Sociology of Mental Health Study Group

• Introduction to the Group
• Activities
• Membership
• Networking
• Sharing Knowledge and Information
• Commenting on Research Proposal or Government Policy
• Archive of Activities
• Annual Report
• Contact the Convenors

Introduction to the Group

Established in 2004, the group encompasses the sociological study of mental health and distress, with a focus on studying experiences of mental distress and of using mental health services. Also included in its compass is sociological work relating to learning disability. 

The group's aims are to:

• Heighten the profile of study in the area of sociology of mental health,
•  Provide a forum for the communication and discussion of work being carried out in the area,
•  Facilitate networking and information-sharing between those working within or having an interest in the sociology of mental health,
• Provide a forum of support for those interested in studying mental health and distress from a sociological perspective,
• Provide a core of expertise in the area of sociology of mental health that may be drawn upon for comment on relevant proposals or policies.

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Activities

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Membership

The Group is open to anyone and everyone with an interest. Please contact the convenors to join - everyone is welcome. A list of contact details and areas of interest of some Group members is provided below.

Networking 

Sharing knowledge and information 

Key papers, articles or issues of interest or concern to members can be posted on this web site (for papers either as a reference or in full depending on copyright restrictions). Click here to view those current.

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Commenting on Research Proposal or Government Policy

Providing a core of expertise in the area of sociology of mental health, members will from time to time be invited to comment on research bids in the area. Members wishing to comment on Government policy or other related initiatives may also use the forum on specific occasions to seek others interested in doing so.

Annual Report

The Sociology of Mental Health Study Group's Annual Report for 2009 is now available.  You may also be interested in reviewing the Group's Annual Report 2008 or Annual Report 2007.

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Contact the Convenors

Send an email.

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