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Awareness Raising
Evidence & Policy
See evidence & policy for other inclusive practices and domains
2011 Research Report
This report presents the findings of a survey of attitudes towards mental illness among adults in England.
The aim of these surveys is to monitor public attitudes towards mental illness, and to track changes over time.
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Promoting mental wellbeing to achieve whole system improvement
Improving the mental wellbeing of the population has the potential to contribute far-reaching improvements in physical health and wellbeing, reduced mortality, a better quality of life, higher educational attainment, economic wellbeing and reduction in crime and anti-social behaviour. Virtuous circles can be catalysed – improving wellbeing, for example, enhances educational capability, which leads to better educational outcomes and a positive impact on wellbeing.
This focus on population mental health is supported by a rapidly developing evidence
base on the social and environmental factors associated with mental health problems, on the interventions that can promote mental wellbeing and resilience at an individual, and on tackling the causes of poor health and associated inequalities.
5th February 2009
Debate on Prejudice and Mental Health between Charles Walker MP and The Minister of State, Department of Health, Phil Hope.
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For Specialist Incapacity Benefit Personal Advisor (SIBPA) service in North East London for customers with mental health problems
This project sought to evaluate the impact of additional mental health training to Specialist Incapacity Benefit Personal Advisors working for Jobcentre Plus. The methodology proposed to collect data including qualitative, quantitative and behavioural measures (including interviews, focus groups, statistical data and questionnaires) from customers and service delivery stakeholders.
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From the Northern Ireland Association for Mental Health, this report uses economic analysis to develop thecase for greater investment in mental health promotion, defined as the prevention of mental illness and the promotion of positive mental health.
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A cross-government mental health outcomes strategy for people of all ages
This strategy sets out the ambition to mainstream mental health, and establish parity of esteem between services for people with mental and physical health problems.
It shows how Government is working to improve the mental health and well being of the population, and get better outcomes for people with mental health problems.
The promotion of an integrated approach to well-being that includes mental, physical and social well-being, in order to enhance community engagement and fulfilment of individuals with mental health problems contributing to the development of a diverse, respectful and creative society.
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There is growing evidence to show the positive impact that improving mental well-being can have on health and social and economic outcomes, but little is known about how this important and emerging agenda is developing within localities.
This report examines local leaders' perceptions of public mental health and well-being, the progress they have made, how they are acting on recent evidence, and how addressing mental illness and improving mental well-being go hand in hand.
Current Activities and What Works
This publication is a review of what works in anti-stigma and discrimination. It has reviewed work happening locally, nationally and internationally.
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