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Priory in the news

Priory expresses support for proposed amendment empowering families to request mental capacity assessments

Don’t let exam stress spiral out of control

Priory’s annual colleague survey shows record colleague engagement scores

Psyomics and Priory partner to revolutionise access to personalised mental health care

Priory launches first-of-its-kind exam stress workshop series for students

Priory increases minimum pay for all staff and closes gender pay gap

Revolutionary and life-changing ‘lunch hour’ treatment for depression

Priory CEO, Rebekah Cresswell, appointed to Care England board

Improved integration "critical" to solving mental health crisis, says Priory CEO

ADHD myth buster for Neurodiversity Celebration Week: Condition is not 'over-diagnosed' say Priory Psychiatrists

Regulators praise Priory mental health services throughout the UK following new inspections

Mental healthcare at Priory Hospital Norwich is praised by regulators, following new inspection

Children needing anxiety treatment up by a third as experts warn of “epidemic”

Priory invests £9.5m in solar power as part of move towards carbon free healthcare

Ketamine is the ‘word of the year’ for addiction specialists, as cost-of-living crisis drives 18-25 year-olds away from alcohol

Rising tide of pornography addiction carries devastating consequences, says Priory expert

Priory responds to government announcement on social care reform and new commission

Dry January becoming a “fashionable exercise” and risks excess year-round drinking, warns expert

Priory receives national recognition for transforming autism and learning disability care

“Above and beyond” Priory Levitt Mill and Barn care homes for autistic adults receive 'good' rating from Care Quality Commission

AI-driven marketing poses risks for shopping addicts, warns Priory therapist

2024 has become the year of alcohol-free Christmas parties: Leading addiction expert hails cultural shift as concerns remain over alcohol harm

Priory training programme for newly qualified mental health nurses celebrated at national industry awards

Concerns remain about high level of anabolic steroid addiction and body dysmorphic disorder in young men, says leading psychiatrist

‘Stigma fighting’ Priory psychiatrist recognised for creating vital healthcare pathways for autistic patients

Multi-million pound expansion of mental health service opens at Priory Hospital Preston

Psychiatrist warns of mental health dangers of ‘doomscrolling’ in the aftermath of the US Presidential Election

Tackling the mental health nurse shortage: First graduates qualify through apprenticeship scheme

‘Invisible burden’ of obsessive compulsive disorder with more than 750,000 people in the UK affected

Priory highlights “significant progress” in recruitment following release of social care workforce report

“Life-savers”: the Guinea pigs who supported autistic patient Jess through long hospital admission

LaingBuisson Awards 2024: Priory recognised for creating pathways from hospitals to adult social care for mental health patients

Priory Hospital East Midlands rated ’good‘ by Care Quality Commision

Priory supports innovative football initiative which is transforming lives of mental health and addiction patients

Residents with mental health needs at Priory care home ‘happy’ and ‘supported’

Priory launches free UK-wide programme for children to help tackle mental health crisis

Parental responsibility key to overcoming dangers of children’s online activity, say mental health experts

Priory Hospital Arnold rated ‘good’ by Care Quality Commission: “The service is performing well” say inspectors in new report

ADHD backlog could have “extremely severe consequences”

Priory welcomes government’s drive and focus on reforming Mental Health Act

New service opens at Priory Hospital East Midlands in response to national and regional mental health crisis

Priory welcomes launch of new workforce strategy for adult social care

Priory chief executive reiterates need for reform and desire to collaborate following election

MEDIAN Group is set on growth - new CEO, Philipp-Schulte-Noelle, and CFO, Matthias Oehmicke, build on strong foundations

Next government must urgently improve alcohol treatment services to prevent avoidable deaths says Priory addiction specialist

Leading psychiatrist urges people to take steps to manage ‘election stress disorder’

Priory sets out mental health and social care manifesto for political parties ahead of general election

