.
Could this simple exercise prevent mental illness in emergency workers?
Paramedics are three times as likely as the general population to develop mental health problems. We chat to a researcher testing a simple exercise with the hope of preventing mental illness from affecting so many emergency workers.
Four projects improving mental health for new mothers
This Mother's Day we look at four projects transforming maternal mental health.