In this episode we explore the best way to approach the application process for the psychiatry training programme. Joining us this episode are Dr Cate Houen, Deputy Director of Training at SA Psychiatry Branch Training Committee, Dr Shane Gill, Director of Training at Glenside campus and Prof Cherrie Galletely, Director of Training at NALHN and Interim Dean of the Adelaide University Medical School. 

Dr Cheryl Lee is a psychiatrist for older people. She is passionate and clearly loves her work. Join us this episode as she shares with us the details of what goes on in old age psychiatry, some of her memorable experiences, the application process and some interesting perspectives on Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT). 

This podcast was produced with financial support provided by the Psychiatry Interest Forum (PIF). The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) has received Australian Government funding under the Specialist Training Program to fund the PIF. The views shared through the podcasts are those of the contributors and not necessarily the views of the RANZCP and PIF.

Our very first episode explores the idea of resilience, mental health and self-care with Dr Jörg Strobel, a consultant psychiatrist at the Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network. 

Recommended resources:

Sounds true podcast featuring Dr Kelly McGonigal ‘Cultivating positive change’ https://www.resources.soundstrue.com/podcast/

Ted talk by Shawn Achor 'The happy secret to better work' https://www.ted.com/talks/shawn_achor_the_happy_secret_to_better_work

Ted talk by Amy Cuddy ' Your body language may shape who you are' https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are

Ted talk by Vic Strecher 'On purpose' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCNra5pIJIM

Neurohacker website (diagrams referenced by Dr Strobel are located here!) https://neurohacker.com/access-foundational-guide-to-neurohacking

This podcast was produced with financial support provided by the Psychiatry Interest Forum (PIF). The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) has received Australian Government funding under the Specialist Training Program to fund the PIF. The views shared through the podcast are those of the contributors and not necessarily the views of the RANZCP and PIF.

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