After last year’s Christmas in lockdown, this year’s more “normal” celebrations will be welcomed. However, while celebrating with friends and family again will be joyful for many, it will also pose mental health challenges to others.
Webinar: From menstruation to menopause – a reproductive mental health journey
The impact on mental health for women as they journey through their reproductive cycle is a research area that’s massively under-resourced. Professor Ian Jones and Dr Arianna Di Florio’s research work has sought to address this.
Bipolar UK report: 56% of people with bipolar disorder in the UK are undiagnosed
Edit: originally the headline statistic read 66% but it is actually 56% As a charity, our mission is for everyone with bipolar to live well and fulfil their potential. That’s why we launched the Bipolar Commission in March last year…
How a breakdown in adulthood led to my ADHD diagnosis
Mark was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) after a pivotal moment in his adult life. He tells us about his diagnosis and why it was so important.
New study aims to capture the experiences of new mums
We are working to better understand the impact of different life experiences on maternal physical and mental wellbeing during the perinatal period.
My complex PTSD and how I recovered from it
This weekend marks PTSD Awareness Day. Michael tells us his story about his experience with Complex PTSD and how he manages it.
PMDD: understanding an overlooked condition
As a recent Masters Graduate who has studied Psychology since GCSE level, I was surprised when I started at the NCMH as a Psychology Assistant researching a Mood Disorder I have never heard of.
The residual effects of trauma in childhood
Trauma is an emotional response to an event, like an accident, natural disaster or a death in the family. Psychology student Ellie focuses on the effects trauma can have on us in childhood.
It’s time to talk about reducing the stigma around ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects around 1 in 20 children in the UK and often begins in early childhood.
Studying the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health
We’re working to provide a greater understanding of the impact of COVID-19 on our well-being, particularly for people who have lived experiences of mental health problems.