Research and expertise Combining social, genetic and developmental research to understand mental health. Explore our research themes
Research impact We lead internationally renowned cohorts, with specialism in longitudinal cohorts. Discover our impact
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Postgraduate taught Our world-class, research-led learning experience attracts the very best students from around the…
Postgraduate research The IoPPN is one of the world's leading centres for mental health and related neurosciences…
29 September 2026 Cannabis use linked to higher risk of violence, major review finds People who use cannabis are more likely both to carry out violent acts and to experience violence,…
17 September 2026 Genetic risk for PTSD may depend on the trauma experienced Some genes may make you more vulnerable to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) from certain types…
8 September 2026 Healthy lifestyles linked to slower biological ageing in severe mental illness People with severe mental illness could age faster than the general population if they have an…
1 September 2026 Growing up socially isolated linked to young people becoming Neet Around a million young people in the UK are not in education, employment or training (Neet). The…