Let's all Talk Mental Health’s Post

Adolescents experiencing gender-related distress face unique challenges that require careful and informed support. On Monday, we were joined by Systemic & Family Psychotherapist/ Psychologist, Anastassis Spiliadis , to talk about the complexities of gender-related distress and the best practices for supporting people through these experiences. The conversation included: - Key findings from the CASS report - The importance of language used  - Advice for parents and carers  - The role of schools and importance of collaboration 💻 The full session is available now on the Let’s all Talk Mental Health hub. 🔗 Log-in or register to watch: https://lnkd.in/e3RfRFYt If you work in education, find out more about how Let’s all Talk Mental Health could support your parent and colleague communities with a trial. Just send us a message. 🔗 Visit our schools page: https://lnkd.in/ezpwKjnP #TeenMentalHealth #GenderRelatedDistress #MentalHealthSupport #MentalHealthResources

One of the most common questions we receive is, "How do I find a neuroaffirming service provider in mental health?" As Autistic adults, seeking help for our mental health can often be more taxing than it is helpful due to the many additional barriers we face. Yet, with around 50–70% of Autistic people experiencing mental health intersections, the need to have neuro-affirming support has never been greater. So, how do you check if a mental healthcare provider is truly neuroaffirming? See our handy tip sheet and guidelines here: https://bit.ly/NDMHGuide [ID: A purple background featuring the Reframing Autism logo at the bottom left and logo knotwork at the bottom right. Text in white reads, "To see if a mental health practice is neuroaffirming, ask... How do you individualise your approach to your clients’ care? What training or study have you recently done to stay up to date? Will you learn about and leverage my strengths in treatment? Will you provide practical and achievable steps to promote my progress?"] #ActuallyAutistic #ReframingAutism #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

Recognising Psychotic Signs in Young People in Out-of-Home Care: A Crucial Skill for Caregivers Understanding and identifying the early signs of psychosis in young people, especially those in out-of-home care, is essential for providing timely and effective support. These young individuals often face unique challenges, including complex trauma, that can exacerbate mental health issues. As caregivers, educators, and mental health professionals, equipping ourselves with the knowledge to recognise and respond to these signs is crucial in fostering a supportive and healing environment. In our latest skill bite video, we delve into the key indicators of psychosis, exploring how these symptoms can manifest differently in young people. We provide practical guidance on how to approach these situations with sensitivity and care, ensuring that we offer the right interventions at the right time. Join us in enhancing your understanding and skills to better support the mental health and well-being of young people in out-of-home care. #MentalHealth #YouthCare #OutOfHomeCare #PsychosisAwareness #TraumaInformedCare #ChildWelfare #CaregiverSupport #MentalHealthAwareness #PsychosisSigns #SkillBite #YouthSupport #MentalHealthEducation #HealingYouth #CaregiverTraining #SupportYoungPeople

Have you had problems with CAMHS, regarding mental health support (or lack of more likely) for your autistic kid or adolescent? Then we need your help, please, for this campaign for change. David Gray-Hammond: 'If you would like to contribute your experiences to future blogs and articles about CAMHS, please feel free to complete this short anonymous survey. It should only take 5-10 minutes. I will be using quotes and data from it to write new articles'. https://lnkd.in/dt_J-snp #CAMHSCrisis #CAMHS #MentalHealth #Autism #Neurodiversity

MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING Children’s mental health services rose by 35% however there was only a 4% increase in the number of children who gained access to treatment. Teenagers are more likely to experience depression than young children. Self-harm is a very common problem among young people. If you're concerned about your child’s mental health, you can speak to their school or GP. The GP may refer your child to Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), which provides specialist care from psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses and social workers. It's important to listen to your child, rather than necessarily offering advice. Follow your child’s lead and encourage them to share so that they know you really understand. Speaking less and listening more helps you understand how your child feels, and helps them know you realise what they’re going through. Image credit: Liza Summer teenmentalhealthawareness. #mentalhealthhero. #loveyourself. #teenselfcare. #selfcare. #stopthestigma. #suicideawareness. #mentalhealthmatters.

New research shows significant benefits of tDCS in improving mood and cognitive abilities in older adults. Learn about this groundbreaking treatment that could redefine mental health care for older generations. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/ehwYshEZ #BrainHealth #OlderAdultCare

Struggling to read your baby's behaviour? Finding it hard to tune into their emotions and needs? Feeling insecure in your attachment with your baby? The Perinatal Mental Health Service runs a Circle of Security group programme - an interactive 8-session course. The programme is designed to help parents make sense of what their baby is really asking from them, supports parents to read their baby's needs, and enhances attachment between caregivers and their babies. Learn more about our therapeutic group services ⬇ #CircleofSecurity #PerinatalMentalHealth #Attachment

In her eye-opening book "The Defining Decade," psychologist and author Meg Jay, PhD, encourages 20-somethings to be more proactive about caring for their future selves. . Kids are struggling more than ever, the political and social landscape has changed in big ways, the world has become less safe, people are more isolated and disconnected, and yet kids are supposed to enter their 20s ready to set the stage for the rest of their lives. It's an enormous task! . Mental health treatment of common issues in adolescents and young adults can be the key to building a solid foundation in our twenties. Read all about it in our recent blog post, "Our Kids Need Help—Mental Health Challenges & Treatment in Adolescents and Young Adults." https://lnkd.in/eDDWzrzt . #TheDefiningDecade #BookRecommendation #SpringSource #SpringSourcePsychologicalCenter #20something #ChicagoTherapist #TeenTherapist #YoungAdult #DefiningDecade #MentalHealthMatters #AdolescentMentalHealth #YoungAdultMentalHealth #AdolescentTherapy #AdolescentMentalHealthTreatment

To assess what the public knows about therapy and mental health, and what they really want from treatment, the Psychotherapy Action Network (PsiAN) conducted extensive original research with the general public, both pre-pandemic and post-pandemic. From this innovative and unprecedented effort to “listen” to the public, we learned about the attitudes and expectations people have towards therapy, which benefits matter most, what their misperceptions and biases are, and what they know and don’t know about mental health and therapy. This presentation will share the findings from PsiAN’s qualitative and quantitative research. It will also offer a blueprint for engaging and communicating with the public, so that the public gains greater awareness, understanding and appreciation for therapies of depth, insight, and relationship. Learn more and register today! https://lnkd.in/e5t8D6ui #MentalHealthAwareness #TherapyResearch #PublicPerception #PsychotherapyInsights #TherapyBenefits #MentalHealthEducation #TherapyAwareness #PublicEngagement #TherapyCommunication #MentalHealthResearch #NAAP #psian #abapinc