Teachers to be given extra training to spot #mentalhealth problems

Theresa May will announce a new prevention plan designed to shake up the Government's approach to mental illness. The initiative aims to give education professionals the skills to identify potential problems before they become critical, possibly leading to selfharm or suicide. Teachers, social workers, healthcare professionals and local council staff will all receive extra training and resources. Mrs May said last night: "Too many of us have seen firsthand the devastating consequences of mental illness, which is why tackling this burning injustice has always been a personal priority for me. But we should never accept a rise in mental health