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Severe Mental Illness

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health19 days ago•3 min saved

UK data link severe mental illness to decades of premature, preventable deaths

UK NHS data cited by Rethink Mental Illness show adults under 75 with severe mental illness die about 15–20 years earlier than peers, largely from preventable physical diseases (liver, respiratory, cardiovascular diseases, cancer) and suicide. The gap is driven by poverty, housing, smoking, weight gain from medications, physical inactivity, and fragmented care, with 'diagnostic overshadowing' delaying investigation of physical symptoms. Advocates call for routine physical health checks and integrated, mental-health–informed care as government plans to act move forward.

via The Guardian|

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health2 years ago•4 min saved

"Severe mental illness linked to significantly higher risk of physical health problems, study finds"

Individuals with severe mental illnesses are nearly twice as likely to experience multiple physical health problems compared to those without such mental conditions, according to a meta-analysis of 19 studies involving nearly 8 million participants. The research highlights the complex relationship between mental and physical health, with conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and severe depression associated with a 1.84 times higher risk of physical multimorbidity. This increased risk poses a significant burden on individuals, impacting their healthcare needs and life expectancy. The study emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to healthcare that integrates the treatment of severe mental illnesses with the management of physical health conditions.

via PsyPost|

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mental-health3 years ago•6 min saved

California's CARE Court: Revolutionizing Mental Health Care for Severe Illnesses

California's mental health CARE Court, set to launch in eight counties before going statewide, aims to provide help to individuals with untreated psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia. Under the program, judges can order individuals to receive treatment, including medication, therapy, and housing. While supporters believe CARE Court is necessary to address the failings of the current mental health system, critics argue that it is coercive and removes choices, potentially leading to the deprivation of civil liberties. The controversy surrounding CARE Court highlights the need for comprehensive mental health care services and prevention measures.

via CBS News|

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