Can a Chatbot Be a Lifeline for Kids’ Mental Health?** As AI transforms our lives, experts are diving into how these digital allies can support young minds in therapy. Could this be a game-changer, or does it raise red flags? https://www.mqmentalhealth.org/can-a-chatbot-be-a-childs-therapist/

Why does bad news seem impossible to ignore? Our brains are wired to pay attention to potential threats, but today, it can keep us glued to a constant stream of negative headlines. https://www.mqmentalhealth.org/why-negative-news-grabs-our-attention-and-what-it-means-for-our-mental-health/

Apply now for up to £250,000 of funding through MQ's Schizophrenia Research Fellowships. Expressions of interest are open now until the 12th of August 2026. The fellowship is open to global applicants with 3–7 years of postdoctoral experience. Find out more👇 www.mqmentalhealth.org/schizophreni...

Prof. Hirsch of @nihrmaudsleybrc.bsky.social and @kingsioppn.bsky.social found that bringing a positive mental image to mind can help people stop worrying. The study found that guiding people with high levels of worry through the technique interrupted worry. www.mqmentalhealth.org/new-techniqu...

“When I heard that researchers could analyse this data to learn about mental health conditions, I knew I had to take part.” Nelson tells us about his mental health journey and taking part in #OurFutureHealth to improve research for other men. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social

Psychosis is often misunderstood, which leads to stigma & delays in people getting the support they need. This is why we are shining a light on psychosis this #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek and why research matters. Find out more facts about psychosis👇 www.mqmentalhealth.org/mental-healt...

Psychosis is not a diagnosis in itself, but a set of symptoms that can affect how someone thinks, perceives the world and understands what is real. Psychosis is still widely misunderstood. That's why research and evidence‑based information matter. Learn more: www.mqmentalhealth.org/mental-healt...

Psychosis can be widely misunderstood. Research is how we replace stigma and guesswork with better evidence, better care, and better outcomes. At MQ, we fund the studies that help us understand psychosis and improve support. Learn more about some of our research👇 🧵1/5

Throughout May and for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek we are raising awareness about psychosis. From what it looks like to what the latest research says. Psychosis is often misunderstood, yet it is more common than many people realise. Learn more here 👇 www.mqmentalhealth.org/understandin...

🆕📝New blog on the #AtlasLongitudinalDatasets! Kelvin Opiepie from the Atlas #LEE group shares his insights on progress, gaps, and what meaningful #LEE involvement really looks like. Check out his insightful blog here: atlaslongitudinaldatasets.ac.uk/blog/ti6GtVF... @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social

❗️More Tickets Released Additional tickets have been released for the MQ and Datamind #DataScience meeting next Thursday the 23rd in London. Join the experts as they discuss the rapidly evolving role of AI in mental health research. Tickets are only £25 👇 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mq-and-dat...

Got a mental health research idea that could become an app? If so you might like to join the 1-day workshop from MQ and DATAMIND. From Idea to App: Design, Develop and Deploy Mental Health Tech 22nd April - London - £25 More info & secure your space here 👇 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/early-care...

Our latest Mindset-XR company spotlight shines on Neurotech, founded by Jonah Dearlove. ☀️ Designed to be both accessible and low‑cost, the tool is supporting those on #ADHD waiting lists by helping improve focus and executive function.🧠 🥽 Read: healthinnovationnetwork.com/mental-healt...

Applications for PeCo are still open! Learn practical skills to help you in your career as an early-career #mentalhealth #researcher! Learn more & apply here:👇️ buff.ly/nvmz1rU

🆕📝New blog on the #AtlasLongitudinalDatasets! Jan from the Atlas #LEE group explores #livedexperience involvement in longitudinal studies across the world. 🔗Check out her fantastic blog here: atlaslongitudinaldatasets.ac.uk/blog/oxRN7GB...

Calling all Data Science researchers working in Mental health. Don't miss the next MQ & DATAMIND workshop for early career researchers and meeting. These events are where experts share their knowledge and the latest developments to help accelerate learning. www.mqmentalhealth.org/get-involved...

