Inquiry into the ‘Schizophrenia’ Label - Published by Professor Philip Thomas of Bradford University
Shine draws your attention to an independent Inquiry into the ‘Schizophrenia’ Label that has been set up by a group of organisations and other individuals concerned about the meaning and usefulness of ‘schizophrenia’ and similar labels such as ‘psychosis’. The Inquiry aims to investigate the impact this label has on people’s lives and to collect evidence from people, including mental health service users and carers, those (including professionals) who use these labels to describe mental health problems in other people, and those who have concerns about the use of such labels.
At the website www.schizophreniainquiry.org, you will find more information, and you can submit evidence to the Inquiry, either via the website by completing a questionnaire, or writing to us using our testimony form at www.schizophreniainquiry.org/get-involved.
The evidence collected will be examined by an independent panel made up of service users, academicians and a lawyer. The panel will produce a report based on this evidence which will be forwarded to a range of organisations including NICE, the Royal College of Psychiatrists, other professional and statutory bodies, private and third sector organisations, and the Department of Health.
The Inquiry has no financial ties to any organisation and is supported by over one hundred individuals and over 20 national and international organisations. You can also use the website to register your support and to spread the word about the Inquiry.
Philip Thomas
Honorary Visiting Professor
Social Science and Humanities
University of Bradford
Launch of phil@shineonline.ie Email Support Service
SHINE are launching a new email support service phil@shineonline.ie on 1st May 2012 as part of our support services to those affected by mental ill-health. This service acknowledges that sometimes it is easier for people to write an email rather than pick up the phone and the following highlights the advantages of this method of contact.Why should I email SHINE? Anyone in distress can email SHINE at any time. SHINE is contactable by phone, and by email. Some reasons to call/email include but are not limited to the following;
• Emotional Support
• Seeking information and support for a recent diagnosis
• Relapse prevention
• Information and support for families and friends of people with self-experience
• Seeking access to group and individual support.
In 2011 SHINE dealt with about 8,000 people either individually or in groups or through our counselling services. If you think you might benefit from confidential emotional support then SHINE is here for you. Sometimes it is difficult to pick up the phone, so try an email instead.
Response time-frame: We, here in SHINE endeavor to respond to emails within a 24 hour period between Monday and Friday. If immediate support is needed, please phone our information-helpline at 1890 621 631 which is open 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday and is manned by staff and trained volunteers.
How does the email service work? Emails received by phil@shineonline.ie are viewed and responded to by trained psychotherapists.
Is the email service confidential? The service is confidential and reliable.
Email Support: phil@shineonline.ie
Shine Information Helpline: 1890 621 631
open 9am to 4pm, Monday to Friday
E-mails received after 4pm on Friday will be responded to the following Monday
Shine ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Shine AGM 2012Date: Saturday 19th May 2012.
Location: The Oak Room, The Mansion House, Dawson Street, Dublin 2
11.30am Introductions and Welcome from Chairperson
11.35am Shine AGM
Minutes
Matters arising
Chairperson's report
Launch of the new Strategic Plan 2012-2014
Presentation of Accounts
Appointment of Auditors
Elections
12.15pm Caroline McGuigan, CEO/Founder of Suicide or Survive
Caroline McGuigan is a qualified psychotherapist and founder and CEO of Suicide or Survive. She will be talking about her own personal experience and her story of recovery. SOS is focussed on being part of the solution rather than the problem and have developed Wellness Workshops which aim to educate all generations on how to manage our mental health. Some of you may recognise Caroline from the Amnesty posters and billboards. Since 2008 Caroline has been a member of Amnesty International's Experts by Experience Advisory Group which advises Amnesty on its mental health campaign. Caroline was also part of a very powerful documentary "I See a Darkness".
1.15pm Lunch
There is no charge for the event but in order to facilitate catering for lunch please confirm your attendance by Tuesday 15th May 2012 to Dolores Kavanagh by telephone on 01-8601620 or e-mail dkavanagh@shineonline.ie.
We look forward to seeing you there.
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