Case for Research
We believe mental health research is important. We believe that better quality research, and more research, is needed to answer questions that are important to people affected by mental health problems, their families and friends, and the people working to support them across the health and social care sector and beyond. Mental ill-health impacts on all aspects of peoples’ lives. We need mental health research because it saves lives and benefits the whole of our society by generating social and economic benefits that contribute to thriving communities built upon resilience, reduced levels of mental ill-health and less stigma and discrimination. Research provides hope that future generations living with mental health problems will be supported and treated differently, to enjoy better health and longer, more fulfilling lives. We need new solutions and approaches to prevent, treat, support and care ensuring our society is managing wellbeing, promoting mental health and treating mental ill-health using up to date knowledge of best practice. Mental health research is important because:
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