Mental health news - 1 Nov 2024

Record Treatment Numbers

NHS mental health services in England treated a record 3.8 million people last year, marking a significant increase from pre-pandemic levels[2].

Crisis Support via NHS 111

The NHS has introduced crisis mental health support through the 111 service, providing 24/7 access to assistance[2].

Perinatal Mental Health Support

Over 57,000 new and expectant mothers received mental health support in the past year, a one-third increase from 2022[2].

New ADHD Taskforce

NHS England is launching a cross-sector ADHD taskforce to improve care and address challenges faced by individuals with ADHD[2].

Sources

[1] Mental health policy and services in England - Commons Library https://commonslibrary.parliam...

[2] mental health news - NHS England https://www.england.nhs.uk/new...

[3] [PDF] Transforming Children and Young People's Mental Health Provision https://assets.publishing.serv...

[4] [PDF] Independent Investigation of the National Health Service in England https://assets.publishing.serv...