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As a society we have progressed leaps and bounds with open dialogue and smashed taboos when it comes to neuro-diversity and ADHD but mental health is still rather hush hush isn't it? Functioning professionals with #bipolar have to constantly manage their days. Looking out for triggers, high or low emotions and navigate others' perceptions. Dr Thomas Richardson (Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology & CBT at the Uni of Southampton) has bipolar and clearly knew his triggers as although deemed "stable" only a week ago (see his post attached) today he is in hospital as having a manic episode. You can unpack that as you will, and mostly it's bottom line costs for some. Prevention is cheaper than the cure. Sadly it's always about money and leadership (ie power). When I asked my youngest child (14) what they thought bipolar was, they responded that it was like being two people. We discussed the difference between schizophrenia and bipolar with the former being psychosis (thought disorder), and the latter being extreme mood swings (mood disorder). The conversation quickly descended into psychopathy. It just highlighted to me the lack of awareness for so many (including my own family) about what bipolar is. I was diagnosed with Bipolar in 2012 (or around then, it was a blur). I have extreme moods. Gregg Wallace will probably assume that I'm a middle class woman of a certain age and therefore am prone to moods 🙄 My depression leaves me powerless. It's a black dog that wants to take me away from this world. It supersedes all love. It's hard to stay alive. I have children who love and need me. I have to exist. My mania is fun for me yet terrifying for others. I can get work done in the blink of an eye, it's kryptonite. Bipolar UK is a small, yet effective charity working so hard for the thousands of us who live and work amongst you all to support, speak up and work with researchers. Bipolar UK estimated that at least 800 people with bipolar take their lives everyday. 90% of us with bipolar have told our employers about the condition, but 24% of us regretted telling them. 1.3 million people in the UK have bipolar. That's one in 50. There is a HUGE overlap with those who have bipolar and those with #ADHD As a matter of fact, one in six with bipolar have ADHD, and one in 13 with ADHD have bipolar..... Tagging in some of those on #linkedin who may (or may not!) find this post of interest. Chrissie Wolfe Jodie Hill Helen Burness Darren Hiscutt Stephanie Camilleri AAC ACC Natasha Khalique Alexia Hetzel Leanne Maskell Annie Little, JD, PCC Thanks for all you do Simon Kitchen Tania Gergel Dr Talen Wright and the whole support community at Bipolar UK. If you work in the legal profession, PLEASE don't forget that LawCare - the mental health charity for the legal sector are here for you too.

The lines of palliative and psychiatric services may increasingly intersect as demand for collaborative care swells among seriously ill populations with mental health conditions. Though palliative care and behavioral health collaborations can be beneficial for patients, widespread misconceptions and a fragmented health care system represent significant headwinds curbing growth. https://lnkd.in/eEJ4tht4 #PalliativeCare #PalliativeCareServices

#WorldMentalHealthDay highlights the need for increased awareness and support for Canadians facing #MentalHealth challenges. Today, it is especially important to reflect on how organizations can provide a secure and stimulating environment that supports psychological well-being.

In the #NorthernTerritory mental health conditions account for 16.3% of the burden of disease, more than double the national burden (7.4%).      Mental health services are woefully inadequate, and many Northern Territorians go without the services they need.       Ahead of the election in Northern Territory on Saturday 24 August, an alliance of stakeholders representing mental health practitioners, patients and carers are calling on all parties and candidates to commit to and prioritise mental healthcare for all Territorians.       We’re asking for commitment to:   1. Invest in the mental health workforce   2. Prioritise mental health services in the community and closer to where people live   3. Support a Lived Experience peak body in the NT      Read the joint statement: https://lnkd.in/gr6RUnzy David Chapman Northern Territory Mental Health Coalition Australian College of Mental Health Nurses Northern Territory Lived Experience Network

Interesting concept of urgent care mental health clinics. Demand for mental-health treatment has surged since the onset of the pandemic, especially among children and adolescents. Yet a shortage of therapists means emergency departments don’t always have beds available, and their care is expensive—$2,264 for a patient’s visit by one estimate. Look to an integrated advanced primary care solution that includes behavioral health counseling, it works! #vbc #advancedprimarycare #valuebasedcare Premise Health Marathon Health CareATC ChenMed Alignment Health VillageMD

Transitioning from long-stay tertiary psychiatric institutions to community-based care offers numerous advantages for individuals and society as a whole. By integrating these services into our communities, individuals can access help without concerns about judgment or discrimination. This transition promotes personal autonomy, enhances quality of life, and provides personalized care options. Community-based settings enable individuals to regain independence, participate in social and vocational activities, leading to improved overall well-being. The World Health Organization report provides an extensive menu of options to expand and strengthen community-based #mentalhealthservices in South-East Asia Region Member States. It also contains indicators to track the progress of the expansion of community-based mental health services. #healthcare #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth

This makes #maternalmentalhealth a critical issue To address this, hospitals and governments must take urgent action. Some critical steps include: ➡️ Expanding the maternal mental health workforce, including certified peers and psychiatric consultations ➡️ Enhancing ER department training on maternal mental health ➡️ Supporting state Perinatal Quality Collaboratives #MaternalMentalHealth #MaternalMortality #MaternalSuicide #SuicidePrevention Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eTqBSCVi

Mental health is important to the wellbeing of pregnant and postpartum individuals. Healthcare providers: Learn how you can identify and support pregnant or postpartum patients who may be experiencing mental health issues by downloading PCMCH’s Care Pathway for the Management of Perinatal Mental Health: https://lnkd.in/gzvJsZag #WorldMentalHealthDay

Today is Mental Health Awareness Day! I’m thrilled to attend the American Psychiatric Nurses Association’s 38th Annual Conference this week! In alignment with World Mental Health Day, we are focusing on the critical issues of mental health awareness, suicide prevention, and evidence-based practice innovation. It’s an honor to stand with professionals dedicated to advancing psychiatric nursing and transforming the future of mental health care. Nearly 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experience mental illness each year. This equates to 57.8 million adults. Mental health issues among youth are raising. In 2021, approximately 50% of adolescents (ages 12-17), report experiencing a mental health disorder. Suicide is a leading cause of death in the U.S. and the 2nd leading cause of death among those 10-34 years. Nearly half the people in the U.S. with mental illness do not receive treatment, mainly due to stigma, cost, and lack of access. These statistics highlight the urgent need for prevention services. Let’s continue to raise awareness, provide support, and work toward a world where mental health is a priority for all. #MentalHealthMatters #SuicidePrevention #EvidenceBasedPractice #APNA2024 #NurseLeaders #NursesonLinkedIn #NeighborhoodHumanFlourishing #NAM #RWJF #CultureofHealth #PMHNCon #HealthcareTransformation #HealthcareonLinkedIn #mentalhealthadvocate

Startling statistics in this post. Mental health is health let’s start recognizing what is is and its importance in our wellbeing.