"I love Learning Disability nursing, we are like one big family, we care for patients for years, so we get to build an amazing relationship with them and their families. LD nursing is extremely special, and an amazing field to get into" - Zoe Hepburn, 3rd year LDN Student

News. People with learning disabilities and autistic people in Scotland are still being held in institutions in breach of their human rights, according to a new report from Scotland’s human rights watchdog. learningdisabilitytoday.co.uk/news/no-progre…

An increasing number of people with neurodivergent conditions are entering higher education. This article discusses some of the challenges that neurodivergent nursing students experience during placement and outlines strategies that can support them. journals.rcni.com/nursing-standa…

Mental illnesses are real illnesses… real disabilities. Those calling them “normal emotions” are both ignorant and dangerous. The stigma has to end.

Loneliness is an increasing issue for men. Community is vital for good mental health. Yet many men, particularly young men, face challenges in making the connections we all need. We explore why: tinyurl.com/yntb9c3t #MensHealthWeek #LonelinessAwarenessWeek

#LearningDisabilityWeek LeDeR research has uncovered critical health inequalities affecting people with a learning disability. This #LearningDisabilityWeek, we're sharing our deep dives which can inform improvements to care. Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience #DoYouSeeMe #LeDeR #LDWeek2025