Mental health

  1. Allied Health Professions: disclosure guidance - equality impact assessment

    Results of the equality impact assessment conducted for the Allied Health Professions disclosure guidance.

  2. Allied Health Professions: disclosure guidance

    Guidance for anyone supporting individuals with criminal convictions and mental health conditions/learning disabilities into work, volunteering or education by providing the necessary knowledge, resources and guidance on the disclosure process.

  3. Taking action on dementia.

    New plan to improve quality of life.

  4. New dementia strategy for Scotland: Everyone's Story

    The new Dementia Strategy for Scotland is a 10-year vision for change. This strategy was developed in collaboration with people with lived experience and our wider partners. It is the culmination of eight months of engagement with people across Scotland, focussed on how we improve delivery

  5. New dementia strategy for Scotland: summary

    This summary of our New Dementia Strategy for Scotland (a 10-year vision for change) sets out the difference we want to make, prioritising how we improve delivery and impact, with a focus on enhancing community supports.

  6. Coming Home implementation report: equality impact assessment

    Record of the Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) carried out in relation to the policy development of the Coming Home Implementation Report recommendations for people with learning disabilities and complex care needs.

  7. Coming Home implementation: memorandum of understanding

    Memorandum of Understanding between the Scottish Government and COSLA in relation to the Coming Home Implementation Dynamic Support Registers for people with learning disabilities and complex care needs.

  8. Suicide prevention strategy and action plan: consultation analysis

    Analysis of responses during consultation period of the development of Creating Hope Together: Scotland's suicide prevention strategy and action plan.

  9. £15 million mental health funding

    Community support for third year of fund to help more projects.

  10. Equality, opportunity, community: New leadership - A fresh start

    This publication sets out the First Minister’s vision for Scotland and the outcomes he and his government aim to achieve by 2026.

  11. National Review of Eating Disorder Services Implementation Group: final report

    Final report of the National Review of Eating Disorder Services Implementation Group. The Group was established to develop the early approach for taking forward the recommendations from the National Review of Eating Disorder Services.

  12. Scottish Health Survey (2024 onwards): content review

    We ran this questionnaire review in order to seek users' views on the content of the Scottish Health Survey (SHeS) from 2024 onwards.

  13. National Islands Plan Annual Report 2022

    The Islands (Scotland) Act 2018 requires that a report is presented to Parliament each year setting out the progress made towards delivery of the National Islands Plan. This report sets out progress made during the 2022 reporting year.

  14. NAIT Adult Neurodevelopmental Pathways report

    In 2021, there was a recognised need to improve experiences and outcomes for autistic adults, adults with ADHD and those with co-occurring neurodevelopmental conditions in Scotland. This report details innovative and new ways of working towards these goals, including future recommendations.

  15. Time Space Compassion - supporting people experiencing suicidal crisis: introductory guide

    Introductory guide to the Time Space Compassion principles and approach - a relationship and person centred approach to improving suicidal crisis. It has been developed for use by people and services who regularly come into contact and support people experiencing suicidal crisis.

  16. Time Space Compassion - supporting people experiencing suicidal crisis: stories in practice - volume 1

    This is a collection of practice stories, illustrating the principles and supporting practices of Time Space Compassion - a relationship and person centred approach to improving suicidal crisis support.

  17. Voice of the Infant: best practice guidelines and infant pledge

    Co-produced by a short-life working group, on behalf of the Infant Mental Health Implementation and Advisory Group, which is part of the Scottish Government’s Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Programme Board.

  18. The Carer's Assistance (Carer Support Payment) (Scotland) Draft Regulations 2023

    Where Scottish Ministers propose to make regulations under the Social Security (Scotland) Act 2018, they must make proposals publicly available. This page contains draft Carer Support Payment (Scotland) 2023 regulations which were sent to the Scottish Commission on Social Security on 3 March 2023.

  19. Scottish local government finance - Green Book: 2023-2024

    Scottish Local Government Finance Settlement 2023-24: Funding Allocation Formula.

