Understanding Psychosis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment and Support
Psychosis is often misunderstood, yet it is more common than many people realise. At MQ Mental Health Research, we are committed to improving understanding of mental health conditions through research and evidence. By breaking down what psychosis is, how it can present, and what support is available, we can help reduce stigma and support earlier access to care.
A declaration of commitment to research
MQ was founded to improve mental health research and connect the public with scientists working to find solutions for the 1 in 4 of us impacted by mental illness. Since our founding we have invested over £30 million in research, all around the world. But this is just...
Study Finds Standard Therapy May Not Work for Many Autistic Adults
New research analysing thousands of therapy cases across England suggests many autistic adults see little improvement from standard treatments, highlighting the need for more tailored mental health care. A study published in Nature Mental Health suggests that autistic adults experience mixed outcomes when receiving standard psychological therapies for depression and anxiety. While some individuals improve, many see little change in their symptoms and a smaller group experience worsening mental health.
Effects of Social Media on Children’s Mental Health: What a Large New Study Reveals
A large review published in JAMA Pediatrics suggests that heavier use of digital media, particularly social media, is consistently associated with poorer developmental outcomes in children and teenagers. While video games may offer a small boost to certain mental skills, the overall pattern in the data links greater digital media use with higher levels of depression, behavioural problems, and substance use.
Before the symptoms show – how biology and life experiences shape depression risk in adolescence
The IDEA project uses biological and sociological factors to give a risk score for depressions. Zuzanna Zajkowska, a Research Associate for the project, explains more.
Are AI Therapy Chatbots Safe? New Study Raises Ethical Concerns
As more people turn to tools like ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs) for mental health advice, new research suggests these systems may not yet be ready to safely fill that role. A study by researchers at Brown University found that AI chatbots often fail to meet the ethical standards expected in professional psychotherapy, even when they are prompted to follow
established therapeutic approaches.
A New Method to Identify Adolescents At Highest Risk of Developing Depression
MQ researchers have developed a test that combines biological markers with lifestyle factors to predict which adolescents will go on to develop depression.Â
A Digital Intervention to Reduce Intrusive Memories of Trauma
A study led by MQ Founding Trustee Professor Emily Holmes has shown that a digital intervention, that includes gameplay, can dramatically reduce intrusive memories of trauma
The South North Adventure: A Celebration of Young People’s Resilience
Four men will row and cycle from the South to the North of the UK in order to bring the youth’s lived experience into the research process.
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