NewsMental Health Campaigners Protest Against Alleged "Schizophrenia Epidemic"A letter of protest, signed by several service users, professionals and activists, against The Guardian article alleging a schizophrenia "epidemic" among British African-Caribbean community has been published by the newspaper. Dancing to Our Own TunesDancing to Our Own Tunes is a new report that reassesses BME mental health service user involvement.The report, written by Jayasree Kalathil is based on a national consultation with service users from a range of backgrounds with diverse experiences of participating in user involvement initiatives. The Mental Capacity Act and BME Communities
Freedom from Torture and Persons with DisabilitiesFor the first time, the United Nations clearly states that forced psychiatry is a form of torture, not only when used on political prisoners but also in its everyday practice. Read more: Freedom from Torture and Persons with Disabilities Mental Health in a Multi-Ethnic Society
New Children's Book Published The Sackclothman is a new children's book written by Jayasree Kalathil. The book is part of a series of children's books called "Different Tales" and is published by DC Books and Anveshi. The book tells the story of ten-year-old Anu and the Sackclothman and their growing friendship as they help each other make sense of sadness and strength. |
A new report written by Jayasree Kalathil and Rowan Myron (Mental Health Foundation) looks at how to improve the engagement of BME communities in the implementation of the Mental Capacity Act.
A new updated edition of the book edited by Suman Fernando and Frank Keating looks at current concerns in race, culture and mental health provision.