An evaluation of the Standing Together project : An evaluation of the Standing Together project
The Standing Together project was set up to investigate the impact of peer support and activity-based groups on the health and wellbeing of older people.
Publications
Latest publications
State of a Generation: Upheaval, uncertainty and change : State of a Generation: Upheaval, uncertainty and change
This report focusses on 'working-age adulthood’, exploring a selection of life transitions that can have a profound effect on our mental health and how we can better protect and promote good mental health in the context of these life experiences.
The interface between dementia and mental health : The interface between dementia and mental health
In this paper, we explore the relationship between dementia, mental health and mental health problems.
Food for thought: mental health and nutrition briefing : Food for thought: mental health and nutrition briefing
This briefing focuses on how nutrition can be effectively integrated into public health strategies to protect and improve mental health and emotional wellbeing.
Dementia, rights, and the social model of disability : Dementia, rights, and the social model of disability
This paper describes the social model of disability in relation to dementia, as well as national and international law that is informed by it or that it connects with.
Fundamental Facts about Mental Health 2016 : Fundamental Facts about Mental Health 2016
A comprehensive summary of mental health research, providing a unique handbook of key facts and figures, covering all key areas of mental health.
The Mental Health Experiences of Older People During the Pandemic : The Mental Health Experiences of Older People During the Pandemic
This briefing reports some specific findings from the 'Coronavirus: Mental Health in the Pandemic' study, looking at the experiences of older people.
Truth Hurts report : Truth Hurts report
This is the final report of the National Inquiry into self-harm among young people.
State of a Generation: Preventing mental health problems in children and young people : State of a Generation: Preventing mental health problems in children and young people
A report focused on the key things that both challenge and support the mental health of children and young people.
Coping with anxiety : Coping with anxiety
Our research shows how well people cope with their anxiety, and the variety of healthy and unhealthy coping mechanisms people use.