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Royal College of Psychiatrists

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The theme for #BlackHistoryMonth is Reclaiming Narratives, and this year we have a particular focus on #BeingVisible – highlighting the contribution of some of our Black psychiatrists, the experiences of people using mental health services, and celebrating the achievements and

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@rcpsych

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Our Registrar Dr Trudi Seneviratne OBE met with @KensingtonRoyal today at #WindsorCastle as she was appointed to the @Earlychildhood Advisory Group to The Princess of Wales to discuss #MentalHealth and the importance of the first five years of life.

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7 years

#Antidepressants save lives. There is no evidence of causal relationship between SSRIs & murder. #BBCPanorama

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Following today’s @BBCPanorama ‘The Antidepressant Story’, we advise anyone thinking of stopping their antidepressants to talk to their doctor first. These medications should not be stopped abruptly. See our patient resource here

Stopping antidepressants

Information for anyone who wants to know more about stopping antidepressants.

www.rcpsych.ac.uk

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Thrilled that our Registrar Dr Trudi Seneviratne OBE @TrudiSene1 has been appointed to the @Earlychildhood expert advisory group to #ThePrincessofWales to discuss the first five years of life #mentalhealth . Read more:

RCPsych Registrar Dr Trudi Seneviratne OBE appointed to expert advisory group to The Princess of...

RCPsych Registrar Dr Trudi Seneviratne OBE has been appointed to an expert Advisory Group that will support The Princess of Wales’ work promoting the importance of early childhood.

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An insightful first meeting with our @Earlychildhood Advisory Group, discussing a shared passion for the extraordinary impact of the first five years of life and its role in shaping us. Very exciting things ahead…!

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Delighted to see @rcpsych registrar @TrudiSene1 meet with @KensingtonRoyal and @FLOTUS in Cornwall today. Trudi was part of a roundtable discussion on the importance of early childhood on lifelong outcomes #G7Cornwall

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5 years

Our thoughts are with our Members who have family and friends in Kashmir and other areas of conflict around the world. We offer all Members support via the Psychiatrists Support Service: Members who need to talk can call us - full details here

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3 years

Yesterday the College sent out an email and online materials promoting an event about Personality Disorders. The language and sentiments underpinning the words we used were unacceptable + completely against our values. We would like to offer an unreserved apology. (1/2)

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4 years

We are delighted that Prof @wendyburn has been awarded a CBE for predicting the mental health impact of the pandemic on health workers and the public. She is the immediate past President of RCPsych and her contribution to the College and psychiatry has been immense.

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7 years

More #antidepressant prescriptions=more people getting help. Not more potential murderers. Don't stigmatise people needing help #BBCPanorama

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6 months

We are very concerned about the changes to @NHSPracHealth services for secondary care staff from tomorrow. We know from our members and colleagues that support for clinicians is vital and leads to better patient outcomes. Investment in the welfare of the workforce is essential

NHS Practitioner Health

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Important service update.

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7 years

#BBCPanorama claims irresponsible and unfounded. Scaremongering title alone shows real stigma people taking #antidepressants face.

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8 years

Welcoming HRH Prince Harry to @rcpsych to discuss mental health of our Armed Forces past and present. Lucky to have such a great champion

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3 years

“The reported decision to only ban conversion therapy for gay and bisexual people but not those who are transgender is discriminatory and very disappointing. We urge Government to reconsider." Read @DrAdrianJames ' full response here:

Government should reconsider its plans to not ban conversion therapy for transgender people

The Royal College of Psychiatrists responds to the reported government decision to ban so-called conversion therapy for gay or bisexual people in England and Wales - but not for transgender people.

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2 years

Our Registrar @TrudiSene1 has been speaking to @GBNews this morning about the launch of the Princess of Wales' new early years campaign. ‘Shaping Us’ will raise awareness of the importance of the first five years of a child’s life.

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Over 26,000 adults with severe mental illness die prematurely each year from preventable physical illnesses. We're calling on the Govt to close the mortality gap & provide full annual health checks to everyone with a severe mental illness. Read more:

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4 years

Voting in the Dean elections, which opened in mid-December, closed at noon today. The College is pleased to announce that the next College Dean will be Professor Subodh Dave ( @subodhdave1 ). Read more here:

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4 months

In response to the Prime Minister’s announcement that the General Election will take place on Thursday 04 July 2024. We are calling on all parties to prioritise the prevention of mental ill-health and recognise there is no health without mental health.

Parties must prioritise mental health during the General Election

The College responds to the Prime Minister's announcement that a General Election will take place on Thursday 4 July 2024.

