Reposted by Words That Carry OnNHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 04/08/2025Organisations involved in ethical review of adult social care research across Scotland are being urged to register for a choice of two webinars encouraging them to make their voices heard on this important subject. Register to attend 🔗 www.nhsresearchscotland.org.uk/news/new-web... 011
Reposted by Words That Carry OnPlatfform @platfform.org · 21/07/2025The safeguards meant to protect minoritised ethnic communities from historically unequal treatment in the mental health system are currently still just a recommendation. That’s not enough. The Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework must be made law.platfform.orgUK mental health law is failing racialised communitiesThe Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework must be adopted into legislation to reduce harm that people can receive from 'helping systems.' 022
Reposted by Words That Carry OnSWAN Autism (Scotland) @swanautismscotland.bsky.social · 21/07/2025Do you run community groups, events or activities? Work in organisations with neurodivergent people? Would you like to learn more about neuro-affirming practice? Join us on Mon, 11th Aug for 'Understanding & Developing Neuroinclusive Events & Activities' www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1074364766...eventbrite.co.ukUnderstanding and Developing Neuro-inclusive Events and ActivitiesJoin us for an in-depth understanding of neurodiversity and key practical considerations for inclusive event and activity delivery 044
Reposted by Words That Carry OnNIHR PRU Behavioural and Social Sciences @nihr-pru-bass.bsky.social · 17/07/2025In May, our Co-Investigator Professor Mike Kelly took part in a panel discussion around health inequalities and inequalities in science, exploring their root causes and ways to address them. It was hosted by @cam.ac.uk, and can be accessed on YouTube below. www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmQw...youtube.comCUSPE Health Inequalities PanelYouTube video by Cambridge University Science and Policy Exchange 011
Reposted by Words That Carry OnThe Mental Elf @thementalelf.bsky.social · 12/06/2025Date for your diary #BIGSPD25! The 2026 @bigspd.bsky.social conference will be in Blackpool #BIGSPD26 16-18 June 2026 Sign up later in the year on the BIGSPD website so you don't miss the announcements when they come later this year: bigspd.org.uk/conferences-...bigspd.org.ukConferences and Events 0139
Reposted by Words That Carry OnCentre for Mental Health @centreformh.bsky.social · 15/07/2025🏘️ Local councils play a pivotal role in creating the conditions for our mental health to thrive. We've shared a range of examples from across the country of council projects and policies which are boosting mental health locally. Want to share yours? tinyurl.com/v9jdv7ue 044
Reposted by Words That Carry OnAutistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 05/07/2025"When I hear the word epidemic, I think of a quick, immediate increase...We’re not seeing that with autism. What we are seeing is a gradual rise over the past 20 years due to broadened diagnostic definitions, better screening, and increased awareness." publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/is-ther...publichealth.jhu.eduIs There an Autism Epidemic? | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public HealthAutism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades—but why? An autism researcher explains what's behind the increase. 15022
Reposted by Words That Carry OnCentre for Research in Autism and Education @craeioe.bsky.social · 02/07/2025#CRAEwebinar next week Thursday 10th July 4pm bst Join Sarah Hampton as she shares with us research that asks, why do many autistic young people experience anxiety and depression, and what can help? www.eventbrite.co.uk...eventbrite.co.ukEnvironmental influences on anxiety and depression in autistic young peopleJoin Sarah Hampton as she shares research that asks, why do many autistic young people experience anxiety and depression, and what can help? 191
Reposted by Words That Carry OnAssociation of Medical Research Charities @amrc-uk.bsky.social · 02/07/2025Our member charities fund vital research that improves lives and offers hope to countless people. Find out how we plan to support them to be as effective as possible as they find new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat disease ▶️ bit.ly/43CWfaM.bit.lyOur strategyOur 2025-2030 strategic plan outlines who we are, what we do for our members, how we work and our strategic goals for the next five years. We will champion, support and connect our members t... 021
Reposted by Words That Carry OnThe Mental Elf @thementalelf.bsky.social · 11/06/2025Our next #BIGSPD25 keynote talk is from Prof Michaela Swales from Bangor University. Thirty Years of #DBT: Where are we now and what next? 🧵 THREAD 174
Reposted by Words That Carry OnThe McPin Foundation @mcpinfoundation.bsky.social · 30/06/2025In 2024 we worked with young people to design a Trevor Project survey on the experiences of 9,600 LGBTQ+ young people ages 13 to 24 across the UK. Report now live 👇 www.thetrevorproject.org/survey-inter... 062
