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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.


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


Older Deaf People - are we leaving them behind?
BSMHD webinar – Older Deaf People – are we leaving them behind? Thursday 13th October, 2022, 1-4pm. Over 70 people attended this online...
Oct 29, 20231 min read


Statement regarding the change of name
Feature Statement regarding the change of name from “The British Society for Mental Health and Deafness” to “The British Society for...
Oct 29, 20231 min read


Zoom Webinar 1-3pm Friday 15th September - Deaf adults with autism: Diagnosis & Support
Presentations: An Autism Assessment Pathway for Deaf Adults Dr Mary Griggs, Dr Katie Wise, Dr Angharad Agg, Clinical Psychologists, Avon...
Oct 29, 20231 min read
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