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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · Aug 4

Organisations involved in ethical review of adult social care research across Scotland are being urged to register for a choice of two webinars encouraging them to make their voices heard on this important subject.

Register to attend 🔗 www.nhsresearchscotland.org.uk/news/new-web...

Save the Date announcement for NHS Research Scotland's Social Care Research Ethics webinar on 5 and 6 August, from 2-3 PM, held online via Microsoft Teams. Includes details on the focus for attendees working in Local Authorities, Health and Social Care Partnerships, and the third sector. Two images depict a video call session and an elderly people smiling and looking at a tablet with caregivers. Visit nrs.org.uk/calendar for more information.

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Platfform @platfform.org · Jul 21

The safeguards meant to protect minoritised ethnic communities from historically unequal treatment in the mental health system are currently still just a recommendation.

That’s not enough. The Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework must be made law.

UK mental health law is failing racialised communities

The Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework must be adopted into legislation to reduce harm that people can receive from 'helping systems.'

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SWAN Autism (Scotland) @swanautismscotland.bsky.social · Jul 21

Do you run community groups, events or activities? Work in organisations with neurodivergent people? Would you like to learn more about neuro-affirming practice? Join us on Mon, 11th Aug for 'Understanding & Developing Neuroinclusive Events & Activities' www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1074364766...

Understanding and Developing Neuro-inclusive Events and Activities

Join us for an in-depth understanding of neurodiversity and key practical considerations for inclusive event and activity delivery

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NIHR PRU Behavioural and Social Sciences @nihr-pru-bass.bsky.social · Jul 17

In May, our Co-Investigator Professor Mike Kelly took part in a panel discussion around health inequalities and inequalities in science, exploring their root causes and ways to address them.

It was hosted by @cam.ac.uk, and can be accessed on YouTube below.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmQw...

CUSPE Health Inequalities Panel

YouTube video by Cambridge University Science and Policy Exchange

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The Mental Elf @thementalelf.bsky.social · Jun 12

Date for your diary #BIGSPD25! The 2026 @bigspd.bsky.social conference will be in Blackpool #BIGSPD26 16-18 June 2026

Sign up later in the year on the BIGSPD website so you don't miss the announcements when they come later this year: bigspd.org.uk/conferences-...

Conferences and Events

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Centre for Mental Health @centreformh.bsky.social · Jul 15

🏘️ Local councils play a pivotal role in creating the conditions for our mental health to thrive.

We've shared a range of examples from across the country of council projects and policies which are boosting mental health locally. Want to share yours? tinyurl.com/v9jdv7ue

Illustration of two people chatting in a library. Text: Mental health is made in communities. We’re celebrating what local councils are doing to support mental health around the country.

Illustration of a children's swimming lesson. Text: Tell us about your local initiatives that are making a difference.

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Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · Jul 5

"When I hear the word epidemic, I think of a quick, immediate increase...We’re not seeing that with autism. What we are seeing is a gradual rise over the past 20 years due to broadened diagnostic definitions, better screening, and increased awareness." publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/is-ther...

Is There an Autism Epidemic? | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades—but why? An autism researcher explains what's behind the increase.

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Centre for Research in Autism and Education @craeioe.bsky.social · Jul 2

#CRAEwebinar next week
Thursday 10th July 4pm bst

Join Sarah Hampton as she shares with us research that asks, why do many autistic young people experience anxiety and depression, and what can help?

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Environmental influences on anxiety and depression in autistic young people

Join Sarah Hampton as she shares research that asks, why do many autistic young people experience anxiety and depression, and what can help?

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Association of Medical Research Charities @amrc-uk.bsky.social · Jul 2

Our member charities fund vital research that improves lives and offers hope to countless people.

Find out how we plan to support them to be as effective as possible as they find new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat disease ▶️ bit.ly/43CWfaM.

Our strategy

Our 2025-2030 strategic plan outlines who we are, what we do for our members, how we work and our strategic goals for the next five years. We will champion, support and connect our members t...

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The Mental Elf @thementalelf.bsky.social · Jun 11

Our next #BIGSPD25 keynote talk is from Prof Michaela Swales from Bangor University.

Thirty Years of #DBT: Where are we now and what next?

🧵 THREAD

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The McPin Foundation @mcpinfoundation.bsky.social · Jun 30

In 2024 we worked with young people to design a Trevor Project survey on the experiences of 9,600 LGBTQ+ young people ages 13 to 24 across the UK. Report now live 👇
www.thetrevorproject.org/survey-inter...

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Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · Jun 17

From @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social

When the public becomes research partners, mental health insights grow deeper and more relevant. Watch how collaboration between researchers and those with lived experience is transforming our questions, and answers.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmQW...