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 17/06/2025From @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social When the public becomes research partners, mental health insights grow deeper and more relevant. Watch how collaboration between researchers and those with lived experience is transforming our questions, and answers. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmQW...youtube.comFrom Experience to Impact - PPIE SeriesYouTube video by MQ Mental Health Research 010
Reposted by Words That Carry OnThe McPin Foundation @mcpinfoundation.bsky.social · 19/05/2025Emma, Eva and members of our Young People's Advisory group (YPAG) share their reflections on being part of Therapy and Social Change Network Emotionally Healthy Schools Event. Read more here 👇https://mcpin.org/what-makes-an-emotionally-healthy-school/ #mentalhealth #healthyschools #reflections 262
Reposted by Words That Carry OnPlatfform @platfform.org · 14/05/2025Why do we organise community events? Research proves that connecting with people is good for our mental health. It gives us a sense of belonging, identity and purpose – all vital to help us thrive. What does community mean to you? Let us know here buff.ly/QEUtDeF and we'll share the results online. 032
Reposted by Words That Carry OnNIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 14/05/2025🗓️ Wed 11 June national #ARCseminar: Exploring lived experience with creative arts www.eventbrite.com/e/exploring-... Prof Caroline Sanders @arc-gm.bsky.social Prof Monica Lakhanpaul @ucl.ac.uk Dr Laura Abbott @arceastofengland.bsky.social Barbara Czyznikowska & Lis Naylor @arc-em.bsky.social 02023
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 13/05/2025The Scottish Association for Mental Health is launching its new plan, Taking Action, Creating Change, laying out how it'll meet its goals for the next four years, including opening The Nook in Glasgow. Read more about our plan here: www.samh.org.uk/about-us/plansamh.org.ukstardividercrosschevron-downarrow-rightarrow-right-longfacebooktwitterrssinstagramgoogleyoutubelinkedin 000
Reposted by Words That Carry OnMind @mind.org.uk · 12/05/2025Mental Health Awareness Week has begun 💙 If you’re needing a little support, here’s who to call ☎️ Please share far and wide! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek 1137113
Reposted by Words That Carry OnPlatfform @platfform.org · 08/05/2025In two weeks! We're holding a free online learning webinar. Join us for a look into the history of mental health, whether current approaches are effective - and what's getting in the way of working in a strengths-based way. Book your place here: buff.ly/2cvzNGD 012
Reposted by Words That Carry OnMHScot Workplace Wellbeing CIC @mentalhealthscot.land · 07/05/2025Does your team know about the mental health support available to them? Many organisations invest in wellbeing initiatives but fail to communicate them effectively. Use emails, posters, meetings & awareness sessions to spread the word. A well-informed team is a supported team!💪 #WorkplaceWellbeing 001
Reposted by Words That Carry OnCentre for Mental Health @centreformh.bsky.social · 06/05/2025⚠️ Mental health needs are rising - but this year, the share of NHS spending dedicated to mental health has dropped. The Government can turn this around by investing now. Keep a look out for our new report, launching tomorrow, where we'll be exploring investment priorities for mental health. 031
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 30/04/2025If you’re interested in improving recognition & understanding of #autism & personality disorder, you need to check out our research partner @citystgeorges.bsky.social's new site! It has loads of information, including what we know about why misdiagnosis happens. Take a look here 👉 bit.ly/4jasGTcbit.ly"Improving Recognition and Understanding of Autism and Personality Disorder – Homepage | I-RAP”The I-RAP (Improving Recognition and Understanding of Autism and Personality Disorder) study is aiming to find out why autism is sometimes missed or misdiagnosed in people diagnosed with a personality... 154
Reposted by Words That Carry OnPlatfform @platfform.org · 23/04/2025Our 'new-look' website for young people is live 🥳 It's home to information about support available through our projects as well as blogs and resources written and created by young people for young people. Check it out and share with others platfform4yp.org 022
Reposted by Words That Carry OnThe McPin Foundation @mcpinfoundation.bsky.social · 23/04/2025Free on Friday afternoon & interested in young people's mental health? Come join 2 of our lovely team as they speak at the 'Emotionally Healthy Schools: Engaging the Therapy Professions' event! Date: Fri 25 April Time: 5-7pm Place: Online Cost: Free Find out more & register here 👉 bit.ly/42JqDhUbit.lyEmotionally Healthy Schools: Engaging the Therapy ProfessionsEmotionally Healthy Schools: Engaging the Therapy Professions, A TaSC Seminar 032
