Fiona Gaughran 💙

The first European Board Examination in Psychiatry had 161 candidates from 36 countries and a 91% pass rate, supporting efforts to harmonize psychiatric training standards. ja.ma/3Pam9xQ

Congratulations to Professor Paola Dazzan, our Theme Lead for Psychosis and Mood Disorders 👏 ➡️maudsleybrc.nihr.ac.uk/posts/2026/feb…

@Euro_Psychiatry Hugely well deserved

🌟 The EPA is delighted to share that Prof. Paola Dazzan was selected as the 2026 winner of the EPA Constance Pascal – Helen Boyle Prize for Outstanding Achievement by a Woman in Working to Improve Mental Health Care in Europe. 🔗 Read our article: europsy.net/2026-winner-2/

Our paper @FrontiersIn Nearly 50% on Anti Seizure Meds are on laxatives & >1/3 on antipsychotics. It is imperative these are factors are r/w collectively given links to premature mortality. FREE ACCESS/DOWNLOAD frontiersin.org/journals/psych… @CIDER_Research @PlymUni @rlaugharne1

New @KingsCollegeLon @NIHRMaudsleyBRC research has split #schizophrenia risk into 2 genetically distinct pathways: ▪️1 shared with #BipolarDisorder & linked to better educational outcomes ▪️1 unique to schizophrenia & linked to poorer educational outcomes kcl.ac.uk/news/advanced-…

The College has today published a Position Statement that seeks to maximise the benefits of clozapine in patients with Treatment Resistant Schizophrenia (TRS). We urge clinicians to draw upon it to ensure suitable patients are initiated on clozapine in a timely way. 🖥️➡️ rcpsych.ac.uk/improving-care…

The inaugural Catatonia Awareness Day! Take the opportunity to learn one new thing about catatonia today.

Dr Juliana Onwumere contributed evidence to a new @APPGYCandYAC report highlighting the urgent need for better support for young #carers across the UK. She attended the report launch at the House of Commons yesterday evening. Full report: carers.org/all-party-parl…

Don't miss the deadline of 1pm today to submit a proposal for a parallel session at our 2026 forensic faculty conference: rcpsych.ac.uk/events/confere…

My letter in ⁦@thetimes⁩ today. This includes a request to all journalists: if you write about any health issues also include where to seek NHS help. It could save lives.

Congratulations to Professor Sir Robin Murray, who was granted a Lifetime Achievement Award from the @rcpsych, for his work concerned with finding the causes of psychosis, and improving its treatment. rcpsych.ac.uk/about-us/rcpsy…

#andthewinneris... Dr Emily Finch from @MaudsleyNHS. Congrats Emily! The judges noted that Dr Finch's nomination stood out from the rest, with her multi-faceted contributions in the often neglected field of addiction psychiatry, advocating tirelessly for high quality care and combatting stigma that people face. They also added that Emily is a compassionate and highly respected leader in psychiatry, admired for her advocacy for the most vulnerable and stigmatised people in society, her national contributions to addiction policy and training, and her dedication as a clinician, colleague, and mento are remarkable. #rcpsychawards

How has #COVID19 has shaped neurodevelopmental outcomes in children? We're looking for a prospective PhD student to join the IoPPN's cutting-edge (using EEG and eye tracking technologies) research team. Learn more about the studentship opportunity: kcl.ac.uk/study-legacy/f…

@ClareGerada Many congratulations Clare!

I’m deeply moved to have been appointed to House of Lords. The NHS has shaped my life, work, & values. it’s where I learned what care, compassion, & public service truly mean. I hope to carry that spirit forward in this new role, speaking up for patients & health professionals

The Bipolar Commission found that 44% of people with bipolar who took our survey were obese —a sign of systemic neglect in physical and mental health integration.

Around 24% of mothers experience postnatal depression, which can have long-lasting impacts. New research has shown that a community-based singing group - @BreatheAHR Melodies for Mums - has helped reduce depressive symptoms for up to 6 months. ➡️maudsleybrc.nihr.ac.uk/posts/2025/oct…

In psychiatry, we recognise the importance of physical health, but oral health is often overlooked. We're excited to share our first Congress 2025 podcast featuring @dredbeveridge, @SKisely and @JouryEaster Available now on the @rcpsych eLearning Hub: bit.ly/42i8Tv0

The 2nd survey of our Metabolic Interventions for SMI PSP is now live! 📢 We’re asking you to help decide which questions matter most for research on the links between metabolism & mental health. Take part in the survey to have your voice heard👇tinyurl.com/psphub3

We are back with a new 'In Conversation' blog post, just in time for Postdoc Appreciation Week! ❤️ Meet and learn more about the work of one of our fantastic Postdoctoral Researchers Dr Dina Farran 👇 metabolicpsychiatryhub.com/blog/in-conver… #postdocappreciationweek #mentalhealthresearch

New research has found that #loneliness is a risk factor for poorer healthcare outcomes in people with substance use disorders. The study used data from @MaudsleyNHS, accessed via the Clinical Record Interactive Search (CRIS) platform. ➡️maudsleybrc.nihr.ac.uk/posts/2025/aug…