"Childhood mental health problems are common and increasing: almost one in five (18%) children aged 7-17 now has a probable mental disorder, a 50% increase from one in nine (12%) in 2017. Childhood is the key time to intervene: 50% of lifetime mental health problems are established by the age of 14, and 75% by the age of 25." At a time when we are at risk for Faith in Families Brighter Futures project - the need is incredible - when many of our partners are having to close their doors - we can not! If we want a great city for us all to live we have to take care of all our children We want a city where every child can reach their full potential, where every child can flourish, do you? Then please help us - ❤️Explore our website 👉 https://bit.ly/3odGoNx 💛Support us here 👉 https://bit.ly/3U7i4co 💙Subscribe to our newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3wDuaib

The impact of mental health on family planning (FP) is a complex issue that affects various aspects of reproductive health and family dynamics. Camber partnered with Breakthrough ACTION and Ethiopian mental health specialists on impactful new research which showed that a group-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) intervention delivered by community health workers to postpartum mothers significantly reduces depression and anxiety and supports women in fulfilling their reproductive intentions.   Future research should continue exploring the use of CBT to address social, normative, and behavioral barriers within maternal health services, of which postpartum FP is an essential component, and consider integrating and scaling mental health interventions digitally and/or within the FP and maternal, newborn, and child health primary care services offered within community health systems.   Read more about the study and intervention here: https://lnkd.in/gJExT2QM #FamilyPlanning #MentalHealth #CommunityHealthWorkers

This #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek we’ve published an updated position statement on the role of paediatricians in supporting children and young people’s mental health.   Children’s mental health is everyone’s business and paediatricians have an important role to play in five key areas 👇 1. Promote positive mental health and wellbeing in all interactions 2. Early recognition and intervening or referring as appropriate 3. Consider the biological, psychological and social factors contributing to a child’s presentation 4. Respond well in inpatient and emergency settings 5. Joint working with mental health teams   But we know healthcare professionals cannot tackle the growing mental health emergency alone. 📢 The statement sets out our national policy calls for greater focus on children's health, investment in children's services and support for the paediatric workforce.   Read the position statement: https://lnkd.in/eRD7Qfty

This autumn's #RCPCHMilestones is packed with features on supporting child development. We delve into the importance of health play specialists, managing complex medical conditions, and prioritizing paediatricians' mental health. Read the autumn edition: https://lnkd.in/eUy-gDW7

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Long COVID can lead to prolonged health issues in children, affecting both their physical and mental well-being. Many kids experience ongoing fatigue, pain, and cognitive challenges that impact their ability to learn and enjoy daily activities. Raising awareness is crucial to ensure they get the support they need. #LongCovid #PediatricHealth #KidsHealth #LongCovidAwareness

UPCOMING WEBINAR for #WorldMentalHealthDay ❗️ From data to delivery: Resource planning for better mental health access 🌍 Access to effective mental health support is critical, yet many individuals - particularly those from underserved communities - continue to face substantial barriers in receiving the care they need around the world. In this webinar, we will highlight findings from participatory research on the cost and benefits of investing to support women during pregnancy and after birth in #Malawi, how to locally develop a mental health service model in Central and Eastern Europe, and the effectiveness of mental health interventions for #refugee populations. Throughout, we will explore how to develop culturally sensitive, context-specific service and research designs, and what kind of evidence we need and how it can be developed to inform such changes. Date: Thursday 10 October 2024 Time: 12.00pm-1.00pm BST Register to join on Zoom: https://lnkd.in/esHYhd7n   SPEAKERS: •            CHAIR: Prof Martin Knapp (Professorial Research Fellow, CPEC, LSE) •            David McDaid (Associate Professorial Research Fellow, CPEC, LSE) •            Dr Annette Bauer (Assistant Professorial Research Fellow, CPEC, LSE) •            Dr Zsófia Szlamka (ESRC Research Fellow, CPEC, LSE) Join us to learn more about how research is driving the development of mental health services that better reflect the complexities of people’s lived experiences, and how we can plan resources to expand access for those who need it most. Register to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/esHYhd7n #MentalHealth #Webinar #HealthResearch

Please have a look at the below and take part if you can. I would be grateful if you could please also share the survey with your contacts! Views of health and social care professionals working with people with intellectual disabilities on proposed MHA reforms. Are you a health (non-medical/Psychiatry) or social care professional who works primarily with adults with intellectual disabilities? We would like to hear your views on the proposed mental health act changes published recently (https://lnkd.in/gYqk6Xdw). Under the proposals, detention using the criteria of abnormally aggressive or seriously irresponsible conduct will not be considered warranting compulsory treatment under section 3 of the Mental Health Act (MHA) for England and Wales. This is in the absence of a co-occurring mental illness. We ask for your help to understand what the practice, challenges and possible barriers will be if these section 3 changes go ahead. Your input would allow us to gain insight to the unique experiences and challenges, health and social care staff working in the field experience, and canvass support to respond suitably on behalf of the PwID, their families and carers but also for the services you work for. This survey is only for health and social professionals of non-medical background. If you are a medical professional/psychiatrist thank you for your interest but would be grateful if you do not attempt the survey. Another similar survey has looked into this group's feedback. Please contact the survey authors if you need more details on it's findings. Please follow the link to take part in the survey:  https://lnkd.in/gQp82msB Many thanks,  Vivi, Samuel Joseph Tromans and Professor Rohit Shankar MBE

In the realm of elderly well-being, mental healthcare is of paramount importance. This examination underscores the pressing need for geriatric counseling and community initiatives in our fast-paced world, shining a spotlight on the frequently overlooked crisis among the elderly. https://lnkd.in/d9M8PAat #senior #isolation #homecare #mentalhealth #publichealth #mental #wellbeing #counseling

If you’re in your parenting era, you might’ve read U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy’s recent report on the mental health and well-being of parents that highlights the need to better support parents, caregivers, and families to help communities thrive. https://lnkd.in/ejWGAg7y “When it comes to mental health and well-being, pediatricians are an essential part of supporting patients and their caregivers,” says Lucy Shores Kosturko, PhD, of Social Cascade. “One way is by sharing accurate, reliable information about mental health on your social media channels.” Social Cascade helps deliver relevant education exactly where patients are searching. Learn how it can help close the gap between office visits and reach every patient every day: www.socialcascade.co. #HealthCareCommunications #SocialMediaTools #MentalHealthMatters