Health On The Line Mental health and the Ten-Year Health Plan: delivering on its bold ambitions
Jul 23, 2025
Dr. Ify Okocha, chief executive of Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, and Rebecca Gray, director of the NHS Confederation’s Mental Health Network, discuss the government's Ten-Year Health Plan's ambitious mental health initiatives. They address the urgent need for early intervention and community involvement, particularly in youth mental health. The conversation highlights integrating neighborhood health and innovative digital solutions, while tackling the balance of optimism in healthcare reforms and ensuring stability for working parents. Their insights offer a hopeful yet realistic view on improving mental health services.
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Optimistic Vision of 10-Year Plan
- The 10-year plan offers a bold and optimistic vision for mental health.
- Its success hinges on effective, real-world delivery.
Youth Mental Health Drivers
- Mental health decline in youth stems from social issues beyond NHS scope.
- Tackling social determinants requires collective societal effort alongside health services.
Neighbourhood Focus on Social Determinants
- ICB neighbourhood health models present a key chance to address social determinants locally.
- Focusing on deprivation will improve outcomes in the most affected communities.