Black Dog Institute Podcasts for Health Professionals

COVID-19 has caused significant challenges for many of us in Australia and around the world.

In this episode of Being Well we spoke to four of our previous guests to see how they are travelling. We asked them how COVID impacted their life, how they are managing this impact and what they are looking forward to after restrictions ease?

If you need additional support or information about COVID-19 please visit: https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/resources-support/coronavirus-resources-for-anxiety-stress/

Some of the things spoken about in this podcast may be distressing to some people. If you or someone you know find this content distressing and require assistance, please call LifeLine on 13 11 14 or beyondblue on 1300 22 4636.

This Expert Insights session will focuses on understanding and supporting youths throughout the COVID-19 era. We discuss some of the advantages and drawbacks of staying home for youths, and the differences in impact for adolescents and children. Finally, we explore some practical ways to support and maintain the wellbeing of youths and parents

Panel Members:

Helen Dodd

Professor of Child Psychology, University of Reading

Stephanie Healy

Diverse Learning Co-ordinator, Villa Maria Primary School and St Patrick Primary School

 

Sophie Li

Senior Clinical Research Manager, The Black Dog Institute

Facilitated by: Dr Carol Newall, Black Dog Institute GP Consultant

Recording and sound production: Nathan Bell

Voiceover: Cameron Banks, Black Dog Institute

Dale Skinner has been a Lived Experience presenter with Black Dog Institute since the 17th of June 2011, the reason why he knows this exact date is because he has it tattooed on his arm.

Dale talks about his experience living with Bipolar Disorder and why he is so passionate about mental health education in this episode of Being Well.

Some of the things spoken about in this podcast may be distressing to some people. If you or someone you know find this content distressing and require assistance, please call LifeLine on 13 11 14 or beyondblue on 1300 22 4636.

This podcast based on a recent webinar will provide an overview of the current research evidence regarding diet as a key determinant of and treatment target for mental health across the life stages, including a brief exploration of mechanisms of action.

It will also provide clear guidance on the principles of improving mental health outcomes through dietary support and counselling.

Hosted by: Dr Jan Orman

Guests: Prof. Michael Berk, Dr. Tetyana Rocks, Dr. Sarah Weaver, Gina Howland

Based on Webinar 38 in the eMHPrac Series for Allied Health Professionals https://medcast.com.au/courses/316

This Expert Insights session focusses on the longer term mental health effects of the bushfires. Trauma related to events like the bush fires experienced late 2019/early 2020 are real.

Throughout this session, we discuss the elements of successful mental health support and recovery in the months and years after the bushfires. We also cover the latest research evidence on community recovery, the services that are available to support best outcomes and the recent expansion of Medicare funding for mental health services for people affected by bushfires.

Panel Members

Wayne: Lived experience representative

Ms Ros Knight: Clinical and Counselling Psychologist, President of Australian Psychological Society and Clinic Director at Macquarie University Psychology Clinic

Professor Richard Bryant: Scientia Professor at School of Psychology UNSW and Director of Traumatic Stress Clinic Westmead Hospital

Professor Zachary Steel: St John of God Chair of Trauma and Mental Health, School of Psychiatry UNSW and The Black Dog Institute

Facilitated by: Dr Carol Newall, Black Dog Institute GP Consultant

Recording and sound production: Nathan Bell

Voiceover: Cameron Banks, Black Dog Institute

Paul Callaghan is a proud Worimi man from Port Stephens. He was the first person in his family to finish High School, and is now an author, PhD candidate and cultural consultant.

On this episode of the podcast Paul shares his lived experience of depression, and discusses the importance of connection to Aboriginal culture and spirituality for his wellbeing.

Some of the things spoken about in this podcast may be distressing to some people. If you or someone you know find this content distressing and require assistance, please call LifeLine on 13 11 14 or beyondblue on 1300 22 4636.

Presented by Jan Orman

Produced by Nathan Bell.

Additional production by Olivia De Pomeroy.

This podcast based on a recent webinar will provide an overview of obsessive compulsive disorder, how the disorder presents, and how it is most effectively assessed and treated.

Contemporary research on the efficacy of internet-delivered treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder is outlined and services that provide such treatment are discussed.

Hosted by: Dr Jan Orman

Guests: Dr Janine Clark, Dr Sarah Weaver, Dr Bethany Wooten

Based on Webinar 37 in the eMHPrac Series for Health Professionals available at medcast.com.au/courses/306

Australia has recently been devastated by bushfires spanning across the country. Mental health professionals are on the front line, providing support to those effected.

This podcast will provide an overview of what previous disasters have taught us about trauma reactions in children, adults, families and communities and what the evidence based and evidence informed interventions are that you can use in your practice. .

Hosted by: Dr Jan Orman

Guests: Nicole Sadler, Janette Cook, Jane Nursey, Dr Sara Renwick-Lau

Based on Webinar 36 in the eMHPrac Series for Health Professionals available at medcast.com.au/courses/305

Conceptualisations Of Depression by Black Dog Institute

Benvinda is a GP, who had a thriving practice in Sydney's Inner West for many years. Benvinda has experienced significant mental health difficulties throughout her career, and like many doctors turned to work during tough times.

In this episode of Being Well, Benvinda talks about how she manages her mental health which allows her to continue to work as a GP.

Some of the things spoken about in this podcast may be distressing to some people. If you or someone you know find this content distressing and require assistance, please call LifeLine on 13 11 14 or beyondblue on 1300 22 4636.

Presented by Jan Orman

Produced by Nathan Bell.

Additional production by Olivia De Pomeroy.