Merry Christmas and thank you for supporting us throughout the year! #Research #MentalHealth #MerryChristmas

📅 Day 12 🎉 Happy holidays from the LYPFT Research team! Thanks for walking with us this year. Here’s to more questions, more care, and more co-production in 2026. 🔗 www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/ #SeasonOfResearch #MentalHealthResearch #ResearchAdventCalendar

📅 Day 11 Live in Leeds or York? You might be eligible to take part in a study 📍 🔗 www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/lat... #ResearchNearYou #GetInvolved #ResearchAdventCalendar

📚 Curious about our research? Check out Leeds & York Partnership NHS Trust’s publications spreadsheet — packed with studies, abstracts, and links to full articles. Explore here: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo... #LYPFT #Research #Publications

📅 Day 10 Digital tools, AI, and innovation—we’re exploring what works (and what doesn’t) 💻 🔗 nihr.ac.uk #TechWithCare #DigitalMentalHealth #ResearchAdventCalendar

📅 Day 9 Meet the team: researchers, clinicians, support staff, and lived experience advisors 🌟 We’re all in. 🔗 www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo... #ResearchTogether #TeamRD #ResearchAdventCalendar

📅 Day 8 We host an annual Research Forum 🎤 It’s a space for ideas, connection, and challenge. Come along. 🔗 www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo... #LYPFTForum #CommunityOfInquiry #ResearchAdventCalendar

📅 Day 7 Real talk: research changed my life 💬Hear from people who’ve taken part in studies. 🔗 nihr.ac.uk/about-us/who-we-are/reports-and-performance/participant-in-research-experience-survey-2024-25 #ParticipantVoices #ResearchImpact #ResearchAdventCalendar

The 2025 Research Forum is spotlighting *Inclusion* as a core theme. This short video explores how lived experience, diverse perspectives, and community voices are shaping mental health research. 🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/b3j-glvV8p8 Let’s build research that reflects *everyone*.

📅 Day 6 Training, mentoring, support—we’ve got it 🎓If you’re new to research, we’ll walk with you. 🔗 www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/for... #ResearchSupport #GrowWithUs #ResearchAdventCalendar

📅 Day 5 Research helps us ask better questions about autism, learning disability, Dementia and mental health 🧩 We’re always learning. 🔗https://www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/latest/projects/ #NeurodiversityInFocus #LearningTogether #ResearchAdventCalendar

If you would like to know  more about our HEER (PPIE) research group please visit:  🔗 www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/for... We believe this group is an invaluable resource to ensure the perspectives of lay people on research and it's related documents #MentalHealth #ExpertsByExperience

📅 Day 4 “Nothing about us without us.” We mean it. Our advisory groups are open to anyone with lived experience 🗣️ 🔗 lypft.nhs.uk/research/for-service-users-and-carers #InvolvementMatters #CoDesign #ResearchAdventCalendar

🎥 This video highlights how research at LYPFT is making a difference — from innovative projects to the people driving them forward. 💡 Research isn’t just about data, it’s about impact, collaboration, and improving lives. Watch the story unfold ➡️ youtu.be/inyL3ckd5d0 #Research #Innovation

📅 Day 3 Mental health research isn’t just clinical trials. It’s conversations, co-design, and community 🤝 #ResearchIsPeople #InclusiveResearch #ResearchAdventCalendar

📅 Day 2 Curious about what we’re working on? From neurodiversity to trauma-informed care, we’re asking bold questions 🔍 🔗 lypft.nhs.uk/research/current-projects #CurrentProjects #MentalHealthInnovation #ResearchAdventCalendar

📅 Day 1 We’re sharing 12 days of mental health research joy. Stories, facts, and ways to get involved—because research is better when it’s shared 💬 🔗 lypft.nhs.uk/research #MentalHealthResearch #ResearchAdventCalendar

🌱 The MAPLE project at University of Bristol is making clinical trial info leaflets clearer, inclusive, and easier to read — so everyone feels welcome to take part in research. Find guidance and more information here:🔗 maple.bristol.ac.uk #Research #Accessibility #ClinicalTrials #Inclusion

🌍 The KOLABO study is exploring how CBT professionals in the UK and Africa can collaborate to strengthen mental health practice. 📝 UK CBT practitioners are invited to share their views in a short survey. Learn more ➡️ www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/lat... #Research #CBT #KOLABO #MentalHealth

🌟 Congrats to Karen Lloyd, our December 2025 Research Hero! Her passion for the Vision Quest study show how student nurses can drive research forward. 👏 Thank you, Karen, for inspiring colleagues and making a difference. 🔗 www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/lat... #ResearchHero #Nursing

The team are busy spreading the message across the Trust about the department whilst raising money for Leeds Mind! If you're LYPFT staff at St Mary's House or Aire Court come and see us! #Research #MentalHealth

✨ Research is about people, progress, and possibility. The 2025 Research Forum reminded us how collaboration sparks innovation. 🎥 Watch the highlights: youtu.be/C-GKpGgKvUg #Research #Innovation #Collaboration

🚨 NIHR Clinical Future Leaders Fellowship – Apply Now! A 7-year fellowship for senior postdoctoral clinical academics to lead cutting-edge health research. Includes: - Salary + research funding - Leadership training Deadline 03/03/26 🔗 Details & application: www.nihr.ac.uk/funding/clin...

🧬 Join the GLAD Study The GLAD Study is recruiting people aged 16+ to help explore the genetic links to anxiety and depression all you are asked to do is complete an online questionnaire and , if you agree, to send a saliva sample. Sign up at here: gladstudy.org.uk - select LYPFT as your referrer

A recent NIHR #Alert asks ‘What impact does hearing loss have on dementia risk?' You can read more about this alert here: evidence.nihr.ac.uk/alert/what-i...

