Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in Mental health on 24th May, 2023
Involving people who have lived experience of mental health issues in the redesign of services is a key element of the Community Mental Health Framework. Colleagues from DPT, Livewell Southwest CIC and the Devon Mental Health Alliance recently attended an NHS England South West event to share how our commitment...
Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in Mental health, Recovery and wellbeing on 23rd May, 2023
Sarah Warrington, Preceptorship Lead, is the coordinator of the preceptorship programme for Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust (TSDFT). The Devon Wellbeing Hub have been involved in giving wellbeing talks as part of the programme since September 2022 and so far, Jody Merelle, Psychotherapist at the Hub, has delivered...
Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in #ProudofDPT, Mental health, News on 22nd May, 2023
No Mow May is an annual campaign calling on all garden owners and green space managers not to mow during May to provide a space for nature. Since the 1970s the UK has lost 97% of rich flowering meadow to development. This affects pollinators such as bees and butterflies as they...
Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in CAMHS, Mental health, News on 17th May, 2023
Some stress and anxiety are normal responses to everyday demands and can help our brains and bodies be ready to respond to our busy lives. However, significant pressures facing young people in their schooling, home and social lives can lead to levels of anxiety or anxious behaviours that start to...
Posted by Devon Partnership Trust in Mental health, Recovery and wellbeing on 16th May, 2023
This week (15-21 May) is Mental Health Awareness Week and the theme this year is anxiety. During stressful times or when we’re under pressure, feeling anxious can be perfectly normal. However, if you’re finding it hard to control your worries and the feelings are more constant and impacting your day-to-day life,...