  20. Dementia strategy - national conversation: what people told us

    High-level summary of the collective written and oral evidence we received on our national conversation to information a new dementia strategy. It outlines the range of responses received, as well as the evidence-based rigour we brought to this analysis through using thematic analysis techniques.

  21. Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund - year 1: projects awarded 2021 to 2022

    List of projects awarded in 2021 to 2022, for the Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund.

  22. Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodiversity Bill: scoping work analysis 2022 - easy read

    Easy read version of a report summarising the findings of the Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodiversity Bill pre-consultation exercise.

  23. Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodiversity Bill: scoping analysis 2022

    This report summarises the findings of the Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodiversity Bill pre-consultation exercise. It is an analysis of 30 workshops carried by Scottish Government and its partners with people with learning disabilities and autistic people.

  24. Choosing a care home on discharge from hospital: guidance

    Refreshed guidance for health boards, local authorities and Integration Authorities on supporting patients and families through the process of choosing a care home on discharge from hospital.

  25. Health and social care: data strategy

    Scotland’s first data strategy for health and social care, setting out how we will work together in transforming the way that people access their own data to improve health and wellbeing; and how care is delivered through improvements to our systems.

  26. Health and social care: data strategy - executive summary

    Executive summary of the data strategy for health and social care.

  27. Mental health and wellbeing strategy: consultation analysis - executive summary

    In spring 2023, we will publish a new Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy which will be informed by the public consultation analysis. The consultation results have been independently analysed to produce a full report, supplementary report, and executive summary.

  28. More funding to help parents and infants at risk

    Supporting perinatal and infant mental health.

  29. Perinatal and infant mental health services: update

    Outlines the development of services in perinatal and infant mental health across each health board in Scotland as of August 2022. It covers mother and baby units, community perinatal mental health, maternity/neonatal psychological interventions and infant mental health.

  30. Independent Oversight and Assurance Group on Tayside's Mental Health Services

    Final Report from the Independent Oversight and Assurance Group on Tayside's Mental Health Services.

  31. Mental health festive support

    Help for those who may need it.

  32. Coronavirus Act 2020: Named Person - witnessing of signatures

    Guidance on the implementation of temporary emergency powers which temporarily removes the requirement for a nominated person to have their signature witnessed by a prescribed person.

  33. National carers strategy

    Unpaid care is vital to how social care is provided in Scotland, and the value of the dedication and expertise of carers cannot be overstated. This strategy sets out a range of actions to ensure they are supported fully in a joined up and cohesive way.

  34. National carers strategy: executive summary

    Unpaid care is vital to how social care is provided in Scotland, and the value of the dedication and expertise of carers cannot be overstated. This strategy sets out a range of actions to ensure they are supported fully in a joined up and cohesive way.

  35. Rare disease action plan

    Scotland’s first action plan for rare disease sets out the actions that we, our NHS, partners and stakeholders will take to improve the lives of people in living with a rare disease. The plan supports the shared priorities of the 2021 UK Rare Diseases Framework.

  36. Adult secondary mental health services - quality standards: consultation

    We want to hear your views on the draft quality standards for adult secondary mental health services. We have asked a series of questions, and your answers to these will help us write the final standards and develop how we measure if these standards are being met.

  37. Delivery of psychological therapies and interventions - national specification: consultation - easy read

    We want to hear your views on their new outcomes for psychological therapies and interventions. We have asked a series of questions, and your answers to these will help us write the final outcomes.

  38. Adult secondary mental health services - quality standards: consultation - easy read

    We want to hear your views on their new standards for adult secondary mental health services. We have asked a series of questions, and your answers to these will help us write the final standards.

  39. Delivery of psychological therapies and interventions: national specification

    We want to hear your views on the draft specification for psychological therapies and interventions. We have asked a series of questions, and your answers to these will help us refine the final specification and develop how we will measure if the specification is being met.

  40. Inpatient census 2022: hospital based complex clinical care and long stay

    Results from the Hospital Based Complex Clinical Care (HBCCC) and Long Stay Census, carried out in April 2022. The data was collected as part of the Inpatient Census.