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4 years

We're working with Royal Colleges and patient groups to urge @MattHancock to stop the withdrawal of lithium medicine Priadel and ensure it remains available to treat patients in the UK with bipolar disorder #savepriadel

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1 year

We have launched The Aggrey Burke Fellowship; the UK’s first scheme aimed at encouraging & supporting Black medical students to pursue a career in psychiatry. Our aim is to create a more diverse workforce reflective of our communities. Read more here 🖥➡️

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5 years

We are thrilled that Professor Tamsin Ford @Tamsin_J_Ford has been awarded a CBE in today’s honours for her work in psychiatry, including improving services for children and young people.

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2 years

To retain psychiatrists we must look after their well-being. The suicide of a patient can have a significantly negative impact on the treating psychiatrist. We have published guidance today on how organisations and policymakers can do more to support 🖥⬇️

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6 years

Fantastic news that three of our members have received awards in today's #NewYearsHonours ! @ArtScienceDoc , @TrudiSene1 and @skalidindi1 have been doing some incredibly work across addictions, perinatal and rehabilitation psychiatry. Find out more here:

Top psychiatrists awarded New Year’s Honours

We are delighted to announce that three of our leading psychiatrists, Dr Sridevi Kalidindi CBE, Dr Gertrude Seneviratne OBE, and Dr Henrietta Bowden-Jones OBE, have been given New Year's honours from...

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@rcpsych

7 years

Mental health trusts have less income than they did in 2011-12, our new analysis reveals. We're calling on the government to ensure #MoneyForMHServices gets to the frontline. 🖥️➡️

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New figures released today show that it's another strong year for psychiatric recruitment, as the number of applicants for core psychiatric training in 2020 reached almost 100% of the posts available. #choosepsychiatry

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@rcpsych

6 years

We're really lucky to have the support of @stephenfry . Watch him talk to medical students about why they should #choosepsychiatry and the role they can play in helping those affected by #mentalhealth issues. WATCH FULL VIDEO HERE:

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@rcpsych

5 years

The idea that people with personality disorders can't be treated is a myth, says a report we have published today. Our report has prompted a lively debate on social media - why not read the report then join in the discussion? The report is here:

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3 years

The racism experienced by some of the England team after Sunday’s defeat is unacceptable. Racism is ugly, bad for mental health, and has no place in our society. Social media companies must do more to protect people and Govt must urgently bring forward the Online Harms Bill.

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The winner of the RCPsych's Presidential election is @DrAdrianJames who will become @rcpsych 's 17th President in July. Find out more here #rcpsychelections

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7 years

'People understand milder mental health disorders, but we need to invest more in services for people with more complex needs' @DrKateLovett

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7 years

If you feel unsettled by #BBCPanorama please discuss your medication with a doctor and decide together whether to continue #antidepressants

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5 years

Amazing news for patients and #Choosepsychiatry - the number of junior doctors choosing psychiatry this year is at an all time high. 92% places have been filled with Wales filling ALL of its places for the first time @wendyburn @DrKateLovett @DrAdrianJames

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6 years

Suicide is the 15th leading cause of death globally & is higher in males than females. It is still criminalized in 25 countries. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

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We urge the Government to put #mentalhealth at the top of its agenda. Huge strides have been made in key areas but there is still plenty to do, especially around adult community services where investment is only now starting to reach the frontline.

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"We hold our hands up" to the damage done to the LGB community in the past by members of our profession, says President @wendyburn

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UK psychiatrists have issued an historic admission of the harm done to gay people by aversion therapy

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Dr Jed Boardman, "In order to stay mentally healthy, we all need enough money in our pockets, a decent roof over our heads, some valued work, and a supportive environment. People with mental health problems need all of these to aid their recovery"

Money trouble increasing strain on mental health - and it's getting worse

'In order to stay mentally healthy, we all need enough money in our pockets'

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As a child psychiatrist, I know that vulnerable children will continue to suffer until the NHS promises to fully ring-fence mental health funding. @DrJonGoldin writes for @IndyVoices .

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The Royal College of Psychiatrists welcomes the Supreme Court’s ruling against the Rwanda policy. Our President @DrLadeSmith says "people seeking asylum need specialist support" while they process trauma and rebuild their lives.

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“The deadly consequences of Covid-19 on people living with schizophrenia are deeply worrying and should serve as a catalyst to ensure this at-risk group of people are offered the vaccine at the earliest opportunity", says our president, @DrAdrianJames

Schizophrenia second only to age as greatest risk factor for COVID-19 death

People with schizophrenia, a mental disorder that affects mood and perception of reality, are almost three times more likely to die from the coronavirus than those without the psychiatric illness, a...

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1 year

'The overwhelming body of medical evidence tells us antidepressants help to reduce the symptoms of and improve the quality of life for adults with moderate and severe depression’ says RCPsych President @DrAdrianJames in response to recent media coverage.

