Research Assistant Jessica Yang tells us about a new research paper on postpartum psychosis and its link to bipolar disorder, and the impact the research will have.
Nine ways to help with loneliness at Christmas
Cardiff University psychology student Ellie shares ways to help with loneliness at Christmas.
Five ways we can look after our mental health at Christmas
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.
Complex PTSD: I thought I was a lost cause
Today marks PTSD Awareness Day. Taj got in touch with us to share her story about living with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) from a young age.
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.