  41. Inpatient census 2022: parts one and two

    Results of the sixth Mental Health & Learning Disability Inpatient Census and Out of Scotland NHS Placements Census, 2022.

  42. Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodiversity Bill - Lived Experience Advisory Panel: recruitment information

    We are looking to recruit neurodivergent people to take part in a panel that will help us design an inclusive consultation for a new proposed bill.

  43. Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodiversity Bill - Lived Experience Advisory Panel: recruitment information - easy read

    We are looking to recruit neurodivergent people to take part in a panel that will help us design an inclusive consultation for a new proposed bill.

  44. Substance use and mental health concerns - The Way Ahead: rapid review recommendations

    A set of independent recommendations to the Scottish Government on how to improve care for people with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions. It forms part of a wider rapid review of co-occurring substance use and mental health concerns in Scotland.

  45. Drug and alcohol services - co-occurring substance use and mental health concerns: literature and evidence review

    Review of the existing evidence on co-occurring substance use and mental health concerns and the integration of mental health and substance use services relevant to a Scottish context. It forms part of a wider rapid review of co-occurring substance use and mental health concerns in Scotland.

  46. Drug and alcohol services - co-occurring substance use and mental health concerns: survey

    This report presents the results of a survey of individuals working within services that provide support to people who use drugs or alcohol. It forms part of a wider rapid review of co-occurring substance use and mental health concerns in Scotland.

  47. Alcohol and Drug Partnerships (ADP) 2021/22 annual returns: summary report

    Summary of responses to the Scottish Alcohol and Drug Partnership (ADP) annual survey. Its main aim is to evidence progress of the National Mission by providing information on the activity undertaken by ADPs.

  48. Restricting alcohol advertising and promotion: consultation - easy read

    This consultation seeks views on potential restrictions to alcohol advertising and promotion in Scotland.

  49. Restricting alcohol advertising and promotion: consultation

    This consultation seeks views on potential restrictions to alcohol advertising and promotion in Scotland.

  50. Care in the Digital Age: delivery plan 2022 to 2023

    The national delivery plan describes activities supporting Health Boards, HSCPs, local authorities, primary care, social care, social work, and care providers to offer new or improved services, whether through improved systems and infrastructure, or access to digital services.

  51. Scottish Health Survey 2021 published

    Scotland’s Chief Statistician released The Scottish Health Survey 2021 today. This publication provides information on the health of adults and children in Scotland.

  52. The Scottish Health Survey 2021: summary report

    Key findings from the Scottish Health Survey 2021 report.

  53. The Scottish Health Survey 2021 - volume 2: technical report

    This publication pesents information on the methodology and fieldwork from the Scottish Health Survey 2021.

  54. The Scottish Health Survey 2021 - volume 1: main report

    Presents results for the Scottish Health Survey 2021, providing information on the health and factors relating to health of people living in Scotland.

  55. Scottish Carer's Assistance: consultation analysis

    Independent analysis of responses to the Scottish Carer's Assistance consultation, a new Scottish benefit which will replace Carer’s Allowance, and be delivered by Social Security Scotland. The consultation was undertaken between 28 February 2022 and 23 May 2022.

  56. Access to counsellors in secondary schools and children and young people’s community mental health services – summary reports

    An analysis of information provided by local authorities on the school counselling service and community mental health supports in their area.

  57. Infant mental health: evidence review

    This report covers the key findings of a rapid literature review of UK research on infant mental health, in addition to interviews with members of infant mental health clinical teams in NHS Fife and NHS Lanarkshire.

  58. New custodial unit for women

    Glasgow centre is aimed at transforming support for women in custody.

  59. A new story for Dementia

    Voices of people with dementia, their families and carers to shape new strategy.

  60. Creating Hope Together: suicide prevention strategy 2022 to 2032

    Scotland's Suicide Prevention Strategy covering the period from 2022 to 2032.

  61. Creating Hope Together: suicide prevention action plan 2022 to 2025

    Scotland's Suicide Prevention Action Plan covering the period from 2022 to 2025.