Priory commits to achieving net zero emissions by 2050

Care and support for menopausal women must reach the same levels as pregnancy, says top psychiatrist

UK seeing “stress epidemic” which will worsen if condition is trivialised

Tackling the nurse shortage: Priory enrolls 200th nurse ahead of International Nurses’ Day

Priory partners with Chasing the Stigma

Motivated to make a difference: Priory’s Colleague Engagement Survey shows high levels of job satisfaction

“Wine o’clock culture is killing middle aged women”, says Priory addiction expert, as alcohol-related deaths hit record high

Priory launches £11 million green investment programme with solar installation at Birmingham hospital

Priory pathways in focus: Sabina Przybyla-Gruszczyk

Pioneering transition directors at Priory “transforming” care for people with complex autism

Early diagnosis of autism “significantly improves” life outcomes, says Priory specialist

Priory announces £12 an hour minimum for all staff and further pay awards

Priory Hospital Newbury receives recognition for outstanding patient safety practice

MEDIAN Group CEO Dr André M Schmidt to step down after 13 years, with Philipp Schulte-Noelle as successor

Priory responds to issue of data collection in King’s Fund 360 report

"It’s time we talked about men and boys with eating disorders"

Priory partners with leading ESG services group to deliver on ambitious sustainability goals

Inspectors praise “kind and compassionate care” at Priory’s Burston House

Priory responds to announcement on domestic social care workforce

Combat 'hangxiety' and improve mental wellbeing by taking care of gut health

Digital care records free up 80,000 hours of Priory staff time

Excellent support for autistic adults at Priory hospital, says National Autistic Society

Don’t turn dry January into a countdown to your next drink

Drugs of major concern for 2024

Talk to loved ones about alcohol this Christmas

Expert calls for national device detox this January

Priory hospital rated ‘outstanding’ by regulator: Status means the service is within the top 8% of mental health hospitals in the country

Tackling the mental health crisis: New therapy service in the North East is first-of-its-kind for Priory

Priory responds to House of Commons research on the Adult Social Care Workforce in England

Priory Psychiatrist Offers Guidance on Responsible Alcohol Consumption During ‘Office Party’ Season

Alcohol poisoning Priory Hospital Bristol psychiatrist explains the warning signs

For many, a shopping addiction can be for life, not just for Christmas

How to stay sober at Christmas, the key things you can do

Priory recognised by Health Education England for nurse programme

Exceptional care at Priory Lombard House

Priory Hospital Marlow QED accreditation

“People are happy living at Avalon” say inspectors following review of Priory run care home

Priory opens expanded, fast-access mental health clinic in Southampton to meet demand

Freshers Week guidance: Ketamine is not a “safe” drug

MEDIAN integrates Hestia Alliance to expand its leading model of rehabilitation to Spain

Priory system – which saved thousands of hours for mental health clinicians – to be celebrated at Health Tech Awards

Nitrox oxide can cause paralysis says Priory expert

‘High standards of patient care’: Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal’s eating disorder services recognised by Royal College of Psychiatrists

Expert’s mental health book named BBC’s Book of the Week

Scottish care home highly praised by inspectors, residents and families

Priory celebrates Black Leaders Awareness Day

Patients praise ‘kind and supportive’ staff at Priory’s Southampton Hospital which is rated ‘good’ across the board by the care watchdog

Drinking in the sun: heatwaves risk rise in alcohol addiction, as social habits escalate into problem drinking, according to experts

Inspectors praise ‘very good care’ received by adults with learning disabilities at Scottish care home

ADHD – Priory expert stresses the need for all assessments to follow NICE standards

Response to CQC report on Priory Cheadle Royal Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services

One nurse’s story – from Priory healthcare assistant to qualified nurse, thanks to Priory’s ‘earn as you learn' degree course

Priory teams up with Sky Sports for Mental Health Awareness Week

Inspectors praise Llanarth Court hospital

Response to the BBC report 26 April 2023

Priory’s Cheadle Royal hospital celebrates record number of new ‘home-grown’ nurses

Finding his voice: autistic man talks for first time in five years after moving into Priory care home

Priory Hazelwood House wins prestigious award

Care home praised by inspectors

Spring forward and mental health

Exercise – how much is too much?

