At the end of May I had the pleasure of attending the annual Health and Social Care Integration event run by the ALLIANCE and supported by partners including NHS Scotland and the Scottish Association for Social Work. The event runs each year and it serves and an annual general meeting and conference, featuring workshops and […]
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Living life. What could you change to feel better? #LLday2015
At Mind Waves, we talk a lot about the little things that make a difference to our mental wellbeing. So it’s great to see that the NHS has devoted a day- August 25- to encouraging people to focus on the changes that can make you feel better. NHS Living Life Day is a chance to […]
Top tips for talking to your GP about mental health
If you’ve been struggling with mental health problems, the first step to recovery can be a visit to your GP. But it can be a daunting thought. What if the doctor doesn’t listen? What if English isn’t your first language and you don’t know how to explain? Our friends at GAMH worked with co-trainers from […]
Equality in Mental Health: new report from NHSGGC
No matter what your background or situation, mental health is a vital part of overall health and wellbeing. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde have produced their third annual report on equality in mental health . The report includes some great case studies, both at individual and service level, from across the different equality strands. Alex MacKenzie, the […]
Glaswegians Have Their Say Too –
Glaswegians will have their say on future health provision as part of a new ‘holistic’ approach, according to the recent biennial report from Linda de Caestecker, Director of Public Health NHS Glasgow. Focusing on mental health, “Keeping Health in Mind: continuing the conversation” released on 23rd January, proposes a bold inclusive debate following years of […]
