Involving people from all communities in mental health research
We need to involve people from all communities in mental health research. It’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek and the theme this year is COMMUNITY.
In the past, mental health researchers have struggled to reach the people who really need help. Children and young people, people from ethnic minorities and those with preexisting physical health problems have often been excluded from research. We need to address these inequalities and involve a more diverse population in our research.
Watch our new Mental Health Research Initiative video to find out how this is happening across the country.
00:00 Introduction: Addressing Inequalities in Mental Health Research
00:19 The Importance of Inclusive Research
00:40 Challenges in Mental Health Services
00:55 The Mental Health Research Initiative (MHRI)
01:24 Building Trust with Communities
01:54 Overcoming Barriers in Research
02:54 Practical Solutions for Inclusivity
03:03 NIHR’s Commitment to Mental Health Research
Thanks to Catherine Carr, Vyv Huddy, Sophie Parker, Ruth Plackett and Cathy Creswell for sharing their thoughts so generously.
The NIHR is dedicated to funding high quality mental health research, relevant to the needs of underserved populations.
Take a look at the NIHR research funding opportunities page to find out more https://www.nihr.ac.uk/mental-health