Six years ago I was sectioned on a children’s mental health unit. A year later, I was diagnosed with autism. ‘Girl Unmasked: How Uncovering My Autism Saved My Life’ is the story of how I got there - and how I very nearly didn’t. Out 28 March 2024 and you can pre-order now! 🥹

This week marks #AntiBullyingWeek in the UK. Bullying isn't just a harmless rite of passage or 'banter'. It leaves lasting scars on young lives, affecting their mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. For more information, visit: papyrus-uk.org/anti-bullying-… 💜 #MakeANoise

Eating disorders are often thought to be rare mental health conditions, but this new report by NHS England Transformation shows they are far more common than people realise.

We are supporting the Children & Young People's Mental Health Coalition Coalition's four manifesto asks of all political parties: ☑️Commit to funding a comprehensive 0-25 pathway ☑️Embed whole educational approaches in schools ☑️Increase early intervention provision: early support hubs ☑️Reform the MH act.

As part of the Children & Young People's Mental Health Coalition Coalition, we are calling for all parties to make a strong political commitment to mental health outcomes for ALL babies, children and young people🚨 cypmhc.org.uk/publications/a…

Your mental health still matters at Christmas. 💚 If you're struggling over Christmas, know that you're not alone. These helplines are here if you need someone to talk to who will listen and help you find your way through. @Samaritans CALM @GiveUsAShout

A 39 year old has passed away whilst waiting to be seen in AnE She was waiting for 7 hours. This is truly sad news. I’m sorry, but this government and NHS leadership frankly do not care. lbc.co.uk/news/mother-fo…

Thanks - would not have been surprised to see more burnout/distress.I have agreed for ages with Prof Miranda Wolpert under resourcing of CYPMHS creates moral injury as our circa 20K staff try to help as many of the 2m+ CYP as they can but have to say no too often - time to change!

Thank you to everyone who has taken part in this study so far. We would love to hear from some Band 5 and 6 nurses. Please consider taking part in this new study! Email me on [email protected] for further info WeNurses 💙 Nursing and Midwifery Council The RCN RCNi: the life-long learning partner for nurses

Nursing's professional character: A chimera? - Lipscomb - 2024 - Nursing Philosophy - Wiley Online Library onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.11…

Powerful message in that title gr8 work Dr Dan Warrender sometimes the spotlight needs shining brightly in dark corners 👏 how do we progress otherwise, 4 our staff & those who require the support of r services. Psychological well-being of workforce often overlooked in many sectors

Any of those pins landing near you? 😕

Proud of this one in IJMHN cowritten & including people with people with lived experience, students & newly qualified nurse’s with Dr Mark Pearson Dr.Dan Doran 💙 May be of interest Dr Dan Warrender Nursing and Midwifery Council MHNAUK Mental Health Deserves Better: #MHDeservesBetter #MentalHealthNursing onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/in…

It takes a remarkable person to work in nursing. Yet for too long they have been overworked, underpaid and many are now at breaking point.

Do u know some1 who could deliver a passionate #mentalhealthnurse #MentalHealthMatters lecture or deserves #MentalHealthNursing life time achievement award? If so 👀 pls submit nominations by 31/08/2024 skellern.info/how-to-nominate MHnursingFuture MHNAUK Nation Nurse Directors Forum Mental Health Network

ICYMI: yesterday RCPCH published a new policy report setting out our blueprint for child health services. It's packed full of ideas for the transformational change that's needed. Essential reading for anyone working in child health! #RCPCHblueprint rcpch.ac.uk/resources/tran…

A message to all politicians, of any political party... ***OUR NHS IS NOT FOR SALE!*** If you agree, reply with a 💙. #OurNHS

3 years of hard work, great people, amazing placements, superb opportunities, and fantastic support led to this - I'm now a registered nurse at age 49! Tempted to pursue nursing as a mature student? #Nursing #LDNursing #MatureStudents #CareerChange Edinburgh Napier University

Happy #LDNursesDay everyone! #ChooseLDNursing

Good Kings Fund explainer on the new NHS Plan: kingsfund.org.uk/insight-and-an…