MAPS Study

The official account for the Mental Health Access to Paediatric Wards Study (MAPS), a @NIHR funded study | Banner illustrations by @studiobeci

[MAPS Study @MAPS_study_]

It's #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, a time to reflect on the goals of the #MAPSStudy-to improve the quality of #mentalhealthcare given in paediatric wards for children&YP in crisis. Sharing a powerful illustration from @studiobeci showcasing why CYP are in need of support ❤️‍🩹

[Centre for Mental Health @CentreforMH]

Only by understanding the mental health needs of local communities can services work to meet them. That’s why producing a good Mental Health Needs Assessment is vital.

Drawing on examples across the country, we've set out the key factors for success👇https://t.co/M4llfR2OTN

[National Institute for Health and Care Research @NIHRresearch]

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay 🌎 We are announcing an initial investment of £27m to support mental health research teams in 9 regions across England.

The new funding is part of a pipeline of support that aims to establish up to 10 Mental Health Research Groups. The first 2 MHRGs will be based @uniofbath & @uniofhull.

➡️ https://t.co/NoRgirGjlq
@lucychappell2 @DHSCgovuk

[Children & Young People's Mental Health Coalition @CYPMentalHealth]

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay💚

We want to acknowledge that the context of the world right now is extremely damaging to the mental health of young people in the UK and globally🌎

Our hearts and prayers are with all those currently suffering❤️🧵

[Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealth]

It's World Mental Health Day! 🌍💜

It’s a day to talk about mental health and show everyone that mental health matters.

We all deserve good mental health. 💜

[The Mental Elf @Mental_Elf]

On the outside, looking in: sibling experiences of adolescent inpatient mental health care https://t.co/oA6xD8NdZa

@lottie_shipp appraises a qualitative study that explored young people’s experiences of their sibling being admitted to a mental health inpatient unit.

[Centre for Mental Health @CentreforMH]

Half of adults who have a mental health difficulty experience symptoms by age 14.

Enhancing the ‘scaffolding’ of support around children when they first begin to struggle can prevent mental ill health.

Find out more in this report funded by @BBCCiN 👇
https://t.co/6x2nWOkpOA

[hundredfamilies @hundredfamilies]

Published today:
NHS England - Guidance to integrated care boards on intensive and assertive community mental health care

https://t.co/2upC0k3WI5

[BMJ Paediatrics Open @BMJ_PO]

📢 Our Second 'Editor's Pick' of July!

✍️ Individuals with #ARFID can present across the weight spectrum and individualised comprehensive health assessments are vital.

@leehudson111 @MicaliNadia @DashaNicholls @eatyourpeas
@ArfidUk

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/7OiJfQSm1Z

[RCPCH @RCPCHtweets]

New @gmcuk annual training report shows nearly 20% of paediatric trainees are at high risk of burnout.

We continue to urge the Government to provide urgent support for the paediatric workforce.

Read our full response & resources for members ⬇️
https://t.co/8l7D2NLz8t

[Professor Kapil Sayal 💙 CYPMHSResearch @CYPMHSResearch]

New OA qualitative paper from @NIHRresearch STADIA study, led by @KNewmanPhD @L_E_Thomson, highlighting:

•mismatch between expectations & outcomes of #CAMHS referrals
•guidance for improving referral journeys

👉https://t.co/h6OwUm6CLj

Main trial findings coming soon!

[Rethink Mental Illness @Rethink_]

💬 If you are a carer, you could be eligible for support from the local authority for your caring responsibilities.

The Care Act outlines what support is available and whether you are eligible.

This #CarersWeek, find out more about the act 👉 https://t.co/3mEmsN8l4W

[Anna Freud @annafreuduk]

Young people in the LGTBTQIA+ community are statistically more likely to have mental health problems than those who identify as heterosexual.

Teachers, our Pride toolkit has free resources to create an inclusive environment in your school or college: https://t.co/UmnCi64LWZ?

[ADC @ADC_BMJ]

Last year, 144 children and young people with mental disorders in England were physical restrained for NG feeding in paediatric wards.

90% white
77% girls
65% for anorexia nervosa

National audit
@ChattyDietitian @DashaNicholls
https://t.co/LvGI81qNbJ

[RCPCH @RCPCHtweets]

Our manifesto sets out seven policy priority areas for the next UK Government to address the challenge of making the UK the best place in the world to be a child.

Starting with prioritising child health services & supporting the NHS workforce.

➡️https://t.co/agkmjczrKQ

[MAPS Study @MAPS_study_]

Ou research team was honoured to present MAPS findings at #RCPH24 - a conference dedicated to promoting child wellbeing and quality of care! ❤️‍🩹 🩺 Sharing some pics from the event! 📸 #childhealth #RCPH @RCPCHtweets

[Children & Young People's Mental Health Coalition @CYPMentalHealth]

With a general election on the way, we want to make sure that all political parties make a strong commitment to the mental health of babies, children and young people.

Our manifesto outlines the change we need to see to improve mental health outcomes ⬇️
https://t.co/Nm5HfehQ5Z

[Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealth]

It's #StressAwarenessMonth - and throughout April, we'll be sharing tips on how to manage stress.

Learn more about stress and what can help you manage it: https://t.co/83zWTpDjXH

[Ana Waddington (She/Her) @alwaddington]

Steep increase in mental health admissions of YP in UK since 2012

What happened in 2010 that may have contributed to this?

Great snap shot of research #drjoeward

#RCPCH24

[Rethink Mental Illness @Rethink_]

🌍 Bipolar is one of the most common mental illnesses in the world.

Yet it is still hugely stigmatised and misunderstood.

For #WorldBipolarDay, share this post to make sure people get the facts 👉 https://t.co/AdNBIc2lkm

[Seb Gray @SebJGray]

CYP mental health - MAPS project lead by @leehudson111

More info here - https://t.co/avQ5ieEEQm

Great summary HT Joseph Ward

Big increase in admissions with 4-fold geographical variation especially eating disorders

#RCPCH24