Psychologists have provided important insights into the understanding of mental health disorders, developed powerful evidence-based treatments recommended in NICE guidelines, and led innovations in service delivery. They have successfully drawn on epidemiological, qualitative, observational, psychometric, experimental, clinical trial, and implementation science methodologies. New technologies have been harnessed for assessment and for increasing access to treatment.
Patient and public involvement in research is taken very seriously. Across the different types of mental health problems - and from services for young children to those for older adults - psychologists have a prominent role in making change happen. It is a profession addressing important questions in mental health care and psychological wellbeing.
