Breaking the cycle of homelessness and poor mental health
Andy Bell and Sophie Boobis explore what government and services can do to tackle the toxic link between homelessness and poor mental health.
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Covid-19 and the nation’s mental health
This report explores the impacts of Covid-19 and how the pandemic has affected mental health services in the UK, four years on.
The Darzi Review and its implications for mental health
Andy digs into the detail of the Darzi review, exploring how the NHS needs to change in order to create a new start for mental health
New data on use of Mental Health Act shows urgent need for reform, says Centre for Mental Health
Latest figures show gaping disparities in use of the Act, underlining the need for whole-system reforms.
Darzi review underscores need for urgent action to rebuild the nation’s mental health, says Centre for Mental Health
Lord Darzi’s independent review of the NHS makes the case for long-term change to the way it works, and urgent action to turn around the nation’s deteriorating mental health.
Just living and coping
This report outlines the significant impact the cost-of-living crisis has had on people with mental health problems.
Podcast: Kadra Abdinasir
Kadra Abdinasir, the Centre’s Associate Director of Policy, sits down with Thea to unpack the first few weeks of the new Government and what the policy announcements so far mean for mental health.
More than the sum of our parts
This report explores how collaboration between local stakeholders can lead to more effective and equitable support for people living with a mental illness.
David Lyon: a tribute from Centre for Mental Health
We remember David Lyon, our former resources director and friend
Not in school
Research shows that escalating rates of mental health problems among young people, long waiting lists and rejected referrals fuel school absences.