A study published in The Lancet has claimed that measures introduced to lower the suicide rate in England and Wales in the past decade appear to have been successful.
Annual suicide rate falls
Untreated teenage depression may lead to “lifelong health problems”
Research by Cardiff University has highlighted the health problems teenagers who do not receive early treatment for symptoms of depression may face in their later lives.
Health Minister reveals outline for new Mental Health Strategy
Health and Social Services Minister Lesley Griffiths AM has revealed the outline of the new Mental Health Strategy for Wales.
MP warns of threat to children and young people’s mental and psychological wellbeing
Vale of Clwyd MP Chris Ruane has claimed children are under threat “like never before” and there are “dark clouds ahead” because of threats to their mental and psychological wellbeing.
ChildLine sees “dramatic” increase in mental health-related calls
ChildLine, the 24 hour counselling service, has revealed that calls from children and young people about mental health issues increased dramatically over the Christmas period.
“When will there be a cure for serious mental illness?”
Hafal Expert Patient Trainer Dave Smith’s latest Western Mail column is now online.
National Learning Centre seeks new Manager
Hafal’s National Learning Centre is looking for a new Manager to lead its groundbreaking service
Princes Trust warns of “devastating” effect of unemployment on young people’s mental health
The number of young people looking for work has hit a new record of 1.043m, taking the rate for 16-24 year-olds to 22.3%.
Measure Code of Practice consultation about to close!
The Welsh Government’s consultation on the draft Code of Practice to parts 2 and 3 of the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010 ends next Monday (January 16th 2012).
“The Hidden Side of Sport”
A documentary exploring the mental health issues faced by some of our top sports stars is on TV tonight.