The NHS is expanding specialist support for young people with eating disorders — with 18 sites providing rapid access to specialist 'gold standard' treatment across England. Find out more. ➡️ https://t.co/pG4VM451D7
NHS staff have been given free access to wellbeing apps including @Sleepio for the rest of the year - you can find out how to access this great offer via the link in the next tweet (1/2) #BetterHealth
https://t.co/K3EP8NkvvP
Thursday #Sleep Explainer #2:
Sleep Paralysis = the experience of being conscious but unable to move, lasting a few seconds or minutes.
This happens as you're on the edge of falling asleep or waking up.
~8% of the general population experience this at least once.
Why?
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Since 2015 numbers of people with #autism detained in hospital has more than doubled to over 600.
"These powers that are meant to be used for emergencies are ending up being used for years and years and totally changing the course of someone's life" - @autism
The NHS is seeking expressions of interest to become exemplar sites who, if successful, will receive a share of £250,000 for their plans to improve the lives of people with a learning disability.
https://t.co/raPSucc4Fa #healthinequalities#learningdisabilities#PrimaryCare
People with learning disabilities and autistic people often remain in hospital when they could receive better suited support closer to home.
Today we've announced £62 million funding to support councils and an independent panel to improve care and support in the community 🔽
Too many disabled people & carers are struggling to get food during lockdown. Along with @Autism, @MindCharity@Scope, @CarersTrust & other charities I've signed a letter to supermarket bosses asking them to support their disabled customers. Join me here: https://t.co/It0SjAe0X1
Here are some tips that we hope will help you sleep better at a time which is causing utmost stress and worry for many people. Share with your family/friends/colleagues who are struggling to sleep and need some helpful advice...https://t.co/RY3wAlxI27
Our Co-founder @ProfEspie on @SkyNews sharing tips on how to fight off grogginess and fatigue, and how to optimise your sleep during #lockdown. If you're suffering from poor sleep, try #Sleepio for free; https://t.co/fCDsLxJIwi using the code "GBSS2020".
https://t.co/GbpxkAEWm8
Pleased to explain the importance of sleep to Sky News https://t.co/nlNS2CgGbD
Let's all look after our sleep!! Thank you for the opportunity to share @SkyNews@sanyaburgess
Don't Stop Moving! Exercise decreases stress and anxiety and boosts mood plus it also tires the body out gently, promoting a better night’s sleep. Read more on how you can stay active at home >> https://t.co/rtWUBFcceC