New publication: Exploring Access to Mental Health and Primary Care Services for People With Severe Mental Illness During the COVID-19 Restrictions

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People with severe mental ill health (SMI) experience profound health inequalities and reduced life expectancy. What has been their experience in getting support from health services during the COVID-19 restrictions? The OWLS study team examined access to mental health services during the pandemic restrictions through a survey of 367 people with bipolar and psychosis disorders.

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