Younas Family Group purchases homes for older people

Priory expert comments on the dangers of fentanyl

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Our response to a recent BBC Panorama documentary

Priory apprentice scheme success

CQC and patients praise Priory Hospital Woking

Priory consultant: “The devastating consequences of ‘laughing gas’ on the patients I see”

Experts issue warning as body dysmorphia and steroid use rise

Priory expert shares the key dates you’ll reap the benefits of quitting alcohol in January

Shopping addiction – is it real?

What is 'Damp January' and why doesn't it make sense?

Top Priory consultant warns of huge rise in addictions, as new ONS figures are released

Colleagues feel proud to work at Priory, according to CQC well-led review

UK must stop “self-medicating” with alcohol, say Priory experts, as they urge people to ask themselves if alcohol is “costing them more than money”

Social media addiction: Priory psychotherapist urges parents to ditch addictive devices

World Cup is a "perfect storm" for gambling addicts according to Priory expert

Can stress be addictive?

Huge rise in people enquiring about stress and alcohol addiction treatment

BBC correspondent reunites with Priory experts for war reporting and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) book launch

ADHD at university

Hangxiety: what it is and why it’s rising

Emotional guard of honour

Priory medical director elected to Board of Directors of Clinical TMS Society

Grown and flown? When your children have left home

Two Priory clinicians appointed to National Advisory Committees at the Royal College of Psychiatrists

How NOT to talk to your teenager about drugs ahead of music festivals

Pay boost for Priory health and social care workers

How the pandemic helped fuel addictions

Impact of Storms on a Secure Archiving Facility in Wales

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Priory Appoint two Non-Executive Directors

Why more women are seeking help for ADHD

Priory Therapy and Counselling Clinic opens in Wimbledon Park

“Recovery is possible”; breaking the cycle of an eating disorder

Sharp increase in enquiries to Priory about stress and anxiety

Coping with war anxiety and stress

Priory paving the way for new ‘mental health hub’ in West Midlands

Stress awareness month: Pandemic stress has induced a spike in panic attacks – how to cope

Care first delivers online mental health support to over 41,000 people in 100 weeks

East Ardsley care home rated ‘outstanding’ by independent regulator

The next pandemic? Sleep problems

Priory CEO welcomes Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal to Priory’s Care first as part of a visit organised by the Racing Welfare charity

How to support someone with depression, anxiety – by Priory experts

Why do Dry January - Covid has changed the drinking landscape and become the enabler of unhealthy drink habits for millions says Priory expert

Priory hospital for patients with eating disorders rated ‘outstanding’ for being caring in its first ever inspection

Christmas with an eating disorder - Priory expert offers advice for families supporting people with eating disorders

Mental health hospital celebrates after raising its CQC rating to ‘good’ in every category

A Priory director reached the finals of a prestigious awards ceremony that celebrates the best in nursing and nurse management.

The untold impact of the pandemic; inquiries about treatment for PTSD rise 50%, according to new Priory figures

November 3, 2021 marks National Stress Awareness Day

Priory consultant’s influential contribution to mental health recognised by The Powerlist for fourth year in a row

Priory care manager nominated for National Learning Disabilities & Autism Award

Priory appoints Rebekah Cresswell as UK CEO

MEDIAN invites you to the first virtual International Symposium on Long Covid

World Mental Health Day - Free mental health app, My Possible Self, is helping people across the globe

Statement from Priory Group CEO, Dr André Schmidt

Pioneering new nursing apprenticeships see 32 start their training, thanks to a unique partnership between the University of Bolton and the Priory Group

Five tips for coping with ‘empty nest syndrome’

