Publications

This report outlines the findings from a retrospective servce audit across mental health services in the North West region. The report aims to provide an understanding of the real benefits of localised approaches to stepped care service provision for treating common mental health problems (including anxiety and depression) within the following communities: Salford, Chester, Manchester and Ashton, Leigh & Wigan. A brief overview of stepped care is offered in ‘What is Stepped Care?’ on page 8.

This report utilises the findings of the audit to offer key information for PCT Commissioners with the aim of improving service provision and provider management; Assisting the design of stepped care service provision for common mental health problems (including anxiety and depression) andPromoting access to mental health treatment in primary care for common mental health problems 

This report describes a specific change initiative, the FAMILY collaborative, which used plan-do-study-act (PDSA) cycles to improve outcomes and facilitate numerous small localised changes across health, social care and third sector agencies - together adding up to a significant body of work. More information on PDSA cycles and the Collaborative method can be found in our useful links

This report describes the findings from an evaluation of Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (cCBT) across the NHS and Thrid Sector. The findings offer Commissioners key learning on the 'boosters' and 'blockers' to the effective implementation of cCBT. The recommendations outline a range of factors which accelerate innovation and improvement, as well as highlight the risks, barriers and slow down factors which affect implementation.