  62. Suicide Prevention Strategy – ‘Creating Hope Together’

    New approach to reducing suicide in Scotland.

  63. Extra support for mental health at work

    Employers given tools to understand and improve mental health of workers.

  64. Mental health workers: quarterly performance reports

    Quarterly performance updates for action 15 of the Mental Health Strategy which confirms the number of (Whole Time Equivalent) mental health workers in post.

  65. Sexual Assault Response Coordination Service (SARCS): information

    This leaflet provides information on how to Self-refer to a Sexual Assault Response Coordination Service (SARCS). It provides information on accessing healthcare through NHS Scotland for anyone who has been raped or sexually assaulted.

  66. Victims will benefit from key support

    £48m funding underlines government commitment.

  67. Strokes: progressive stroke pathway

    The progressive stroke pathway, produced by the National Advisory Committee for Stroke (NACS), sets out a vision of what progressive stroke care in Scotland should comprise.

  68. Additional funding for Community mental health

    £6 million to meet demand for mental health projects.  

  69. New vision for justice

    Victims placed at the heart of ensuring just, safe, and resilient communities.

  70. Help for people living with dementia

    Extra £1 million will help people shape the services they need.

  71. Looking after social work and social care staff

    New £1 million fund for workforce wellbeing.

  72. Increasing mental health support in GP practices

    Funding to reach £40 million a year.

  73. Mental health over the festive season

    Support available for those who may be struggling.

  74. Record £18 billion for health and social care

    Budget focus on pandemic recovery.

  75. £15 million to help improve mental wellbeing

    New Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund launched.

  76. Improving response for people at risk of suicide

    Group to drive forward approach.

  77. Caring for those who care for us

    Wellbeing support for staff in health and social care.

  78. Recognising the impact of trauma

    Funding for services to help support those affected

  79. Education recovery

    Setting out the way forward.

  80. Tackling mental health stigma and discrimination

    See Me awarded continued funding.

  81. Funding for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services

    Support for children and young people with mental health issues, and those with neurodevelopmental support needs.

  82. Children and young people - national neurodevelopmental specification: principles and standards of care

    Seven standards for services to support children and young people who have neurodevelopmental profiles with support needs and require more support than currently available.

  83. Funding to enhance football mental wellbeing programme

    Changing Room – Extra Time launched.

  84. NHS Recovery Plan

    More than £1 billion to improve care and tackle backlog.

  85. Women's Health Plan

    Tackling inequalities and improving health.

  86. Prehabilitation for cancer patients

    £270,000 pilot scheme gives pre-treatment support.

  87. Additional funding to help people with eating disorders

    £5 million to help respond to increased cases.

  88. Scoping review of intensive psychiatric inpatient care provision for young people in Scotland: report

    Report on a scoping review of intensive psychiatric inpatient care provision for young people in Scotland.

  89. Dementia - health and social services staff: framework - Promoting Excellence 2021

    Promoting Excellence 2021 is a framework for all health and social services staff working with people with dementia, their families and carers.

  90. Coronavirus (COVID-19) dementia action plan: equality impact assessment - summary

    This equality impact assessment summary focuses on our national action plan to continue to support recovery for people with dementia and their carers. The document summarises evidence around equalities categories and outlines a number of actions required to ensure equitable access to the plan.

  91. Coronavirus (COVID-19) dementia action plan: equality impact assessment

    This equality impact assessment (EQIA) considers evidence around equalities categories and outlines a number of actions required to ensure equitable access to the policies in our national action plan to continue to support recovery for people with dementia and their carers.

  92. Eating disorder services review: summary recommendations

    Report and recommendations from the National Review of Eating Disorder Services.

  93. Improving support for people with an eating disorder

    National review of services published.

  94. Welfare Advice and Health Partnerships

    Over £3 million for money advice services in GP surgeries.

  95. Mental health support for hospitalised COVID-19 patients

    Funding to establish network of clinicians.