Reposted by Words That Carry OnBIGSPD @bigspd.bsky.social · 22/04/2025Excited to announce Mick McKeown will open the BIGSPD conference as our first of many great plenary speakers. His talk "Relational Practice: making hope possible rather than despair convincing" Limited tickets available bigspd.org.uk/bigspd-confe... 123
Reposted by Words That Carry OnBIGSPD @bigspd.bsky.social · 12/04/2025It’s roughly 8 weeks until THE most co-produced conference in the UK. Excited to see our delegates in Liverpool! If you’re interested in joining us, register now! bigspd.org.uk/bigspd-confe... #BIGSPD25media.tenor.comthe beatles are posing for a black and white photo together .ALT: the beatles are posing for a black and white photo together . 053
Reposted by Words That Carry OnThe McPin Foundation @mcpinfoundation.bsky.social · 10/04/2025Lived Experience Group member Ian used to run a gym but when he was put on antipsychotic meds he gained weight. He says getting involved in research has helped him feel less alone, increased his awareness of side effects & let him learn from his peers🤝 Read his story & advice here 👉 bit.ly/3RJPCg2 031
Reposted by Words That Carry OnMental Health Platform @mhplatform.bsky.social · 18/02/2025🌟 ECRs – Funding Alert! 🌟 Our UKRI MHP ECR Fellowship Awards open 1st March 2025! 💡 <£300K, 1–3 years 🤝 Collaborate with MHP Hubs 📚 Access training, resources & PPIE support 📅 Apply by 30th April 2025 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/42Qn3UZ #MentalHealth #ECR #Fellowship 0107
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 09/04/2025This, from @autistica.org.uk. Small talk can be unbearable for some autistic people, but that doesn’t mean we don’t enjoy socialising. Instead of small talk: - ask me about my hobbies - my thoughts on a topic - my experiences - or my special interests. See us as individuals, not stereotypes. 010
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 04/04/2025"We have been failing to recognise autism in vast numbers of women and girls, preventing them from getting a diagnosis and support," says @ginarippon.bsky.social @newscientist.com. www.newscientist.com/article/mg26...newscientist.comA revolutionary new understanding of autism in girlsBy studying the brains of autistic girls, we now know the condition presents differently in them than in boys, suggesting that huge numbers of women have gone undiagnosed 075
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 03/04/2025"People with learning disabilities and autistic people are still being held in institutions in breach of their human rights," says the Scottish Human Rights Commission. www.scottishhumanrights.com/news/commiss...scottishhumanrights.comCommission evidence to Parliament on report into human rights of disabled peopleCommission evidence to Parliament on report into human rights of disabled people 012
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 02/04/2025"The prestigious Roundhouse Poetry Slam Final is back for its 20th year running as we call on the best in emerging spoken word to compete for a cash prize and the coveted title of Slam Champion," says the Roundhouse in London. www.roundhouse.org.uk/whats-on/poe...roundhouse.org.ukRoundhouse Poetry Slam Final - Roundhouse 000
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 02/04/2025People who have been given a diagnosis of ‘personality disorder’ suffer "a lack of effective support from mental health services" and "get inadequate care and face long stays in hospital", says @centreformh.bsky.social. www.centreformentalhealth.org.uk/publications...centreformentalhealth.org.ukImproving support for people with complex mental health difficulties - Centre for Mental HealthMany people in this group face long spells in hospital far from home. We explored how local community-based support could provide a better experience 111
Reposted by Words That Carry OnCentre for Mental Health @centreformh.bsky.social · 02/04/2025Long spells in hospital far from home leave people isolated and dislocated from their communities. We've explored how tailored community-based support could improve mental health outcomes for people whose needs are too often overlooked and unmet: www.centreformentalhealth.org.uk/publications...centreformentalhealth.org.ukImproving support for people with complex mental health difficulties - Centre for Mental HealthMany people in this group face long spells in hospital far from home. We explored how local community-based support could provide a better experience 054
Reposted by Words That Carry OnGlasgow Educational Psychology Service @glasgoweps.bsky.social · 01/04/2025It’s World #AutismAcceptanceMonth ! Throughout this week, we will be sharing helpful resources. @NAS have compiled a useful toolkit on how establishments can fundraise and celebrate: waam.autism.org.ukwaam.autism.org.ukWorld Autism Acceptance Month 2025Celebrate with us this World #AutismAcceptanceMonth by joining the 5k sponsored #SpectrumColourWalk in Battersea Park, London, in aid of the National Autistic Society. 121
Reposted by Words That Carry OnKeir Harding @keirwales.bsky.social · 26/03/2025Great blog from @danwarrender.bsky.social exploring the evidence for brief admissions for those told they have BPD. I’m often told NICE recommend 72 hour admissions and they recommend no such thing 👇👇👇 175
