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Theatre in the old psychiatric hospitals
Juliet Foster, a social psychologist working at the University of Cambridge, has been  funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council to research the role of theatre in the old psychiatric hospitals, which closed down in the early 1990s.
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The recession has led to more calls for help with mental health problems
The mental health charity Mind has reported a surge in demand for its helplines, with calls to its Infoline and Legal line up 18 per cent and 28 per cent respectively between October 2011 and April 2012 compared with the same period in 2010-11.
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Unsung Heroes report on Service families
More research is needed into the impact that mental ill health in the armed forces has on the families of military personnel.
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Consequences of the 'schizophrenia' label
The consequences of the schizophrenia label are to be discussed at an upcoming independent inquiry.
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A roundtable on sport and mental health
Exercise is known to be good for people with mental health problems, yet taking part in elite sport poses unique challenges to athletes’ mental health. That was the paradox discussed at a roundtable on sport and mental health that took place between four Chartered Psychologists at the Society’s Annual Conference in London, in April. The roundtable was chaired Emeritus Professor Ken Brown, Chair of the Society’s Standing Conference Committee.
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Wilderness course for better mental health
A new course has been announced as part of a Scottish mental health initiative aimed at helping individuals to learn basic wilderness skills. Run by Forestry Commission Scotland, the Branching Out programme - which also encourages people to take part in conservation activities - will now be running a new 12-week scheme in East Renfrewshire. Participants will join in a number of pursuits helping them to get closer to nature, such as forest photography, tree identification, tai chi, site walks, willow weaving and hut building.
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Childhood survey and later mental health
A childhood survey could help to identify young people who may experience psychiatric problems in later life.
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When therapy works better than drugs
Psychological treatments such as cognitive therapy (CT) can be effective when combating early warning signs that may lead to psychosis or scizophrenia.
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Mental health support improves behaviour
Implementing school-based mental health support can result in marked improvements regarding self-reported behavioural problems in primary classrooms.
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The psychological benefits of yoga
Stress-related psychological conditions can be effectively treated through yoga, new research has suggested.
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Society backs call for mental health minister
The BPS has supported Lord Layard’s call for the appointment of a dedicated cabinet minster for mental health and social care based in the Department of Health.
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Can art therapy help mental illness?
Being referred to art therapy may not prove beneficial for schizophrenia sufferers.
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Extra funds to go to child mental health
The Society has welcomed today's announcement that an extra £22m is to be spent on mental health services for childr
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Psychs on Bikes to cross Australia
On 14 April 2012, around 50 motorcyclists will leave Cottesloe Beach in Perth, Western Australia and arrive nine days later at Bondi Beach in Sydney, having travelled 2600 miles.
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Designing better mental health services
The Joint Commissioning Panel for Mental Health (JCP-MH) has published the first four guides in volume 2 of its commissioning framework.
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The importance of urban green spaces
Green spaces in areas deemed economically deprived can help people to cope when they lose their job.
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Society public engagement grant leads to further work in men's mental health
An allotment scheme funded by the North East London NHS Foundation Trust, with the help of a public engagement grant from the Society, is providing the inspiration for further work.
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DSM-5: Is shyness a mental illness?
Shyness in a child, and depression following the death of a loved one, could be classed as mental illness under new guidelines.
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New mental health commission guides
New guides aimed at assisting commissioners as they plan and deliver improved mental health services have been published.
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Charles Dickens the psychologist
Charles Dickens was born 200 years ago, yet in his understanding of mental distress he is a very modern writer, argues Caroline Cupitt.
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Truancy and mental health problems
There is a link between school absenteeism and a higher prevalence of mental health problems in later adolescence, new research has suggested.
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Workers hide mental health problems
Many people are failing to disclose a mental health problem to their employer because they are frightened of the impact such a revelation may have.
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Post-natal depression: link to partner abuse
Research has discovered a link between women who have suffered at the hands of an abusive partner and post-natal depression.
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Snooker professional discusses battle with depression
Snooker professional Mark Allen believes he made the right decision to go public with his battle with depression.
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The Rewind Technique for Post Traumatic Stress - Closure Without Disclosure (Dr David Muss)
This course has been approved by the BPS Learning Centre for the purposes of Continuing  Professional Development (CPD).
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