  96. Perinatal mental health - peer support: action plan – 2020 to 2023

    The Peer Support in Perinatal Mental Health Action Plan is a follow up to Review of the evidence for Peer Support in Perinatal Mental Health Report which was published in October 2020.

  97. More mental health workers recruited

    Improving access to dedicated professionals.

  98. Mental health strategy: third annual progress report

    Our third progress report on the mental health strategy 2017 to 2027.

  99. Independent Forensic Mental Health Review: final report

    This final report sets out the Review's recommendations for change. A summary and easy read version are also available.

  100. Coronavirus (COVID-19): mental health tracker study - wave 2 report

    Wave 2 findings (data collected from 17 July and 17 August 2020) indicate increased rates of suicidal thoughts, no significant changes in rates of depression or anxiety, and an improvement in most other indicators of mental health and wellbeing, compared to Wave 1 (data from 28 May to 21 June 2020)

  101. Community mental health and wellbeing supports and services: framework

    This framework sets out a clear broad approach for the support that children and young people should be able to access for their mental health and emotional wellbeing within their community.

  102. Suicide prevention action plan 2018 - 2020: review

    A review of progress made on Every Life Matters, Scotland’s Suicide Prevention Action Plan (SPAP) 2018 – 2021, over the period September 2018 to October 2020.

  103. Coronavirus (COVID-19) - dementia and COVID-19: national action plan - easy read

    This Plan, written in partnership with COSLA and key stakeholders, explains how the Scottish Government is working with others to support people with dementia and their families to get the right care, treatment and support at the right time as we come through and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

  104. Coronavirus (COVID-19) - dementia and COVID-19: national action plan - easy read

    This Plan, written in partnership with COSLA and key stakeholders, explains how the Scottish Government is working with others to support people with dementia and their families to get the right care, treatment and support at the right time as we come through and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

  105. Mental health transition and recovery plan: CRWIA Stage 1

    Children's Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment (CRWIA) stage 1 screening document for Children and Young People's Mental Health policy, confirming the need for a full assessment to take place in response to the recently published mental health transition and recovery plan.

  106. Enhanced support for people in emotional distress

    Local services continue to expand.

  107. Over £16 billion investment in health

    Funding for NHS, mental health and drug services.

  108. Mental health support for health and social care staff

    Frontline workers to get specialist help.

  109. Strengthening support for people with dementia and their carers

    New dementia recovery plan published.

  110. Coronavirus (COVID-19) - dementia and COVID-19: action plan

    This national action plan plan sets out how we will build on our national response to the coronavirus pandemic since March 2020 and how we will continue and expand that response in 2021 to continue to support recovery for people with dementia and their carers.

  111. Coronavirus (COVID-19) - dementia and COVID-19: action plan

    This national action plan plan sets out how we will build on our national response to the coronavirus pandemic since March 2020 and how we will continue and expand that response in 2021 to continue to support recovery for people with dementia and their carers.

  112. Mental health support for veterans

    More funding for services.

  113. Coronavirus Act 2020 - impact on mental health legislation: update

    An update from the Mental Health Directorate on the Coronavirus Act 2020 as it relates to Scottish mental health legislation.

  114. More mental health support for students

    Extra £1.32 million to improve wellbeing.

  115. Children and young people’s mental health

    £15 million to help with impact of pandemic.

  116. Peer support in perinatal mental health: evidence review

    This internship project report reviews the evidence base for peer support in perinatal mental health, considering evidence of effectiveness, models of support currently in place and potential ways of further developing peer support in Scotland.

  117. Supporting Scotland’s mental health recovery

    Addressing the psychological impact of the pandemic.

  118. Coronavirus (COVID-19): mental health - transition and recovery plan - summary

    This summary document highlights our key commitments to respond to the mental health impacts of COVID-19 as set out in the full plan.

  119. Coronavirus (COVID-19): mental health - transition and recovery plan

    This plan outlines our response to the mental health impacts of COVID-19. It addresses the challenges that the pandemic has had, and will continue to have, on the population’s mental health.

