Opinions

Bailey-Lee Robb Cowdenbeath MSYP, talks about Adverse Childhood Experiences and the ambition to make Scotland the first ACE aware nation

The first in our four-part opinion series exploring what it means to be a Digital Discoverer.

To mark Self Management Week, Nancy explains why defining the term for people living with Crohn's and Colitis has been a challenge.

The last ten years have brought a significant change in the climate in General Practice and underlined a strong case for working differently

Robert reflects on the work undertaken by the PBC Foundation to ensure self management is recognised as central to good quality care of PBC.

Karen McIntyre reflects on organising the first More than Medline event in Renfrewhire and the importance of working across sectors.

Ahead of World Alzheimer's Day, Irene tells us about the impact compassion, kindness and care can have on people living with dementia.

Angela introduces us to the new Charity, which builds on the best of Arthritis Care and Arthritis Research UK.

Sharon tells us about the difference the Dementia Cannula Sleeve has made for people living with dementia.

As part of our Gaun Yersel! stories, Lisa considers the evidence needed to ensure the focus is on learning how self management works.

Tommy shares his thoughts on the 'You Can Make a Difference' campaign's incredible landmark.

Fiona gives a powerful account of her own experience for Suicide Prevention Week 2018.

Emma shares her reflections on the progress that is being made in relation to Suicide Prevention in Scotland.

Do this years’ ‘Data under Development’ statistics on Self-directed Support call for cautious optimism?

Continuing stories of ten years since Gaun Yersel: Self Management Strategy for Scotland, Fiona Garrett reflects on what's been achieved.

Andrew casts his eye over the key commitments contained in the Programme for Government.

In the lead up to the Self Management Awards, we find out more about our judges and what self management means to them.

At a recent Declaration event in Glasgow, the ALLIANCE screened the ACEs film 'Resilience' Jackie Tolland joined the panel.

Maggie Clark writes about the experiences of her and her daughter with navigating mental health services in Scotland.

As part of our Gaun Yersel! stories, Jane Holt reflects on ten years of the Self Management Strategy for Scotland.

Chris Littlejohn and Linda Duthie from NHS Grampian reflect on the process of building House of Care in Grampian.

In the lead up to the Self Management Awards, we find out more about our judges and what self management means to them.

Andrew reflects on a new model for mental health support that could help break down power imbalances between service users and staff.

Gillian shares Arthritis Care's self management journey over the last 10 years and how much has been achieved.

Benj McElwee, of See Me, writes about the inherent value of drawing upon social networks when conceptualising health and social care.