From Experience to Impact - PPIE Series

YouTube video by MQ Mental Health Research

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The McPin Foundation @mcpinfoundation.bsky.social · May 19

Emma, Eva and members of our Young People's Advisory group (YPAG) share their reflections on being part of Therapy and Social Change Network Emotionally Healthy Schools Event. Read more here 👇https://mcpin.org/what-makes-an-emotionally-healthy-school/

#mentalhealth #healthyschools #reflections

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Platfform @platfform.org · May 14

Why do we organise community events? Research proves that connecting with people is good for our mental health. It gives us a sense of belonging, identity and purpose – all vital to help us thrive.

What does community mean to you? Let us know here buff.ly/QEUtDeF and we'll share the results online.

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · May 14

🗓️ Wed 11 June national #ARCseminar:

Exploring lived experience with creative arts
www.eventbrite.com/e/exploring-...

Prof Caroline Sanders @arc-gm.bsky.social
Prof Monica Lakhanpaul @ucl.ac.uk
Dr Laura Abbott @arceastofengland.bsky.social
Barbara Czyznikowska & Lis Naylor @arc-em.bsky.social

NIHR National Institute for Health and Care Research #ARCseminar
Image: Close-up picture of a paintbrush painting bright watercolours

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Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · May 13

The Scottish Association for Mental Health is launching its new plan, Taking Action, Creating Change, laying out how it'll meet its goals for the next four years, including opening The Nook in Glasgow.

Read more about our plan here:

www.samh.org.uk/about-us/plan

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Mind @mind.org.uk · May 12

Mental Health Awareness Week has begun 💙

If you’re needing a little support, here’s who to call ☎️

Please share far and wide! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

A pink graphic with a list of mental health helplines for Mental Health Awareness Week. It includes:

Mind: 0300 102 1234 (Open 9am–6pm weekdays)
Samaritans: 116 123 (Always open)
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): 0800 58 58 58 (Open 5pm–midnight)
If you're in Wales, CALL: 0800 132 737 (Always open)
If you're under 25, The Mix: Text THEMIX to 85258 (Always open)
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Platfform @platfform.org · May 8

In two weeks! We're holding a free online learning webinar. Join us for a look into the history of mental health, whether current approaches are effective - and what's getting in the way of working in a strengths-based way.

Book your place here: buff.ly/2cvzNGD

An image shows a person in a health evaluation setting. Text on the image reads: Strengths Based Learning 2025. Challenging the dominant narrative of mental health. 22/05, 9:30-11:30am, online.

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MHScot Workplace Wellbeing CIC @mentalhealthscot.land · May 7

Does your team know about the mental health support available to them? Many organisations invest in wellbeing initiatives but fail to communicate them effectively.
Use emails, posters, meetings & awareness sessions to spread the word. A well-informed team is a supported team!💪
#WorkplaceWellbeing

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Centre for Mental Health @centreformh.bsky.social · May 6

⚠️ Mental health needs are rising - but this year, the share of NHS spending dedicated to mental health has dropped.

The Government can turn this around by investing now.

Keep a look out for our new report, launching tomorrow, where we'll be exploring investment priorities for mental health.

A graph showing need for mental health services rising and the share of NHS spending on mental health services declining. Text reads: By investing in what works,
the Government can turn the tide on poor mental health

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Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · Apr 30

On the website you can also find information on the autism & personality disorder research we’ve helped fund, and sign up for the site’s newsletter so you don’t miss out on future updates on our work and results when they’re released.

Sign up here
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Sign Up for Research Updates | I-RAP

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Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · Apr 30

If you’re interested in improving recognition & understanding of #autism & personality disorder, you need to check out our research partner @citystgeorges.bsky.social's new site!

It has loads of information, including what we know about why misdiagnosis happens.

Take a look here
👉 bit.ly/4jasGTc

"Improving Recognition and Understanding of Autism and Personality Disorder – Homepage | I-RAP”

The I-RAP (Improving Recognition and Understanding of Autism and Personality Disorder) study is aiming to find out why autism is sometimes missed or misdiagnosed in people diagnosed with a personality...

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Platfform @platfform.org · Apr 23

Our 'new-look' website for young people is live 🥳

It's home to information about support available through our projects as well as blogs and resources written and created by young people for young people.

Check it out and share with others platfform4yp.org

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The McPin Foundation @mcpinfoundation.bsky.social · Apr 23

Free on Friday afternoon & interested in young people's mental health?

Come join 2 of our lovely team as they speak at the 'Emotionally Healthy Schools: Engaging the Therapy Professions' event!

Date: Fri 25 April
Time: 5-7pm
Place: Online
Cost: Free

Find out more & register here 👉 bit.ly/42JqDhU

Emotionally Healthy Schools: Engaging the Therapy Professions

Emotionally Healthy Schools: Engaging the Therapy Professions, A TaSC Seminar

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BIGSPD @bigspd.bsky.social · Apr 22

Excited to announce Mick McKeown will open the BIGSPD conference as our first of many great plenary speakers. His talk "Relational Practice: making hope possible rather than despair convincing" Limited tickets available bigspd.org.uk/bigspd-confe...

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