  120. Supporting and celebrating different minds

    £250,000 funding to help people with autism.

  121. Mental health support for COVID-19 patients

    National network to ensure long-term recovery.

  122. Coronavirus (COVID-19): mental health needs of hospitalised patients - report

    Dr Nadine Cossette, liaison psychiatrist, Royal Infirmary Edinburgh, was commissioned to examine mental health needs of patients hospitalised due to COVID-19. Her report contains analysis of need and recommendations for action to support recovery.

  123. Support for self-isolating students

    Minister says physical and mental wellbeing the priority

  124. Suicide prevention leadership group: second annual report

    The second annual report of the National Suicide Prevention Leadership Group (NSPLG).

  125. Scottish Health Survey 2019 published

    Scotland’s Chief Statistician today released the Scottish Health Survey 2019, providing information on the health, and factors relating to health, of adults and children in Scotland.

  126. Strengthening support for school staff

    Package will include help with mental health.

  127. Independent Forensic Mental Health Review: interim report

    This interim report describes the evidence gathered during the review’s consultation phase. A summary and easy read version are also available.

  128. More mental health support for health and social care staff

    New helpline will provide round the clock service.

  129. Supporting adult survivors of in care childhood abuse

    Additional funding to extend services.

  130. Admission to adult mental health wards for under 18's - adaptation for Scotland: guidance

    Best practice guidance to aid implementation of s23 of the Mental Health (Care & Treatment)( Scotland) Act 2003 which places a duty on health boards to provide sufficient services and accommodation to meet the needs of young people under 18 when they are admitted to hospital for treatment of a mental disorder.

  131. Supporting mental health and wellbeing

    Community projects given £8 million to help combat isolation.

  132. Coronavirus (COVID-19): use of clinical frailty scale - letter from Principal Medical Officer

    Letter from the Prinicipal Medical Officer Dr Mitchell to NHS Boards, to ensure clarity in relation to the use of the Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS) and the use of Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (DNACPR) with younger patients, those with a stable long term physical need, learning disability or autism.

  133. Unique support for health and social care

    New resources for staff, carers, volunteers and their families. 

  134. Coronavirus (COVID-19): principles for mental health services - letter from Minister for Mental Health

    Letter from Clare Haughey MSP, Minister for Mental Health, to health boards and local authorities including a set of principles, building on existing Mental Health Act principles, designed to support active local decision making and promote consistency during COVID-19 mobilisation.

  135. Supporting mental health

    Further investment to help children and families during pandemic.

  136. Support for autistic people

    Funding boost for specialist organisations to deal with coronavirus pressures.

  137. Support for perinatal mental health

    Funding for charities to help families.

  138. New mental health support

    Helping people cope during COVID-19.

  139. Scotland's Mental Health First Aid – Young People – Year 3 report

    Scotland’s Mental Health First Aid – Young People – Year 3 report

  140. Mental health first aid for young people: year 2 report

    Information about mental health first aid for young people.

  141. Scotland's Mental Health First Aid – Young People – Year 1 report

    Scotland’s Mental Health First Aid – Young People – Year 1 report

  142. Review of eating disorder services

    Recommendations expected in Spring 2021.

  143. Mobile screen exposure can lead to poor sleep

    Report highlights impact on young people’s mental health.

  144. Scottish Budget 2020-21

    Tackling the climate emergency and protecting public services.

  145. Improving mental health services for young people

    Plan to ensure consistent high standards.

  146. Support for mental health services at NHS Tayside

    Range of actions implemented ahead of independent inquiry report.

  147. Factors affecting children’s mental health and wellbeing: findings

    Results from the 2015- 2017 Realigning Children's Services Wellbeing Surveys into factors effecting mental health and wellbeing amongst children and young people in Scotland.

  148. Support for mental health at Christmas

    Reducing stress and anxiety.

  149. Mental Health First Aid: data protection impact assessment

    A data protection impact assessment for the internal staff Mental Health First Aid procedure.

