Why are men more likely to take their own lives?
Why are people in prison more likely to have been in the care system?
Why is schizophrenia diagnosed at higher rates amongst black people in the UK?
Why are antidepressant prescriptions highest in the Valleys?
Psychologists for Social Change South Wales are delighted to share with you with the support of the National Assembly for Wales this event about the Social and Political Causes of Poor Mental Health. It is thanks to Lynne Neagle, AM, Chair of the Children Young People and Education Committee that this Thursday, October 4th we will be in the Pierhead building from 1-3pm talking about the evidence base and narrative surrounding the structural, cultural and policy barriers to good mental health - and what we can do about it. There will also be the opportunity to ask our speakers and Lynne Neagle questions in our Q&A section.
Income inequality, poverty, reduced social mobility, living in insecure overcrowded housing, discrimination, bullying, and prejudice all contribute to poor mental health. Children who grow up with parents with mental health problems are five times more likely to have mental health problems themselves.
Mental health problems account for the biggest increase in Welsh Government expenditure period 2017-18, which has increased over the last decade by 22%. CAMHS is under more pressure than ever before and in the years 2010-2014, there was a 100% increase in demand.
Jen Daffin, Psychologists for Social Change said:
'We welcome to opportunity to expand the narrative beyond Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and explore the complex cycle of inter generational distress by bringing into the discussion the psychological impact of social adversity and economic stress. There are many unhelpful policies and practices that perpetuate and exacerbate poor mental health. With depression set to become the biggest ‘burden of disease’ by 2025 and Mental health problems accounting for the biggest increase in Welsh Government expenditure we need a step change in our approach to mental health and well being.'
Joe Powell, All Wales People First National Director said:
‘In my experience, the biggest barriers to the lives of people with learning disabilities and autism is the system itself. For too long people have lived limited lives, supported in risk averse ways and been denied access to opportunities to develop meaningful relationships and play an active part in their local communities. It really doesn’t need to be this way. With the right approach we can prevent so much of the unnecessary stress and barriers that prohibit people with learning disabilities and autism from living the same quality of life as their non disabled peers.’
Attendance is free but places are limited and prior booking is essential. To book your place please reserve your ticket here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/social-and-political-causes-of-poor-mental-health-tickets-49858740836
Achosion Cymdeithasol a Gwleidyddol Iechyd Meddwl Gwael
Noddir gan Lynne Neagle AC
Dydd Iau 4, Hydref: 1pm-3pm, Adeilad Pierhead, Caerdydd, CF10 4PZ
Pam mae dynion yn fwy tebygol cymryd bywyd eu hunain?
Pam mae pobl sydd yn y carchar yn fwy tebygol o fod wedi cael cyfnodau yn y system gofal?
Pam mae mwy o bobl groenddu yn cael diagnosis o sgitsoffrenia yn y DU?
Pam mae mwy o bresgripsiynau gwrthiselyddion yn cael eu rhoi yn y Cymoedd?
Hoffai Lynne Neagle AC, Cadeirydd Pwyllgor Plant, Pobl Ifanc ac Addysg, eich gwahodd i drafodaeth wedi’i hwyluso ganSeicolegwyr dros Newid Cymdeithasol am yr agweddau cymdeithasol a gwleidyddol sy’n cyfrannu at iechyd meddwl gwael a’r goblygiadau wrth ddatblygu polisi iechyd a gofal cymdeithasol.
Mae anghydraddoldeb incwm, tlodi, llai o symudedd cymdeithasol, byw mewn tai gorlawn heb ddiogelwch, gwahaniaethu, bwlio, a rhagfarn oll yn cyfrannu at iechyd meddwl
Why are people in prison more likely to have been in the care system?
Why is schizophrenia diagnosed at higher rates amongst black people in the UK?
Why are antidepressant prescriptions highest in the Valleys?
Psychologists for Social Change South Wales are delighted to share with you with the support of the National Assembly for Wales this event about the Social and Political Causes of Poor Mental Health. It is thanks to Lynne Neagle, AM, Chair of the Children Young People and Education Committee that this Thursday, October 4th we will be in the Pierhead building from 1-3pm talking about the evidence base and narrative surrounding the structural, cultural and policy barriers to good mental health - and what we can do about it. There will also be the opportunity to ask our speakers and Lynne Neagle questions in our Q&A section.
Income inequality, poverty, reduced social mobility, living in insecure overcrowded housing, discrimination, bullying, and prejudice all contribute to poor mental health. Children who grow up with parents with mental health problems are five times more likely to have mental health problems themselves.
Mental health problems account for the biggest increase in Welsh Government expenditure period 2017-18, which has increased over the last decade by 22%. CAMHS is under more pressure than ever before and in the years 2010-2014, there was a 100% increase in demand.
Jen Daffin, Psychologists for Social Change said:
'We welcome to opportunity to expand the narrative beyond Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and explore the complex cycle of inter generational distress by bringing into the discussion the psychological impact of social adversity and economic stress. There are many unhelpful policies and practices that perpetuate and exacerbate poor mental health. With depression set to become the biggest ‘burden of disease’ by 2025 and Mental health problems accounting for the biggest increase in Welsh Government expenditure we need a step change in our approach to mental health and well being.'
Joe Powell, All Wales People First National Director said:
‘In my experience, the biggest barriers to the lives of people with learning disabilities and autism is the system itself. For too long people have lived limited lives, supported in risk averse ways and been denied access to opportunities to develop meaningful relationships and play an active part in their local communities. It really doesn’t need to be this way. With the right approach we can prevent so much of the unnecessary stress and barriers that prohibit people with learning disabilities and autism from living the same quality of life as their non disabled peers.’
Attendance is free but places are limited and prior booking is essential. To book your place please reserve your ticket here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/social-and-political-causes-of-poor-mental-health-tickets-49858740836
Achosion Cymdeithasol a Gwleidyddol Iechyd Meddwl Gwael
Noddir gan Lynne Neagle AC
Dydd Iau 4, Hydref: 1pm-3pm, Adeilad Pierhead, Caerdydd, CF10 4PZ
Pam mae dynion yn fwy tebygol cymryd bywyd eu hunain?
Pam mae pobl sydd yn y carchar yn fwy tebygol o fod wedi cael cyfnodau yn y system gofal?
Pam mae mwy o bobl groenddu yn cael diagnosis o sgitsoffrenia yn y DU?
Pam mae mwy o bresgripsiynau gwrthiselyddion yn cael eu rhoi yn y Cymoedd?
Hoffai Lynne Neagle AC, Cadeirydd Pwyllgor Plant, Pobl Ifanc ac Addysg, eich gwahodd i drafodaeth wedi’i hwyluso ganSeicolegwyr dros Newid Cymdeithasol am yr agweddau cymdeithasol a gwleidyddol sy’n cyfrannu at iechyd meddwl gwael a’r goblygiadau wrth ddatblygu polisi iechyd a gofal cymdeithasol.
Mae anghydraddoldeb incwm, tlodi, llai o symudedd cymdeithasol, byw mewn tai gorlawn heb ddiogelwch, gwahaniaethu, bwlio, a rhagfarn oll yn cyfrannu at iechyd meddwl
