Black Dog Institute Podcasts for Health Professionals

Social prescribing (sometimes referred to as non-medical prescribing or community referral) is a relatively new concept, developed as an innovative way to move beyond the medical model and address the wider social determinants of health.

This podcast examines some of the online mental health treatment programs that GPs need to know about, focusing on evidence-based programs that have been developed in Australia.

Hosted by: Dr Jan Orman

Guests: Prof. Katherine Boydell, Dr. Katherine Gill & Dr Phoebe Holdenson Kimura

Based on Webinar 32 in the eMHPrac Series for Health Professionals available at medcast.com.au/courses/282

Military service has both positive and negative impacts upon the individual serving and their family.

This podcast will examine the impact of military service upon families mental health in more detail and provide an outline of treatment interventions and resources.

Hosted by: Dr Jan Orman

Guests: Dr. David Mitchell, Bree Till and Joanna Rousten

Based on Webinar 30 in the eMHPrac Series for Health Professionals available at medcast.com.au/courses/267

Special thanks to the Department of Veterans Affairs for their contribution to the development of this webinar.

Craig is now a mental health advocate, and speaker for Black Dog Institute.

Listen to Part 2 of Craig's story to hear how he turned his breakdown into a breakthrough.

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

When you first meet Craig Semple it's hard to imagine that someone like him has experienced mental health difficulties.

In part 1 of Craig's Story, we hear about Craig's career as a Detective in the NSW Police Force, which lead to him living with PTSD for 9 years. Craig is now a mental health advocate, and speaker for Black Dog Institute.

Listen to Part 2 of Craig's story to hear how he turned his breakdown into a breakthrough.

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

Dr Molly Shorthouse is the Director of Medical Services at Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation in East Arnhem Land.

In this episode of Being Well Molly shares her experiences working as a rural mental health doctor. Once you've listened to Molly speak you will understand why she has been welcomed with open arms into her local community.

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

Music by Yunupingu Gurrumul, Wiyathul

Additional production by Olivia De Pomeroy.

Perinatal psychological distress is commonly experienced by new and expecting mothers.

This podcast will discuss the impact of perinatal mood disorders and ways in which distress can be prevented, detected and treated.

Hosted by: Dr Jan Orman

Guests: Prof Jane Fisher, Prof Jeannette Milgrom & Dr Elizabeth Maher

Based on Webinar 29 in the eMHPrac Series for Health Professionals available at medcast.com.au/courses/265

Special thanks to the Perinatal Depression e-Consortium for their contribution to the development of this webinar.

Bipolar 2 disorder can be challenging for clinicians to both diagnose and manage effectively. However, timely recognition and intervention are vital to prevent a range of adverse biopsychosocial outcomes for people living with the disorder.

Listen into this discussion between clinicians, researchers and lived experience representatives as we discuss the distinguishing features of Bipolar 2 disorder and explore a range of management strategies to help facilitate recovery and long term wellness.

Panel Members:

Professor Phillip Mitchell - Scientia Professor at the school of Psychiatry, University of New South Wales

Jo Leidreiter – Psychologist specialising in bipolar and mood disorders

Alana Fisher - Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Matilda Centre at the University of Sydney

Ollie - our Lived Experience Representative for this session

Facilitated by:

Dr Vered Gordon

Podast recorded and edited by:

Nathan Bell

In this podcast, based on a recent webinar, our panel explores the issue of focus on the issue of mental health in the workplace.

Workplace mental health is a subject of great interest as increasing numbers of employees experience work-related psychological injury that can change their life trajectory

Hosted by: Dr Jan Orman

Guests: A/Prof Samuel Harvey & Peter Ferreira

Based on Webinar 28 in the eMHPrac Series for Health Professionals available at medcast.com.au/courses/263

Physical and mental health are often viewed as two entirely distinct entities, each catered for by its own set of services, providers and treatments. In recent years, the interrelationship between physical and mental well-being has been more widely studied and a range of physiological pathways linking the two have come to light.

This Expert Insights podcast explores the science of the mind - body interface and examines some of the emerging evidence underpinning the call for a more integrated approach to overall health.

Panelists:

- Jamie | Lived Experience Representative

- Ute Vollmer-Conna | A/Professor, School of Psychiatry UNSW

- Dr Maryanne O’Donnell | Consultant Psychiatrist, Prince of Wales Hospital

- Michaela Pascoe | Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Facilitated by:

- Dr Vered Gordon

In loving memory of Paula, thank you for your generosity in sharing your story.

Paula is a counsellor specialising in the prevention and treatment of eating disorders, a former dancer and a mother, who is living with a stage 4 cancer diagnosis.

Paula has remained an optimist throughout her treatment, and shares her story of living with chronic disease on 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.

Presented by Jan Orman

Produced by Nathan Bell

Additional production by Olivia De Pomeroy.