Salience and discovery in BJPsych

Abstract

This editorial discuses the public and professionals require accessible summaries of the best research evidence and most may read no more than the press coverage or abstract; if captivated or surprised by the findings, they may proceed to delve into the full text of the research publication. This might help clinicians to improve evidence-based care and researchers to inform their work and plan future work, and for patients and the public the information may provide more personal guidance on care based on evidence. However, researchers and clinicians working in communities, in primary and secondary care apply the findings in particular local contexts and with specific cohorts of complex symptoms and comorbid illnesses; every patient will have their personal worries or concerns informed by their family histories and their illness perceptions about what causes or cures an illness. This month's BJPsych provides more opportunities to collectively build the evidence and knowledge base for improved care. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2021 APA, all rights reserved)