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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 17h

We’ve made a short video to help people to ask for reasonable adjustments during research appointments 🎥. Everyone’s needs are different, please tell us what would help — we’ll always try to support you 💬✨ Open the 'Reasonable adjustments' accordion: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/for...

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Thank you for those of you who were able to join us today, we look forward to sharing outcomes from the event and hosting again next year. #Research #MentalHealth #ResearchForum26

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

It's finally time for our last presentation of the day at 15:00 'EDIP' presented by Clare Fenton, COMIC at LYPFT and 'Research Ready Schools Programme' presented by Jamie Telford, COMIC at LYPFT. #Research #MentalHealth #ResearchForum26

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Workshop time (13:45): - The secret to interesting PPIE, Jamie Telford, COMIC at LYPFT - Clinical Data That Makes Sense, Sophie Schmann, COMIC at LYPFT - Making a Difference, Wendy Andrusjak, LYPFT and Christine Comer, Leeds Community Healthcare Trust. #Research #MentalHealth #ResearchForum26

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

We're now breaking for lunch and hope you have enjoyed all the presentations from this morning, where we have approval, we will post all presentations online here: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo... #Research #MentalHealth #ResearchForum26

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Research Forum - Research

The research forum is an opportunity to celebrate and showcase the outcomes of projects carried out in the previous year(s) and to share details of new research.

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

At 12:25 we have a presentation and Q&A on our very own Service User Group (HEER) on their 20th Anniversary presented by Sarah Cooper and members of the HEER group. #Research #MentalHealth #ResearchForum26

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Following Dr Crowther at 12:05 we have 'PACS: a pilot study to explore the acceptability of the Comprehensive Assessment of At-Risk Mental States (CAARMS) for people with ASD' Presented by Conor Davidson, LYPFT and James McGrath, Leeds Beckett University. #Research #MentalHealth #ResearchForum26

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Following the break at 11.45 we have 'Uplift: understanding research priorities of perinatal mental health care for refugee and asylum-seeking women presented by George Crowther, LYPFT. #Research #MentalHealth #ResearchForum26

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

After an interesting morning we're going to break now and view some of the amazing posters our delegates brought along to the forum. Succesful posters win a cash prize for those voted 1st and 2nd best. #Research #MentalHealth #ResearchForum26

Infographic explaining the Research Ready School programme that introduces children and young people to mental health research via six bite-size weekly lessons, summarising background, outcomes and national rollout with a UK map and partner logos.

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Next up at 10:30 we have 'Research Journeys: Panel discussion' with Amie Whitworth, Laura Joseph, Hilary Lewis and George Crowther, LYPFT #Research #MentalHealth #ResearchForum26

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

First up at 10:00 we have 'Tulips: Talk, understand, listen for in-patient settings' presented by Katherine Berry, The University of Manchester. #Research #MentalHealth #ResearchForum26

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

The doors are now open for our Research Forum and we're very excited to welcome all our guests, speakers, poster presenters and workshop hosts! We're grateful to be hosting today's event at Shine, Leeds - www.shinecollective.co.uk #Research #MentalHealth

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

If you have not yet had chance please visit our YouTube channel featuring all the amazing videos we created over the years. You can access it here: www.youtube.com/@lypftresear...

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

📚 Curious about our research? Check out Leeds & York Partnership NHS Trust’s publications spreadsheet — packed with studies, abstracts, and links to full articles. Explore here: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo... #LYPFT #Research #Publications

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🌟 Our #ResearchHeroes are the people who help make research happen across LYPFT. From supporting studies to championing new ideas, their dedication helps improve mental health care for everyone. 💙 Read their stories: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/lat... #MentalHealthResearch #ResearchHeroes

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We're busy planning the next Research Forum but, If you wanted to know more about it ,please watch to get direct feedback from delegates about the Forum: youtu.be/C-GKpGgKvUg?... To keep up to date with future events visit: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo...

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

This year we're celebrating the successes of our previous year in Monthly Recaps. This month, we're looking back on our team away day with CATCH Leeds 💙 From getting stuck in on the farm to supporting a fantastic local charity, it was a great day of teamwork. Find out more: www.catchleeds.org

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The GLAD Study is recruiting people aged 16+ to help explore the genetic links to anxiety and depression all you are asked to do is complete an online questionnaire and , if you agree, to send a saliva sample. Sign up at here: gladstudy.org.uk - select LYPFT as your referrer

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

💙 During World Alzheimer's Month, we recognise the importance of dementia research in improving care, treatment and support for people living with dementia and their families. #DementiaResearch #WorldAlzheimersMonth Find out more: www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-involved...

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World Alzheimer's Month

World Alzheimer's Month takes place every September and World Alzheimer's Day is on 21 September each year. It's a global opportunity to raise dementia awareness and support people affected by the…

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

If you have not yet had chance why not take a look at how the staff in Trust undertaking research. Please read the testimonials of those who have engaged with the department: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/for... #Research #NHS #Careers

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Today is World Patient safety day #WorldPatientSafetyDay. This year's campaign highlights the importance of safe care for people living with noncommunicable diseases, helping ensure no one is harmed while receiving care. 💙 🌍 Find out more: www.who.int/campaigns/wo...

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World Patient Safety Day 2026

In 2026, the campaign focuses on safe care for noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), with the slogan “Safe care for life!”.

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🧠 Have you experienced a first episode of psychosis in the last 5 years, or been identified as at risk of psychosis? Help researchers learn more about psychosis and related conditions. Take part and improve support and treatment in the future 💙 www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/lat...

