Online Seminar Series - Improving mental health and wellbeing in underserved populations through collaborative research
We are pleased to announce the Autumn 2022 schedule for the NIHR Three Research School's Mental Health Programme's online seminar series on improving mental health and wellbeing in underserved populations through collaborative research. The focus of all the seminars will be on approaches, processes and impact of involving underserved groups, with the aim of discussing transferable and overarching lessons that will not only exemplify the value of this interdisciplinary, collaborative programme but also expand our own expertise in this area.
- 18 October - The challenges of accessing and working with marginalised, vulnerable young people: Rhiannon Barker, LSHTM, SPHR The video of this seminar will be available to view shortly via the SPCR website
- 23 November, 14.00-15.00 - Exploring the impact of patient, public and community engagement and involvement in the design and development of the evaluation of the Recovery Navigator programme in the north east and north Cumbria: Emma Holland, Research Associate, Newcastle University, SPCR & Fiona Tasker, patient and Expert by Experience
- 12 December time tbc - How public involvement led the project to focus on the mental health needs of carers: Clarissa Giebel, Senior Research Fellow, University of Liverpool, SPHR
For more details and to register, please contact Krysia Canvin: k.canvin@keele.ac.uk
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New study to investigate the impact of domestic abuse on healthcare professionals
Researchers at the University of Bristol are gathering information for the SPCR-funded PRESSURE Study (PRimary and community care Staff as SURvivors of domestic violence and abusE) and would like to hear from healthcare professionals working in primary and community care who have experienced domestic abuse, and staff who support affected colleagues.
Their research indicates that health professionals experience domestic abuse at a disproportionately high rate, and they will share key findings with stakeholders and make recommendations about staff policies and support options for healthcare staff.
The survey is for primary or community healthcare professionals who have experienced abusive, controlling, or violent behaviour from a partner, ex-partner, or family member, AND professionals who might support such a healthcare professional (e.g. working in HR, occupational health, or as a line manager).The survey asks about experiences and support options. Completion takes 20-40 mins depending on the level of detail you give, and you can save progress and return later.
For any queries, please contact: alison.gregory@bristol.ac.uk or sandi.dheensa@bristol.ac.uk
We appreciate that questions about domestic abuse can be incredibly difficult to read and to answer. If you have experienced domestic abuse, YOU ARE NOT ALONE, and there are people ready to listen and help. Details of support options are included in the survey,including the National Domestic Abuse Helpline (for women), which you can contact on 0808 2000 247 anytime, Galo (support for LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse or violence) 0800 999 5428 (Mon-Fri 10am - 5pm, and open til 8pm Wed and Thurs), and Respect Men’s Advice Line (0808 8010327 - Mon–Fri 10am-8pm).
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Congratulations to Dr Ben Bowers, who has been awarded a Wellcome Post-Doctoral Fellowship to research pressing and sensitive issues in the last days of life symptom control. Ben is a clinical academic, having previously held a SPCR studentship, and a practicing Community Palliative Care Nurse. In addition to these roles, he is a Community Nursing Research Consultant at the Queen’s Nursing Institute and a Jesus College Post-Doctoral Associate from October 2022.
You can read more about Ben's achievements on the Primary Care Unit - University of Cambridge website.
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NIHR Your Path in Research Campaign -
Add Research to Your Career
The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) is launching this year's 'Your Path in Research' Campaign Monday 31 October which aims to encourage and support social care and public health practitioners to get involved in research. The two-week campaign will share inspirational researchers’ stories highlighting their career journeys and opportunities to get involved in research. NIHR funds career and development awards and provides career support and advice for those new to research. Find out more on the NIHR website.
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Philip Evans, academic GP and the NIHR Clinical Research Network Specialty Cluster Lead for Dermatology, Mental Health, Primary Care, Public Health and Social Care, writes for Pulse: Breaking barriers for research in primary care
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Details of publications and dissemination work, related to SPCR funded research, can be shared with the School by emailing Christina Farrall: c.farrall@keele.ac.uk
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