Reposted by Words That Carry OnMind @mind.org.uk · 25/03/2025“Their voices unheard, this is never ok, Parliament please I beg you to show them the way.” At our exhibition in Parliament earlier this month, India reads her poem about being sectioned. 2312
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 25/03/2025"Mental health conditions are complex, involving many different factors," says @wellcometrust.bsky.social. "Longitudinal datasets can help us understand them. They hold important biological, psychological and social information, collected over time." wellcome.org/grant-fundin...wellcome.orgLongitudinal studies | Grant funding | WellcomeWellcome are funding research teams to analyse longitudinal data to help identify mental health conditions early. See eligibility information and find out how to apply. 100
Reposted by Words That Carry OnADASS @adass.bsky.social · 20/03/2025@andybell-centremh.bsky.social discusses the vital role local councils play in supporting mental health and how his organisations works with them. Read his blog:👉 www.adass.org.uk/how-local-councils-are-shaping-mentally-healthier-communities/ #mental healthadass.org.ukHow local councils are shaping mentally healthier communities - ADASSAndy Bell, Chief Executive of Centre for Mental Health, explores the vital role local councils play in supporting people’s mental health and shares how his organisation is working with councils to dev... 033
Reposted by Words That Carry OnMental Health Platform @mhplatform.bsky.social · 17/03/2025One week left for Industry partners to Join the Alliance! Do you work in: 🟣 Pharma & BioTech 🟣 Digital Health 🟣 Lifestyle & Wellbeing, And are interested in turning research findings into impact for people with severe mental illness? Apply now: 074
Reposted by Words That Carry OnBIGSPD @bigspd.bsky.social · 14/03/2025💥Registration is open for #BIGSPD25 in Liverpool! Check out our preliminary programme and amazing keynote speakers! bigspd.org.uk/bigspd-confe... 146
Reposted by Words That Carry OnMental Health Platform @mhplatform.bsky.social · 17/03/2025Have lived experience with severe mental illness (SMI) and are passionate about mental health research? 🧠💡 Join the Mental Health Platform’s PPIE Network! Help guide our work through blogging, reviews, events & more. Your voice matters. Sign up here: www.mentalhealthplatform.ac.uk/ppie-network 066
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 14/03/2025England’s mental health system is “light years away from delivering not just effective, but compassionate care”, says Dr Sarah Hughes, chief executive of Mind @mindcharity.bsky.social. www.theguardian.com/society/2025...theguardian.comUrgent adult mental health crisis referrals in England double in a yearCare Quality Commission report finds people becoming more unwell waiting for help, with services overstretched 045
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 06/03/2025Mind is asking people to lobby their MPs to go and see this exhibition. 011
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 18/02/2025ℹ️ The Mental Health Policy Research Unit has summarised research on how to improve mental health care for autistic people in an infographic. Co-produced with lived experience individuals. Mental health research embracing new ways of thinking and communicating 👍 #Autism #MentalHealth #Neurodiversity 001
Reposted by Words That Carry OnAutistica @autistica.org.uk · 13/02/2025Early autism diagnosis and support can save lives. So why are over 212,000 people still waiting for an assessment? For many, a diagnosis is the first step toward understanding their needs & self-acceptance. The Government must act to ensure timely, effective diagnosis and support for all. 002
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 11/02/2025The diagnosis of borderline personality disorder is "significantly under-researched" and can "carry stigma, leading to poor understanding, inadequate support, and insufficient care," says mental health researcher, Sally Ohlsen @mhplatform.bsky.social. www.mentalhealthplatform.ac.uk/blog/meet-ou...mentalhealthplatform.ac.ukMeet our Complex Emotions Research Fellow | Mental health platform 001
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 10/02/2025Only two days until the Scottish Women’s Autistic Network welcome expert, Dr Harriet Axbey, for its monthly wellbeing webinar on Surviving and Thriving at University as an autistic student. For more info and booking - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/swan-webin...eventbrite.co.ukSWAN Webinar: Surviving and Thriving at UniversityJoin us as we catch up with guest speaker Dr Harriet Axbey and discuss how to survive and thrive at university as an autistic student 001
Words That Carry On @wordsthatcarryon.bsky.social · 07/02/2025The mental health research charity, McPin, has teamed up with the research group, Datamind, to created a 51-minute plain english course to help people understand how the NHS uses healthcare data. It's helpful for people who have used NHS mental health services. datamind.org.uk/data-literac...datamind.org.ukData Literacy Short Course - Datamind 011