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25.01.2022 ISPS International Conference in Rotterdam has begun! Prof Jim Van Os introduces our keynote speakers

24.01.2022 ISPS Australia was one of the many proud sponsors of Re-Awaken Australia.

23.01.2022 Thanks for sharing your story Matt Ball

22.01.2022 Presentation by Prof John Read What causes psychosis?

22.01.2022 https://youtu.be/Wiu7RIQTdOE

21.01.2022 Expressions of Interest are now being taken from interested and suitably experienced people to become voluntary members of our board.We are seeking persons with a strong commitment to and understanding of mental health recovery and innovative approaches to psychosis and or a lived experience of mental health recovery, as well as further knowledge and experience as outlined in our Expression of Interest to become an ISPS Australia Board Director document. http://www.isps.org.au/board-documents/

20.01.2022 ISPS Australia is a proud sponsor of the ReAwaken Conference that is currently underway in Adelaide, South Australia. Oryx Cohen kicked of the keynote presentations this morning, with ‘Wisdom from the wounded healer’ Board Members Step and Matt run a workshop on ‘Just do it’ Lovely to reconnect at the conference with some of our ISPS members.

20.01.2022 Upcoming online event ISPS Webinar: COVID-19 and Psychosis. This event is free and open to anyone.

20.01.2022 Okay folksas those who know me well already know, one of the greatest sources of hope for me is the next generation of lived experience researchers: the future... of transformation. Please help disseminate this research project inspired and developed by the amazing Shannon Pagdon. Anyone who identifies as having some experience of psychosis is eligible. -________ Interested in helping build our understanding of the complex intersections between trauma or difficult events and what is conventionally labelled psychosis? The ways in which providers respond to these intersections and impact of these responses? Consider participating in a service user led online survey: 'Experiences of the Intersections of Psychosis, Difficult Events & Trauma' Why conduct this study: We know that difficult or traumatic experiences are a major risk factor for psychosis, that the onset of psychosis can itself be experienced as traumatic, and that the form or content of the experience of psychosis can also be distressing. However the relationships between these experiences, from the perspective of those with first-hand experience, have not been well researched. What is involved if you participate: Researchers at the University of South Florida invite participation in a collaboratively developed online research survey on the above topics. The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete and responses are completely anonymous. Who is eligible: Anyone 18 years of age or older and who self-identifies as having current or prior experiences that would conventionally be labelled psychosis is free to participate. Benefits and risks: We are unsure if you will receive any benefits by taking part in this research study. This research is considered to be minimal risk. Compensation: Every 10th participant in the survey will be compensated with a $50 gift card, up to 5 gift cards. Study Protocol: 001031 Contact Information: If you have any questions, please contact the primary investigator, Dr. Nev Jones at [email protected]. This project was collaboratively developed by Nev Jones, Shannon Pagdon and Cherise Rosen. To participate click here: https://usf.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_42FdB0vsReyHSUR

19.01.2022 ISPS Australia would like to thank Lucy Johnston and John Crombie for an amazing and inspiring workshop on the ‘Power Threat Meaning Framework’ in Adelaide.

17.01.2022 It could be that the profession of psychiatry needs a revolution. A UK medical doctor with experience in mental health feels that we’re still trying to understand and come to terms with mental health issuesand how best to provide treatment. He talks with two psychiatrists, a historian, and a service user. They all can imagine a different future for psychiatry.

16.01.2022 Psychology Today covers ECT review and call to suspend review pending necessary research

15.01.2022 I am so happy to have worked with John Read and Tony Morrison (and some great people at the Psychiatric Times) on this article on trauma and psychosis (and two ...approaches to working with people). The support of some of the team at Psychiatric Times meant that the article was initially sought out by them and, to our bemusement, was selected to provide CME (education credits) for those who engage with it and answer our quiz afterwards - making it more likely it might get read. In addition to John's summary of the literature around trauma and psychosis, and Tony's overview of CBTp - I was given the task of writing about Hearing Voices Groups in a way that might engage (or at least not fully alienate) psychiatrists in the US. In around 500 words, it wasn't easy ... but we got there. I'm most proud (and relieved) that we were able to promote HVN USA and also provide a rationale for the importance of respecting people's own beliefs rather than coming in with a professionalised view ... as always there are a million (or so) things that could have been improved with my contribution - but here's an excerpt and a link to the article in full. https://www.psychiatrictimes.com//traumas-adversities-and- I don't think it'll change the world, but I really hope a few psychiatrists read it and become interested in finding out more. We put loads of references in with this hope. Here's part of the article .... " Rather than provide treatment, Hearing Voices Groups prioritize connection and exploration.(30) The role of the facilitators, therefore, is to lead by listening, supporting the group’s safety and development by encouraging collaborative decision-making and an ethos of mutual support.(31) Facilitators often have personal experience of hearing voices but also include mental health professionals and other allies. A key tenet of [the approach] is a commitment to respect people’s right to understand their experiences in their own way.(32) This can be difficult for clinicians who feel that unusual or delusional explanations should be challenged, especially in acute psychosis. However, given both the denial of trauma many survivors fear, and the way trauma and adversity can relate to themes within psychosis, rejecting fragmentary or confusing narratives risks also rejecting the person’s truths (5-8,33). Just as collective sharing of trauma narratives can create a common bond of humanity when we understand that we come to the table of dialogue with different kinds of trauma, all of which are important,(34) the explicit pluralism of Hearing Voices Groups may provide a safe structure for members to hear and be heard. According to a survey of members of English Hearing Voices Groups, although 95% were mental health service users, the strongest results included members feeling that groups provide a safe and confidential space to discuss difficult things, and support that is unavailable elsewhere.(35)" That we could write a solidly referenced article in a publication like this is a massive credit to all those who have been living, learning and writing. It's not a solitary effort, but part of a collective attempt to widen the possibilities available to those of us who end up diagnosed with a form of psychosis.

12.01.2022 ISPS is now on YouTube! Check out the latest videos from the ISPS Rotterdam conference Conference opening, keynote lectures, conversations in the foyer and much more on our new channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1rKQIhRGT9rpt5sa9-8PaQ

12.01.2022 Looks like an amazing conference.

10.01.2022 Looking forward to the PTM training with Lucy in Australia

08.01.2022 Sharing one of the most powerful keynote presentations from the recent Reawaken Conference in South Australia. Thank you PJ Moynihan

06.01.2022 The Myth of Normal

05.01.2022 Thought provoking reflections from Lucy Johnstone on her experiences of delivering the Power Threat Meaning Framework workshops in Australia and New Zealand. Thank you Lucy

04.01.2022 Inspiring work and research on Hearing Voices Groups and CBT by Gordon Kay from Brisbane shared at the #TheMHS Conference in Brisbane today

04.01.2022 Valuable Lived Experience webinar on What Hurts and What Helps in Psychosis

04.01.2022 Part one of a casual conversation I recently had about voice hearing with psychologist Joe De Cotta.

01.01.2022 Dainius Pras - Bringing Human Rights to Mental Health Care In this interview, Dainius Pras discusses his own journey as a psychiatrist, his decision to get involved in human rights work, his goals for his UN reports, and the future of rights-based mental health care.