Adolescent depression is hard to predict and too often support comes after symptoms appear. But what if we could predict which young people were at the highest risk of developing depression in later life? New research from @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social has developed a tool to do just that. 🧵1/5

Join MQ & DATAMIND (HDR UK) for an in-person Data Science Meeting. A full day to share findings, explore best practice, and connect with others using large‑scale data, AI and novel analytics to advance mental health research. 📅 23 April 2026 | 📍 London 🔗 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mq-and-dat...

📢 Calling all #DataScience researchers If you are a mental health researcher, using large datasets and want to share your work either as a poster or an oral presentation at the next MQ & @datamind.bsky.social meeting then submit your abstract by the 9th of March. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

On your marks, get set...GROW! 🌱 Applications for our GROW 2026 Researcher Development Programme for #mentalhealth and #addiction early career researchers are now open. ‍💫 APPLY NOW 👇 mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/grow/

It’s #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek 💛 If you’re feeling worried about your child’s wellbeing you’re definitely not alone. That’s why we created our free Parents Pack. A simple, evidence-based guide to support you & your child. 👉 Download the free Parents Pack: www.mqmentalhealth.org/how-to-suppo...

We’re delighted to share that Chris Jarrett has been appointed as MQ’s new CEO. Chris brings 20 years of experience across the research and medical charity sector and will be officially joining MQ on the 2nd of March. Welcome to #TeamMQ Chris! youtu.be/v31geFnAexw?...

Want to be part of a ground-breaking research project? Register now for the SYNAPSING survey and be part of a Europe-wide project to better understand the factors which effect our brain health. #WithoutResearchItsJustGuesswork

Wonderful news for the new year from @oxhealthbrc.bsky.social . This is the progress we can make when mental health research is properly invested in over the long term. oxfordhealthbrc.nihr.ac.uk/new-study-of...

There's just 24 hours left to have your donation for mental health research matched! Together we can improve treatments & services for children & young people struggling with their mental health. Can you help us reach our goal? donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05... #WithoutResearchItsJustGuesswork

Children's mental health is in crisis - but here's your chance to help us reach the breakthrough we need. All this week The Big Give are matching donations to MQ. That means that your support will be doubled, at no extra cost to you. Find out more here 👇 donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

75% of mental illnesses begin in childhood, yet research for young people continues to be drastically underfunded. right now, if you make a donation to

🌱 Early intervention matters for young people’s mental health 🧠 E-Risk PI Helen Fisher joins @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social calling for more research into what puts young people at risk and what protects them. eriskstudy.com/https://www....

🚨 Mental health research has the power to transform lives. But for too long, it hasn’t had the funding, visibility or urgency it deserves. Our new report with @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social outlines ten changes we need to see to transform mental health research. Read the full report 👉 bit.ly/4oy6KDE

75% of mental illnesses begin in childhood. We need a breakthrough for the 1 in 5 children affected. But without research, it's just guesswork as to the solution. MQ invests in scientific research to help people like Flo whose childhood was impacted by mental illness. youtu.be/IoMzbXjxfP0?...

How childhood trauma affects our ability to understand minds 🧩 New review finds that childhood neglect is consistently linked to weaker mentalisation, especially in psychosis. Abuse shows mixed results, but the overall pattern spans diagnoses. 🧵 THREAD #ChildhoodTrauma #Mentalisation

We recently spoke with Rebecca Etkin, one of our brilliant MQ Fellows and an Associate Research Scientist at the @yaleschoolofmed.bsky.social about her work in youth anxiety disorders. Read the interview to find out what it's like being an #MQFellow 👉 www.mqmentalhealth.org/interview-re...

Are you a researcher in the USA or Canada exploring how to help people with trauma, PTSD & other mental health conditions? Could your study incorporate EMDR therapy? MQ Fellowships are worth up to $332,500 and applications are open now. Find out more here: www.mqmentalhealth.org/our-work/res...

MQ Fellow @bendybrain.bsky.social says "There are unacceptably long waiting lists" [for ADHD patients]. Through research, we can improve the treatments for ADHD and the way we deliver services to meet the rising demand. #WithoutResearchItsJustGuesswork www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

@mqmentalhealth.bsky.social Fellowships don’t just fund research, they build networks, foster collaboration & amplify findings. With PPIE focus, patient voices are heard. Read Bryony Doughty’s interview & discover the MQ Fellows Award with scientifyRESEARCH: bit.ly/4hJEcoU #research #fellowship

📢Want to be an MQ Research Fellow? If you're an early career mental health researcher (3-7yrs post doc), based at a research institution anywhere in the world then we want to hear from you! Find out more and submit your expression of interest today: www.mqmentalhealth.org/our-work/res...