  150. Mental Health Strategy annual forum: ministers speech

    The Minister for Mental Health Clare Haughey addresses the Mental Health Strategy annual forum on 27 November 2019.

  151. Improving perinatal mental health

    Charities to support more women and families.

  152. Mental health in schools

    Dedicated counselling service for pupils.

  153. Mental health strategy 2017-2027: second progress report

    Our second progress report on the Mental Health Strategy 2017-2027.

  154. More mental health support for students

    Funding to appoint counsellors in colleges and universities.

  155. Developing the mental health research landscape in Scotland: working paper

    Working paper setting out our ambitions for improving the quality and quantity of mental health clinical research in Scotland.

  156. New President of Mental Health Tribunal

    Laura Dunlop QC appointed.

  157. Inpatient Census 2019: parts one and two

    Results of the fifth Mental Health & Learning Disability Inpatient Census and Out of Scotland NHS Placements Census, 2019.

  158. Suicide prevention leadership group: annual report 2019

    The first annual report of the National Suicide Prevention Leadership Group.

  159. Scottish Health Survey 2018 published

    Scotland’s Chief Statistician today released The Scottish Health Survey 2018, providing information on the health, and factors relating to health, of adults and children in Scotland.

  160. New group to help prevent suicide

    Lived experience panel announced.

  161. Mental health support for new mums

    Rollout of £1 million for counselling and befriending.

  162. Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Programme Board: delivery plan 2019-2020

    Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Programme Board delivery plan for 2019 to 2020.

  163. Identifying and responding to trauma

    Training for frontline service staff.

  164. Children and Young People's Mental Health Task Force: recommendations

    Recommendations from Children and Young People’s Mental Health Task Force to Scottish Government and COSLA.

  165. Support for emergency responders

    Wellbeing and resilience programme extended to emergency services.

  166. Improvements to psychosis services

    New proposals for the early treatment of psychosis.

  167. Supporting young mums

    New report highlights the success of the Family Nurse Partnership.

  168. New social media advice for young people

    Scottish Government funds innovative project on screen time.

  169. Suicide prevention training launched

    Football clubs to receive training for players and staff.

  170. Mental health pilot project extended

    Distress Brief Intervention programme available to 16 and 17-year-olds.

  171. Addressing body image

    Group to examine impact on mental health.

  172. Investment in social media support

    New steps to support young people’s mental health.

  173. Increasing support for those with autism

    Improving awareness and diagnosis.

  174. Review of the Mental Health Act

    Future direction of mental health and incapacity legislation.  

  175. Keys to life: implementation framework and priorities 2019-2021 - easy read version

    New framework to implement the 'Keys to life' learning disability strategy.

  176. Improving mental health services

    Delivery of forensic mental health services to be reviewed.

  177. Mental health care for new mums

    Funding to improve standards.

  178. Increase in mental health workforce

    Progress towards 800 additional workers in key settings.

  179. Mental health: PfG delivery plan

    Sets out the approach to the mental health commitments in the Programme for Government.

  180. Helping disabled people into employment

    Social Security Scotland will learn from Scotland-India partnership

  181. Mental health strategy 2017-2027: first progress report

    Our first progress report on the Mental Health Strategy 2017 to 2027.

  182. Children and Young People's Mental Health Task Force: preliminary view and recommendations from the Chair

    This preliminary, exploratory phase has formed Dame Denise Coia's initial recommendations and will inform setting up the Task Force structure needed to take forward the work of making real improvement.

  183. Suicide prevention action plan: every life matters

    The new action plan has been designed to continue the work from the 2013-2016 suicide prevention strategy and the strong downward trend in suicide rates in Scotland.

  184. National dementia strategy: 2017-2020

    Our new strategy builds on progress over the last decade in transforming services and improving outcomes for people affected by dementia.

  185. Mental Health Strategy 2017-2027

    The Scottish Government's approach to mental health from 2017 to 2027 – a 10 year vision.

  186. The Scottish Strategy for Autism

    Scottish Strategy for Autism to ensure that progress is made across Scotland in delivering quality services for people with autism and their families.

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