🧠 Curious about how AI and data are transforming mental health care? This issue explores cutting-edge research, digital tools like Akrivia, and how inclusive practices are shaping the future of care. 📖 Read here: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo...

🧠 Help shape the future of dementia research. Join Dementia Research matches volunteers with studies that need them. Sign up and make a difference today: joindementiaresearch.nihr.ac.uk #JoinDementiaResearch #BePartOfResearch #DementiaAwareness

Thinking about getting involved in mental health research? 🧠✨ Hear from real clinicians at LYPFT about how research has enriched their working lives, changed their careers and helped shape better care. 🔗 Read their stories: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/for... #NHSResearch #MentalHealth

📚 Curious about our research? Check out Leeds & York Partnership NHS Trust’s publications spreadsheet — packed with studies, abstracts, and links to full articles. Explore here: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo... #LYPFT #Research #Publications

The 2025 Research Forum is spotlighting *Inclusion* as a core theme. This short video explores how lived experience, diverse perspectives, and community voices are shaping mental health research. 🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/b3j-glvV8p8 Let’s build research that reflects *everyone*.

If you would like to know more about our HEER (PPIE) research group please visit: 🔗 www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/for... We believe this group is an invaluable resource to ensure the perspectives of lay people on research and it's related documents #MentalHealth #ExpertsByExperience

If you're wondering what LYPFT's Research Forum is about this video might help. We noted two key themes from the feedback of the event, this video shows delegates' views on Learnings in Research 📽️ Please watch to get direct feedback from delegates about the Forum: youtu.be/inyL3ckd5d0

The Pre-Application Support Fund offers extra support to prepare a competitive application for an NIHR career development award. It provides funding to support those who might not otherwise be able to apply for one of our awards. Closes: 04/12/2025 Find out more at: www.nihr.ac.uk/funding/pre-...

🔬 Curious about mental health research at LYPFT? From autism and eating disorders to perinatal care and dementia - we have a variety of studies that you may be able to take part in. Explore our latest projects here: 🔗www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/latest/projects/

🧠🎭 Big shoutout to Ranil Tan & Louise Combes — our November Research Heroes! Their work on the Attune project puts young people’s voices at the heart of mental health research through arts-based co-production. #ResearchHero www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/lat...

📽️ If you wanted to know more about our Annual Research Forum or simply look at the highlights from this years' event. Please watch to get direct feedback from delegates about the Forum: youtu.be/C-GKpGgKvUg?... To keep up to date with future events visit: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo...

Ever thought about becoming involved with clinical research, but you are not sure if it is for you or how to start? NIHR-funded Y&H Community of Research Practice registered healthcare professionals internship could be for you. Deadline 31 October 2025. leedsbrc.nihr.ac.uk/yorkshire-hu...

Your help us needed to improve the metabolic health of people living with severe mental illness (SMI). Help set the top 10 research priorities. Are you a person with lived experience, family/friends, healthcare professionals - qualtrics.kcl.ac.uk/jfe/form/SV_... Study closes 31/10/2025.

A NIHR #Alert found ‘Local green spaces are linked with better mental health’. You can read more about this alert here: evidence.nihr.ac.uk/alert/local-... #MentalHealth #Research #GreenSpace

Your help us needed to improve the metabolic health of people living with severe mental illness (SMI). Help set the top 10 research priorities. Are you a person with lived experience, family/friends, healthcare professionals - qualtrics.kcl.ac.uk/jfe/form/SV_... Study closes 31/10/2025.

If you have not yet had the chance, please read Innovation: Issue 55. This issue hopes to help you to understand more about Data and AI (Artificial Intelligence) in Research. To view innovation open in the accordion on this page: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo...

Your help us needed to improve the metabolic health of people living with severe mental illness (SMI). Help set the top 10 research priorities. Are you a person with lived experience, family/friends, healthcare professionals - complete the survey here: qualtrics.kcl.ac.uk/jfe/form/SV_...

🧠 Want to make a difference in dementia research? Join Dementia Research connects volunteers—both with and without dementia—to studies across the UK. It’s easy to sign up, and every participant helps advance care, diagnosis, and treatment. www.joindementiaresearch.nihr.ac.uk #Dementia #Research

💬 At LYPFT our staff share how research has transformed their practice—from boosting confidence to shaping better care. Their testimonials highlight the power of collaboration with our Research & Development team. www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/for... #ResearchInPractice

📚 Curious about our research? Check out Leeds & York Partnership NHS Trust’s publications spreadsheet — packed with studies, abstracts, and links to full articles. Explore here: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/abo... #LYPFT #Research #Publications

If you're wondering what LYPFT's Research Forum is about this video might help. We noted two key themes from the feedback of the event, this video shows delegates' views on Inclusion in research 📽️ Please watch to get direct feedback from delegates about the Forum: youtu.be/b3j-glvV8p8

Want to find out more about who are HEER group are, why not read the blogs of three of the members; Rita, Paul and Alison here: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/lat... Asking all the key questions why they joined the group, how long they have been a member and What is their favourite cake!

If you're wondering what LYPFT's Research Forum is about this video might help. We noted two key themes from the feedback of the event, this video shows delegates' views on Learnings in Research 📽️ Please watch to get direct feedback from delegates about the Forum: youtu.be/inyL3ckd5d0

🧠 New research shows gaps in access to annual health checks for people living with severe mental illness in the UK. Despite NHS efforts to reduce inequalities, many are still missing out — especially those from underserved communities. 🔗 arc-gm.nihr.ac.uk/news/news/NE... #MentalHealth #Research

🧠 Explore the latest mental health research from Leeds & York NHS — from dementia to eating disorders, these projects are shaping better care. 🔗 www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/lat... #MentalHealth #Research #LYPFT #NHS