Frequently asked questions answered: Priory addiction expert, Dr Niall Campbell, on the surge in cocaine use

Sellack care home treats service users with “compassion, kindness, dignity and respect”

Priory sees spike in cocaine addiction, with inquiries about treatment doubling in a year

OCD: why some people suffer with it, is it on the rise and can it be treated? A Priory expert answers

Inspectors praise local mental healthcare hospital where staff are “respectful” and “responsive”

Priory Education and Children’s Services and Middle East Divisions become Aspris

Priory start offering an online therapy service

Priory Hospital Malvern opens for patients

Priory teams up with mental health app My Possible Self to offer top-quality mental health support

Stress Awareness Month - Priory expert: six things you can do now to beat stress and cope with uncertainty

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How the pandemic has shifted attitudes towards mental health

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Mayor thanks Priory eating disorder treatment centre for its work during the pandemic

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How Covid-19 has taken its toll on our closest relationships

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Ex Liverpool and Tottenham striker, Paul Walsh, opens up about alcohol problems

Olympic medalist Nile Wilson suffered suicidal thoughts after serious injury

Things parents can still do today to help their child in lockdown – Priory child psychiatrist

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Eating disorders ‘risen considerably’ during the pandemic, says Priory psychiatrist

PTSD: The Mental Health effects on COVID patients

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Mental health experts offer 10 practical tips to those feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, and lonely as lockdown continues

Extending Dry January? How to keep the progress going, according to Priory experts

Home alone for Christmas? Priory experts offer six ways to get through it

Maintaining your mental health after being made redundant: tips from Priory Group experts

Parenting in a pandemic: Priory experts have answers to five common parenting challenges in a second lockdown

Priory experts: How to handle depression and anxiety as England enters a second national lockdown

Animal-assisted therapy at Priory Hospital Woking is helping patients

Pandemic stress-eating: Priory specialist offers 10 tips to help avoid ‘emotional eating’ in a second lockdown

Number of people drinking alcohol at ‘hazardous levels’ up by a third

COVID burnout: when ‘working from home’ means longer hours and poorer mental health

New poll shows worrying approach to alcohol as 51% polled in Birmingham admit they’d ‘drink to get drunk’

Priory experts talk about Covid-19 depression amid concerns about a “second wave”

Becoming an undergraduate during a pandemic: Priory expert offers advice

Boost for service personnel and their families as Priory signs Armed Forces Covenant

Patients build their own foot-golf course at Kneesworth House mental health hospital

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With the UK officially in recession, Priory mental health expert talks about job loss and the stages of grief: coping and recovering

Nearly six in 10 Londoners ‘drink to get drunk’ according to new poll

Faltering economy can cause ‘escalation in anxiety levels’ says Priory psychiatrist

Unhealthy post-lockdown drinking habits? It’s time to reassess our relationship with alcohol, says Priory expert

Tips for coping with children’s post-lockdown separation anxiety

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Overwhelmed and unemployed: How the pandemic has affected job prospects for young adults - and how to look after your mental health

Post-lockdown drinking: the warning signs

Cultivating calm

As shops reopen, a Priory specialist talks about the changing face of shopping - and why, for some, ‘shopping addiction’ won’t have gone away

Job loss and the stages of grief: coping and recovering

Conference call app-rehension? How to reduce your anxiety when video conferences form an important part of your day

Job loss and mental health: How do you cope?

Five ways to help a 'quaranteenager': Priory expert offers advice to parents of teenagers in lockdown

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Staying positive and motivated when you have been furloughed: mental health advice for employees

“Eating disorders love it when you're alone”.

Expert therapists accessed from anywhere with online therapy

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Recognising the triggers for over-eating or increased alcohol intake during the pandemic; experts look at how to curb the cravings

Priory expert explains why the current lockdown can ‘unlock’ triggers for recovering addicts – and what they can do

Are you struggling as the parent of a child with ADHD in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic - and unsure how to proceed?

