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Medication and Mental Health – Let’s Change the Narrative
One in eight adults in England receive mental health treatment, with 10.4% of these adults receiving medication as either sole or part of their treatment. (McManus S et al., 2014) Despite this, there is still stigma attached to the use…
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Beating the January Blues
January Blues [noun] Feeling low or down in January with a lack of motivation, usually due to cold weather and dark mornings. The January Blues are a common occurrence every year, after the excitement and busyness of the festive season…
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The impact of social media on mental health
Social media has gained incredible popularity in recent years. From the humble beginnings of Bebo, MSN Messenger and Myspace, to the viral trends on TikTok and Instagram, social media platforms have now become much more interactive and creative. As of…
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Top 7 social work podcasts | Learning, laughing and connecting on the go!
Podcasts are a great way to learn and keep up to date with industry news and events. They are easy to consume and super convenient for busy schedules – you can listen to a podcast in the car on the…
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People at the Heart of Care White Paper Response
In December 2021, the Government released their Adult Social Care Reform White Paper, “People at the Heart of Care”. The white paper outlines the Government’s vision for adult social care over the next 10 years, and also details the funding…
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Northern Healthcare Careers in Adult Health & Social Care
Careers in health and social care are extremely rewarding and varied. There are patient, resident or client-facing roles. At Northern Healthcare these include Support Workers, Team Leaders, Occupational Therapists and Mental Health Nurses. There are also valuable behind the scenes…
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7 Tips to Look After Your Mental Health in the Workplace
Work can be challenging and stressful at times, and so it is important to look after your mental health. This not only ensures that you are happy and healthy, but in addition, taking care of your own mental health needs…
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The 6 Cs in Health and Social Care
All Health and Social Care workers must demonstrate the 6 Cs in Health and Social Care. They are the foundations for providing the highest quality care possible to patients, residents, and clients. This article will focus on providing care to…
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Northern Healthcare Welcome New Clinical Development Director
Please join us in welcoming our new Clinical Development Director, Dawn Fearn, to the Northern Healthcare team! Dawn brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role and is excited to get stuck in with lots of new ideas…
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Social Work Values | World Values Day 2021
Thursday 21st October is World Values Day. World Values Day recognises and celebrates the importance of values. This year, the theme is “Reconnecting”. The past 18 months have been a time of uncertainty and we have all had our daily…