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Graphic promoting the Early Intervention Mission, a UK-wide research study into first episode psychosis. The article explains that LYPFT is among the lead sites recruiting participants to help improve early identification, monitoring and personalised care. It highlights plans to recruit 2,000 people experiencing early psychosis and 500 control participants, with data used to support future research and treatment approaches. Contact details are provided for further information.

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Research Forum 2026🔊 Speakers confirmed, feat Katherine Berry, colleagues from LYPFT and partner universities. Topics include inpatient communication, perinatal mental health, eating disorders, PPIE and more. Find out more and register here: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo...

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Research Forum - Research

The research forum is an opportunity to celebrate and showcase the outcomes of projects carried out in the previous year(s) and to share details of new research.

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🔬 We’re proud to offer a wide range mental health research projects From psychosis and dementia to autism, gambling harms, staff wellbeing, and digital health tools, our teams are working to improve care and deepen understanding across our services. www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/lat...

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Innovation issue 57: Celebrating 20 years of HEER! 🎉 This LYPFT research newsletter highlights how lived experience is shaping mental health research, improving studies and putting service users at the heart of innovation. 💙 Read here: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo...

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

🧠 Interested in improving care through research? Become a Research Champion and help connect colleagues and service users with research opportunities. No research experience needed – just enthusiasm and a belief in evidence-based care. Interested visit: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/for...

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For Researchers and Staff - Research

Our Research and Development team works with Trust staff and professionals from other organisations to help support their research projects.

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

🙋 What happens when you register to Join Dementia Research? The info you provide is used to match you to studies, both online, nationally and in your local area. The service connects registered volunteers with dementia researchers across the UK Find out more: www.joindementiaresearch.nihr.ac.uk

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Join dementia research

<p>I’ve just let UK researchers know that I want to take part in dementia research studies with @joindementiaresearch. They need you too. Sign up today:…

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Registration now open! 🔊 Research Forum 08/10/2026: 09:30-16:00 📽️ For more information on previous event watch our video featuring the learnings taken from last years event: youtu.be/inyL3ckd5d0?... Or to book you place visit: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo...

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The NIHR have come up with a series of four short videos, co-produced with people with lived experience of learning disabilities and autism, to help people learn about, access, and make informed decisions about taking part in research. View the playlist on YouTube: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

If you would like to know more about our HEER research group please visit watch this great video. We believe this group is an invaluable resource to ensure the perspectives of lay people on research and it's related documents www.youtube.com/watch?v=kenZ... #MentalHealth #ExpertsByExperience

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HEER Group video subtitled

This video shows the HEER group and has sections of them and researchers visiting that highlight how the group have supported their study.

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Research participants should feel comfortable and supported. 💜 We worked with HEER and SUN to create this video about reasonable adjustments and starting conversations about what support may help during research appointments. Find out more here: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/for...

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

If you have not yet had chance please visit our YouTube channel featuring all the amazing videos we created over the years. You can access it here: www.youtube.com/@lypftresear...

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We are the Research and Development team at Leeds and York NHS Partnership Trust. You can find out more information about us on the Research pages on the website here:…

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

This year we're celebrating the successes of our previous year in Monthly Recaps. This month celebrates the ATTUNE project Impact and Dissemination Conference. Honouring the end of over three years from young people, researchers, and practitioners. Find out more: www.attuneproject.com

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Screenshot of the Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust website showing the ‘Projects’ page. The page displays a grid of six research project cards with publication dates, titles, short descriptions and illustrated icons.

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Congratulations to Dr Dan Romeu, our Research Hero of the Month! 🎉 Dan played a key role in a study within LADS, exploring whether an assessment used to identify early signs of psychosis is suitable for autistic people. Read more: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/lat...

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Research Hero of the Month – August 2026 - Research

This month’s Research Hero is Dr Dan Romeu, NIHR Doctoral Fellow & Honorary Child Psychiatrist in Training. Dan played a pivotal role in the success of a pilot study led by Dr Conor Davidson in the…

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

🎉 Celebrating 20 years of HEER! 💙 For two decades, HEER has helped shape mental health research by bringing the voices of people with lived experience to the heart of research. Thank you to all past and present HEER members www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/lat...

Small rectangular celebration cake covered in white icing and decorated with a gold ribbon and bow. The top of the cake is iced with the message ‘Her 20th Anniversary Thank You’. The cake sits on a white table surrounded by white balloons, gold and silver confetti, and several blue glass awards arranged in the background

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Research Forum 2026 Poster abstract submission now open. Find out more here: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo...

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

This year we're celebrating the successes of our previous year in Monthly Recaps. This month celebrates Innovation Issue 55. This edition featured interesting articles around using data and Aritifical intellegence. Read more: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo...

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Innovation issue 57: Focusing on service user involvement featuring or HEER (PPI) group that celebrates its' 20th anniversary this year. Open the Innovation accordion to read: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo...

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

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<p>I’ve just let UK researchers know that I want to take part in dementia research studies with @joindementiaresearch. They need you too. Sign up today:…

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

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LYPFT Research and Development @lypftresearch.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

SAVE THE DATE - Registration opens soon! 🔊 Research Forum 08/10/2026 timings tbc🔊 📽️ To find out key key themes from last years' event please watch this video on Inclusion in research: youtu.be/b3j-glvV8p8

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2025 Research forum themes: Inclusion

A video encapsulating one of the key themes from the feedback from the event: Inclusion The forum is a celebration of research. We share the outputs of research, share information about ongoing…

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