Implementing the early intervention in psychosis access and waiting time standard guidanceThis guidance is intended to provide support to local commissioners and providers in implementing the access and waiting time standard for early intervention in psychosis (EIP) services. Read more »
Understanding Psychosis and SchizophreniaThis report published by the British Psychological Society provides overview of the current state of knowledge in the field, concluding that psychosis can be understood and treated in the same way as other psychological problems such as anxiety or shyness. Read more »
National Audit of Schizophrenia 2nd report 2014This report presents the findings of the second National Audit of Schizophrenia. Among other important findings, it highlights areas of concern including: physical healthcare, the availability of psychological therapies and the inadequate provision of information and support for carers. Read more »
Physical health risks for people with severe mental health problemsThis infographic illustrates that people with severe mental health problems face increased risk of physical health problems, including diabetes, hypertension, coronary heart disease and cardiovascular disease. Read more »
Leicestershire Physical Health RegisterLeicestershire Partnership NHS Trust is pioneering an electronic register that could improve the long-term physical health prospects of people who are prescribed anti-psychotic drugs. Read more »
The voices in my headIn this video Eleanor Longden tells the moving tale of her years-long journey back to mental health, and makes the case that it was through learning to listen to her voices that she was able to survive. Read more »
Effective interventions in schizophrenia: The economic caseThis report has been produced to support the work of the Schizophrenia Commission during its year-long inquiry into the care, treatment and outcomes for people with schizophrenia and psychosis. Read more »
Understanding severe mental health problemsThis knowledge summary provides an introduction to understanding severe mental health problems. It covers prevalence, associated social problems and interventions that can promote recovery. Read more »
Stand Up for SchizophreniaSchizophrenia Awareness Week, from November 11 – 17, is not only about taking a stand for a misunderstood illness, it’s also about having hope for the future. Read more »
Self Help for iPadThis Self Help app for the iPad gives you access to the full range of 23 mental health self-help guides developed by Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust. Read more »
National Audit of Schizophrenia 1st report 2012The aim of this audit was to examine how far ‘NICE Guideline on Core Interventions in the Treatment and Management of Schizophrenia in Adults’ is being implemented and to stimulate improvements in the care and treatment of adults in the community with a diagnosis of schizophrenia. Read more »