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Time to act: hundreds of children sent out of area every day for mental health treatment
Our analysis of the latest NHS England data shows a shocking 319 children and adolescents in England were forced to travel out of their area for mental health treatment from December 2023 to November 2024.
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“NHS planning guidance gives commissioners autonomy but must not come at expense of people with mental illness” says RCPsych
RCPsych President, Dr Lade Smith CBE, comments on new NHS planning guidance for 2025/26.
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Use of digital monitoring technology in mental health settings
RCPsych comments on the use of digital monitoring technology in mental health settings.
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Key resources for trainee psychiatrists
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Mental illnesses and mental health problems
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Information about treatments for a range of mental health conditions.
Information written for young people and parents, about young people's mental health concerns.
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