‘Eight ways to de-stress while working remotely’ – Priory expert

How bosses can help staff manage stress when working remotely

OCD and Coronavirus – what those with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder can do to cope

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Positive parenting strategies for the teenage years - by a leading Priory expert

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Priory opens ‘fast access’ treatment centre in Bristol for local people struggling with mental health issues

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Priory invests £1 million in new mental health ward for 12 to 17-year-olds at its world-famous Roehampton Hospital

Leading eating disorders and mental health campaigner Hope Virgo takes time out to meet and inspire patients at a Priory eating disorder clinic

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What happens during an autism assessment?

Coping with grief at Christmas

Digital detox: unwrapping the link between social media and alcohol addiction in the countdown to Christmas

2020 Powerlist recognises Priory expert’s influential contribution to mental health

Care first partners with Woebot® to provide a fully AI-powered mental health chatbot app as part of workplace wellbeing

Resisting the allure of Black Friday – and the effects of debt on mental health

Seasonal Affective Disorder? A white Christmas might help, says Priory expert

How can I help a child with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)?

On World Mental Health Day, Priory expert offers tips for managing anxiety at work

Social anxiety at school

Oxford child psychiatrist talks about bullying in school - what parents can say to their child, and how to help them

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UK Athletics appoints Priory Healthcare for Mental Health Services

Only 1 in 4 students is ‘very happy’ with mental health support offered by their university

Time to checkout your addiction: why we shop and shop - and how to stop

Priory’s hospital in Southampton praised as ‘outstanding’ by inspectors for being ‘caring’

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Staff at specialist service for male residents with mental health problems and learning disabilities praised for being “kind and caring”

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Meet the new “Equine Recruits” who are improving Patient Experience at Priory’s Specialist Brain Injury Centres

How over-eating can be an addiction - and eight strategies to stop it

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Priory scoops coveted apprenticeship award

Expert warns of a rise in men with body image concerns, which can develop into eating disorders

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Trust opens new ward for mental health patients

Local mental health hospital rated as good across the board

Nottingham mental health hospital run by the Priory Group is rated ‘outstanding’ by CQC

Ruled by food? Priory expert on eight ways to break the cycle of over-eating

Menopause can trigger eating disorders, says Priory expert

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A local mental healthcare hospital rated ‘outstanding’ for being ‘well-led’

Eight ways to de-stress at your desk – Priory expert

UK alcohol expert who warns that hangovers really do get worse as you get older

‘Outstanding’ rating for local hospital which offers specialist care for mental health patients

Hazelwood House rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, putting it in the top 6% in England

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Staff at Priory brain injury hospital hand cheque to local charity supporting the homeless

How to stay sober once Dry January has ended

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Dig it! Hidden treasure found at Priory mental health hospital

Advice on giving up alcohol for Christmas or Dry January from top alcohol addiction expert

How to look after your mental health at Christmas

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Children’s mental health disorders are on the rise

Unwrapping the psychology of Christmas shopping and Black Friday…and its impact on mental health

Priory’s Kemple View receives award for excellence

Families waiting years for autism diagnoses leaves youngsters unsupported at school

Priory expert talks of the opioid problem in the UK, and how to get help

Cannabis use fuelling rise in psychosis among young adults, says top Priory expert

More than two thirds of parents think Government should introduce digital age of consent

Ten ways a parent can help a child avoid self-harming

I’m suffering from depression and anxiety – how do I tell my boss?

Student stress and anxiety – how to be mentally prepared for university

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How social media is fuelling anxiety and depression among parents

Social media is forcing young people to “compare and despair”

“Scroll-free September” aims to break your addiction to social media and improve your mental health

How to cope with the breakdown of a long-term relationship

Breastfeeding problems fuelling poor mental health

Tips for coping with anxiety and depression whilst holding down a full-time job

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Priory Group to support GLAD study

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Priory Healthcare official partner of The Shaw Mind Foundation

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