More Than One Million Children Referred to Mental Health Services in England
A new report from England’s Children’s Commissioner has revealed that more than one million children were referred to mental health services in the last year alone, highlighting growing demand and increasing pressure on already stretched services.
Why people with severe mental illness are more likely to be hospitalised with infections
People living with severe mental illness already face significant inequalities in physical health. New research is helping us better understand one important part of this picture: why infections lead to hospital admissions more often in this group, and why outcomes can be worse.
People with severe mental illness face a higher risk of dying from infections, new study finds
People living with severe mental illness already face huge health inequalities. Now, new research led by MQ researcher Dr Amy Ronaldson shows that this group is also significantly more likely to die from common infections.
Co-production and PPIE – what exactly is it?
The concepts of co‑production in research and PPIE (Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement) are closely related, but they are not identical.
Co-production isn’t just a buzzword to put in funding applications, it is essential for research that’s grounded in reality
Research that is done in equal partnership with the people it benefits, is much more grounded in reality and has a higher chance of having an impact.
Why Negative News Grabs Our Attention and What It Means For Our Mental Health
If it feels like bad news dominates your feed, you are not imagining it. New research suggests there is a measurable reason why negative headlines are more likely to grab our attention.
In a large study analysing online news consumption, researchers explored how the language used in headlines affects whether people click on a story. The findings reveal something striking. The more negative words included in a headline, the more likely people were to engage with it.
Autism and mental health: new evidence on premature mortality risk
Autistic people are more likely to die prematurely than non-autistic people, but understanding why has been a challenge. A large population study from Sweden, published in the British Journal of Psychiatry, adds important new insight. It shows that co-occurring mental health conditions play a major role in this increased risk.
AI and Mental Health: Promise, Pitfalls and Practice
AI tools are becoming part of mental health care, but their adoption must be done responsibly. It cannot replace the human elements that make therapy effective.
MQ Trustee Professor Ann John awarded OBE for leadership in suicide prevention
Ann, who is Chair of the MQ Science Council, has dedicated her career to understanding and preventing suicide and self-harm.
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