The Fully Well Doc Pod

Ep. 9 - Can Traumatic Experiences Help Doctors Grow?

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Dr Amrita Sen Mukherjee talks to us about her research in post traumatic growth, and how it plays a part in our wellbeing.

 

Topics we discuss:

 

  • Dr Amrita’s experience delivering a TEDx talk where the theme was “tackling adversity and embracing change”
  • Post traumatic growth. What is it and how does it benefit people?
  • How timing is important when considering how traumatic events have an affect on us
  • The medical identity that’s formed at medical school and how this can be harmful
  • “Human first, doctor second” approach to improving doctor wellbeing, and therefore healthcare
  • The importance of real reflection and how it can have most impact.
  • Positive psychology - what it is and how it can help us improve our wellbeing.
  • How cultivating vulnerability can lead to ongoing personal growth and improved wellbeing.



    • Resources mentioned in this episode:

     

    Dr.Amrita Sen Mukherjee’s website - https://yourwellbeing.doctor/

     

    Email - [email protected]

     

    Dr. Amrita’s Tedx Talk - Watch it on YouTube



    Wellness wonder: 

     

    Disabled doctors network

     

    Other resources:

     

    Samaritans UK

     

    Samaritans USA

     

    Doctors in Distress

     

    NHS Practitioner Health

     

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