RCPsych President responds to newspaper coverage on antidepressants

Dr Adrian James, President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, has written to national newspapers responding to recent articles erroneously linking antidepressants to suicide.

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5 years

BREAKING: Our call for social media companies to hand over their data () has become our biggest story EVER - and the day's not done yet... So far it's been mentioned by the media (incl @nytimes ) 1,993 times with a total audience reach of 430 million. Wow.

Social media data needed for 'harm' research, say doctors

Understanding usage by children is key to studying potential harms and benefits, psychiatrists say.

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7 years

Govt has repeatedly promised additional £1b for #mentalhealth . @NHSEngland now say we may not get this. Join our campaign #StopMHCuts - retweet and say how it will affect you if £ does not come through. 6 days to make a difference.

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1 year

We've launched a new information resource for adults with #ADHD . This valuable resource offers essential information on symptoms, assessments, self-help, and treatment options. Check it out here ⬇️

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@rcpsych

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Update: @NHSEngland has overturned its decision to restrict the provision of @NHSPracHealth for secondary care staff. This will now be extended by 12 months, for both new and existing patients. We welcome this announcement and will continue to highlight the importance of staff

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Important service update.

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2 years

A huge CONGRATULATIONS to our new Members 👏

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5 years

More psychiatric beds needed to help stop patients being sent many miles from home for treatment, says @rcpsych . Tune into @BBCr4today to hear @EllenWilkinson6 and @Simonro40611952 talking about this at 8.40am #DistanceToBeds

Mental health beds shortage 'causing distress'

Psychiatrists call for more hospital beds to end the practice of sending patients miles away for care.

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8 years

#BlueMonday ? Nope. @MindCharity talk about the reality of #BlueAnyDay

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7 years

Mental Health "doesn't have parity" when it comes to funding. Staff confirm on BBC's #Hospital

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“My mental health has definitely improved in recent years and much of that is down to the psychiatrist I saw over a number of years.” Read why writer & political strategist @campbellclaret thinks it’s a great idea to #choosepsychiatry .

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Listen to what award-winning actor and broadcaster Stephen Fry has to say about a career in psychiatry. #ChoosePsychiatry

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2 years

1/4 We are deeply saddened by the distressing images in the Dispatches and Panorama documentaries, investigating the quality and safety of mental health services.

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3 years

Thousands of ethnic minority staff working in NHS mental health trusts experience abuse or harassment at work. @subodhdave1 and @adave_NHS spoke candidly to @Channel4News last night about the abuse they've suffered. @DrLadeSmith @DrAdrianJames

Thousands of Black, Asian and minority ethnic NHS mental health staff in England face abuse and...

Harassed, bullied or abused at work by members of the public, colleagues and their own managers - that's the experience of thousands of ethnic minority staff working in mental health trusts around...

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7 years

Don’t forget to watch Louis Theroux @ 9pm as he investigates Anorexia. Hoping he accurately portrays its severity.

BBC Two - Louis Theroux Specials, Talking to Anorexia

Louis meets women with anorexia at two of London's largest eating disorder facilities.

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5 years

Thanks to @raj_psyc who was on @SkyNews today. He was talking about our call for hundreds of new mental health beds to end the shameful practice of patients being sent far from home for treatment. He'll be speaking to @IanPuckey on @BBCEssex radio just after 5.

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5 years

Our press release calling for NICE to update its antidepressant withdrawal advice is now live, as is our position statement on the medication.

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7 years

Congratulations to former President Prof. Dame Sue Bailey for her appointment to the board at the Department of Health- a tireless campaigner on behalf of those with #mentalhealth problems, particularly children and young people

Department of Health appoints new team of non-executive directors

Five new members join the board at the Department of Health.

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7 years

Doctors working in #mentalhealth are needed more now than ever. Follow us throughout the day as we launch our #ChoosePsychiatry campaign

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1 year

Look out for @subodhdave1 and @DrAdrianJames who are cycling from #Birmingham to #Liverpool today on a tandem bike to raise awareness of #mentalhealth ahead of the College's International Congress starting on Monday. #RCPsychIC

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@rcpsych

4 years

Congratulations to psychiatrist Professor Keith Hawton @OxPsychiatry who has been awarded a CBE in the Queen’s #BirthdayHonours2020 for services to Suicide Prevention.

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5 months

Our President @DrLadeSmith warns that discrimination against people with severe mental illness prevents them from seeking help and cuts lives short. She has called for prejudice to be stamped out so that people can lead fulfilling lives. Read more here⬇️

‘Discrimination against people with severe mental illness is cutting lives short’ – UK’s top...

The President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, Dr Lade Smith CBE, warns that prejudice against people with severe mental illness prevents them from seeking help and cuts lives short.

www.rcpsych.ac.uk

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