We've launched this year's Choose Psychiatry campaign with an exciting new video in which doctors share their own reasons for choosing psychiatry.

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Core trainees – see our information about taking a break, support and returning to training.

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A new College report shows how Government reform of immigration must take into account the mental health of those seeking sanctuary.

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This week we are celebrating the specialty and specialist doctor (SAS) workforce as a much-valued part of Psychiatry. Find out more from our SAS committee members.

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This week is OCD Awareness Week. To better understand Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and support those affected, we offer specialist resources written by leading psychiatrists. These materials are available in both digital and printed formats.

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Throughout the month, we mark the contribution of some of our Black psychiatrists to mental health services and use the occasion to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black people to society.

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October is ADHD Awareness Month and to celebrate we have published our 'ADHD in adults' information as printed leaflets – available for pre-order now.

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The NCCMH will be hosting an online Q&A session at 3-4pm on Wednesday 16 October to answer questions about our upcoming QI collaborative.

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Resources are available for psychiatrists who may be able to help others affected by the unfolding crises around the world.

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Ruby Wax and Jo Brand join forces with Stephen Fry and Alastair Campbell to back award-winning mental health campaign 
#ChoosePsychiatry
Ruby Wax and Jo Brand join forces with Stephen Fry and Alastair Campbell to back award-winning mental health campaign #ChoosePsychiatry

We've launched a new campaign to encourage medical students and newly qualified doctors to #ChoosePsychiatry and help people with severe mental illness live a fulfilling life.

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15Oct by RCPsych Press Office
Government has a unique opportunity to create a humane environment for those seeking asylum
Government has a unique opportunity to create a humane environment for those seeking asylum

Our new College Report highlights how the Government has the opportunity to reform the immigration system while ensuring the mental health of those seeking sanctuary in the UK is protected.

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14Oct by RCPsych Press Office
87,000 people with a severe mental illness have died from preventable physical health conditions in three years
87,000 people with a severe mental illness have died from preventable physical health conditions in three years

For World Mental Health Day, the Royal College of Psychiatrists is calling on the Government to take urgent action to close the mortality gap between people with severe mental illness (SMI) and the rest of the population.

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10Oct by RCPsych Press Office

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Mental illnesses and mental health problems

Read our award-winning information about mental illnesses and mental health problems.

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Support, care and treatment 

Information about treatments for a range of mental health conditions.

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Young people's mental health

Information written for young people and parents, about young people's mental health concerns.

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