Depression, the secret we share
In this video writer Andrew Solomon shares his journey of discovery about the nature of depression following his own personal struggles with depression. Read more »
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Understanding common mental health problems
This knowledge summary provides an introduction to understanding common mental health problems. It covers prevalence, diagnosis, behaviours, causes and interventions that can promote recovery. Read more »
Information leaflets for people with learning disability and their carers
This series of information leaflets, published by the Royal College of Psychiatrists and the Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust, cover mental health conditions and medications for people with mental health problems and learning disabilities. Read more »
Behavioural problems and conduct disorder: information for parents, carers and anyone who works with young people
This factsheet looks at how to recognise signs of serious behavioural problems such as conduct disorder, and gives some practical advice about how to deal with this and get help. Read more »
Common mental health disorders: Identification and pathways to care
This clinical guideline offers evidence-based advice on the care and treatment of adults who have common mental health disorders, with a particular focus on primary care. Read more »
NICE Guideline CG31: Generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder
This is an extract from the NICE Guideline for the treatment of generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder. Read more »
NICE Guidelines CG90: Depression the treatment and management of depression in adults
This guideline is relevant for adults with depression as the primary diagnosis and covers the care provided by primary, community, secondary, tertiary and other health care professionals who have direct contact with, and make decisions concerning the care of, adults with depression. Read more »
NICE Guideline CG31: Obsessive-compulsive disorder
This is an extract from the NICE Guideline for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder and body dysmorphic disorder. Read more »
NICE Guideline CG26: Post-traumatic stress disorder
This is a summary of the NICE guideline for treatment and care of adults and children with post traumatic stress disorder in primary and secondary care. Read more »