Applications are open for the 2026 @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social Fellowships programme for early career #mentalhealth researcher (3-7 years post-doc) anywhere in the world. Up to £250,000 of funding over 3 years. More info: www.mqmentalhealth.org/our-work/res... #mentalhealthresearch

Schizophrenia spectrum disorders (SSD) affect millions of people and can cause hallucinations, feelings of detachment from reality and cause difficulties that can disrupt a persons quality of life. Decades of research have revealed key differences in how SSD develops in men & women. 🧵1/5

📣We've just updated our Opportunities Update with a host of new opportunities! 📣 Looking for the next step in your #mentalhealth or #addiction career? View our live listing of open & upcoming career development opportunities (funding, workshops & more)! mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/opportunitie...

This #WorldMentalHealthDay MQ is focusing on children & parent's mental health. Our free Parent Pack offers practical, research-backed advice to help the parents of young kids. Find out more and get your free copy here 👇 www.mqmentalhealth.org/how-to-suppo... #WithoutResearchItsJustGuesswork

Starting University is exciting, but it can also be a challenging time for some students. #MQAmbassador Dr Esther Beierl has been exploring student mental health & shares her early findings with us for #WorldMentalHealthDay 👉https://www.mqmentalhealth.org/university-student-mental-health/

📢 Applications are open for the @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social fellows award! Up to £250K over 3 years for early-career mental health researchers. Covers salary, staff, research, travel & training. Focus: youth mental health, suicide, self-harm & more. Learn more: tinyurl.com/ApplyMQaward

MQ will soon be accepting expressions of interest for the 2026 Fellows award. If you are a mental health researcher, 3-7 years post doc and looking to establish your research independence then learn more here 👇 www.mqmentalhealth.org/our-work/res... #WithoutResearchItsJustGuesswork

Don't forget - MQ Mental Health will be opening expressions of interest for 2026 Fellowship funding on 3 Nov! The MQ Fellowships are aimed at researchers interested in launching their own independent research career, with grants of up to £250,000. Learn more: www.mqmentalhealth.org/research-pro...

⏳ Registration closes next week! – only 13 tickets left for the MHP Research Summit (10th Oct | Edinburgh) Keynotes & partner-led sessions: full programme live: rebrand.ly/mhp-summit-p... @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social @datamind.bsky.social, @catapultnetwork.bsky.social, @mcpinfoundation.bsky.social

⏳ 1 month left to register! ECR Workshop hosted by @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social & @datamind.bsky.social: Proteomics & Mental Health 📅 9th Oct | 📍 Edinburgh Futures Institute Hands-on training & expert speakers. More than half of tickets already sold! 👉Secure yours now: rebrand.ly/ecr-workshop

📢 Submit your abstract for MHP Research Summit in partnership with @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social 🗓️10 Oct 2025 📍Edinburgh 👥For researchers & clinicians in SMI Submit in: 🔹Molecular Psychiatry 🔹Social and Emotional Health 🔹Data, Digital & AI 👉 rebrand.ly/research-sum... #MHPSummit2025

📅 9th Oct 2025 | 📍 Edinburgh Futures Institute 🚨 ECR Workshop hosted by @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social & @datamind.bsky.social : Proteomics & Mental Health — over half of the tickets sold! 1️⃣ Registered but not paid? Confirm now. 2️⃣ Not registered? Sign up + pay today. 👉 rebrand.ly/ecr-workshop

Very excited to share our latest work on Eating disorders and suicide, this time using qualitative interviews. Thanks to Una, all participants, our funders @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social & Rosetrees Trust, all the participants and our colleagues @kingsioppn.bsky.social

📢 Programme now live! Don't miss out on the ECR Workshop Hosted by @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social & @datamind.bsky.social Proteomics & Mental Health, 9th Oct, Edinburgh. Learn from experts, gain hands-on skills and connect with peers. £25 – register now 👉 rebrand.ly/ecr-workshop