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The British Society for Mental Health and Deaf People (BSMHD) is the only UK charity that focuses entirely on the promotion of positive mental health of Deaf people.
The critical importance of language access for deaf mental health: Learnings from my PhD and Churchill Fellowship journey - Ramas McRae
27th October 2027 11:00 (CET) This presentation explores how early access to sign language and cultural connection impacts deaf mental health, drawing on PhD research and international insights from a 2026 Churchill Fellowship. It concludes by proposing strategies—including deaf leadership and accessible services—to improve mental health outcomes for the deaf community. If you're a member of the ESMHD then it's only £4. Non-members pay £26. To book your place on this fabulous
3 days ago1 min read
Mental Health Interpreter training Jan 2027 - SOLD OUT
There has been enormous demand for our Mental Health training for interpreters. If you missed out, please keep an eye out for future events as we will look to run the training again later in 2027.
3 days ago1 min read
Locum Consultant Psychiatrist - Deaf CAMHS Cambridge vacancy
Please click here for more details and to apply.
May 151 min read
BSMHD Newsletters
To receive our bi-monthly newsletters please join the BSMHD by clicking here BSMHD Newsletter - February 2026 Click here to read → https://bit.ly/BSMHDFeb26 BSMHD Newsletter - December 2025 Click here to read → https://bit.ly/BSMHDDec25 BSMHD Newsletter - October 2025 Click here to read → https://bit.ly/BSMHDOct25
Feb 51 min read
Head-to-Head and Heart-to-Heart. Contemporary Discourse on Deaf Mental Health
" Bringing both a scholarly and personal perspective to the repercussions of language deprivation across the lifespan, this edited volume offers a comprehensive examination of the critical mental health and rehabilitative issues faced by diverse deaf populations. " https://gupress.gallaudet.edu/Books/H/Head-to-Head-and-Heart-to-Heart
Jan 81 min read
EMSHD International Meeting Vienna Austria 19 February 2026
Registration is now open for what promises to be a unique experience. The meeting theme is Trauma in the Deaf Community. Click here to register https://esmhd.org/registration-vienna-2026
Jan 81 min read
Deaf Mental Health: From Theory to Practice (Advances in Mental Health and Addiction)
A New book that offers insights into mental health practices for Deaf communities, enhancing understanding and promoting inclusive care strategies . Although the focus is primarily on America and Canada there will be useful information and theoretical viewpoints for anyone working in the area of Deaf Mental Health. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deaf-Mental-Health-Practice-Addiction/dp/303206273X or https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-032-06274-1
Jan 81 min read
National Deaf CAMHS Survey
SignHealth has been commissioned by National Deaf Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (NDCAMHS) to develop a report to change the...
Sep 13, 20251 min read
Aug 28, 20250 min read
Mental Wealth Festival 9th - 11th Oct
City Lit is once again hosting their Mental Wealth Festival https://www.citylit.ac.uk/mental-wealth-festival Among other great talks,...
Aug 28, 20251 min read
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