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Online event exploring social media showcases collaboration with young people

28 October 2024

On Thursday 19 September the Wolfson Centre for Young People’s Mental Health hosted a special webinar to mark Youth Mental Health Day, in partnership with young people.  

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Wolfson Centre co-director featured on BBC Science Café podcast highlighting mental health research in Wales

22 October 2024

Professor Frances Rice, co-director of the Wolfson Centre for Young People’s Mental Health, recently appeared on a BBC podcast to discuss mental health research.

New study reveals increased mental health challenges among children over time

22 October 2024

A new Wolfson Centre study has found that children in England with psychiatric disorders are facing more severe difficulties today compared to two decades ago.

New study in Wales urges tailored mental health support for university students

19 September 2024

A new study from Wolfson Centre researchers based at Swansea University calls for customised mental health services to address the specific needs of university students in Wales.

International summer school in youth mental health research reaches over 100 participants

12 August 2024

The Wolfson Centre for Young People’s Mental Health held its fourth virtual Summer School in Youth Mental Health Research, drawing more than 100 participants from over 20 different countries across the globe.

Wolfson Centre researcher receives prestigious early career award

26 July 2024

Dr Olakunle Ogin has been honoured with the prestigious Behaviour Genetics Association Early Career Award. 

Wolfson Centre attends the Mental Health and Wellbeing Show 2024

10 June 2024

The Wolfson Centre team engaged in meaningful conversations with visitors and representatives from other organisations.

Dr Alex George ‘opened up’ talks about youth mental health challenges

14 May 2024

Doctor and presenter to speak at Cardiff University’s Cardiff Conversations series about youth mental health

Wolfson Centre co-director elected fellow of the Learned Society of Wales

8 May 2024

Professor Stephan Collishaw, co-director of the Wolfson Centre has been elected as a fellow for the Learned Society of Wales.

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New flagship study aims to protect young people against depression

24 April 2024

The Wolfson Centre for Young People's Mental Health has launched an ambitious research study aimed at safeguarding young people against the risk of developing depression.