Purple Couch: A Psychiatry Podcast

By Ahmed Badat

This podcast will feature a mental health care practitioner each episode as we tackle different topics in mental health. It is intended as a study aid for medical students and junior doctors and to pr... more

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How many episodes does Purple Couch: A Psychiatry Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 8 episodes available.

Purple Couch: A Psychiatry Podcast episodes:

May 12, 2023 The Basics of Antipsychotics with Dr. Nazeema Ariefdien
This episode is an introduction to the broad topic of antipsychotics. We discuss the mechanism of action of antipsychotics in relation to neuroanatomy as well as their adverse effects. We also cover the classification of antipsychotics and considerations when prescribing an antipsychotic to a patient.
The content of this podcast in intended as an overview for medical learners. If you, or anyone close to you are experiencing difficulties with your mental health, please contact your health care provider. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) may be contacted on 0800 456 789 or www.sadag.org. This podcast is not affiliated with any educational institution. Please follow the protocols and guidelines at your health care facility.
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47min
May 11, 2023 Diagnosing Schizophrenia with Dr Zenaida Tenea
In this episode, we are joined by guest psychiatrist Dr. Zenaida Tenea to discuss the diagnosis of schizophrenia.
Schizophrenia is a complex mental health condition that is often misunderstood. Dr. Tenea, who has a special interest in burnout, mood disorders, and TLE, provides her expertise and experience in diagnosing this condition. She addresses some of the common misconceptions surrounding schizophrenia and provides insights into the complexities of its diagnosis.
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32min
August 31, 2022 Attachment with Clinical Psychologist Kgabe Molepo
This episode covers the basic principles underlying attachment theory and how it was developed. We also discuss different attachment styles and implications of insecure attachment, and finally how attachment theory is relevant in healthcare, especially for pediatric patients.
The content of this podcast in intended as an overview for medical learners. If you, or anyone close to you are experiencing difficulties with your mental health, please contact your health care provider. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) may be contacted on 0800 456 789 or www.sadag.org. This podcast is not affiliated with any educational institution. Please follow the protocols and guidelines at your health care facility.
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40min
July 11, 2022 Neurocognitive Disorders (Dementia) with Dr. Karishma Lowton
This episode follows a case study in developing an approach to patients presenting with cognitive dysfunction. We also discuss investigations and appropriate management, as well as differentiate the presentation of different types of dementia. The content of this podcast in intended as an overview for medical learners.
If you, or anyone close to you are experiencing difficulties with your mental health, please contact your health care provider. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) may be contacted on 0800 456 789 or www.sadag.org.
This podcast is not affiliated with any educational institution. Please follow the protocols and guidelines at your health care facility.
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58min
July 25, 2021 Peripartum Depression with Dr. Alex Maisto
This episode focuses on the important topic of peripartum depression. We discuss pathophysiology, an approach to history and examination as well as an overview of management with a focus on the expectations placed on new mothers and how this may impact on their mental health. The content of this podcast in intended as an overview for medical learners.
If you, or anyone close to you are experiencing difficulties with your mental health, please contact your health care provider. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) may be contacted on 0800 456 789 or www.sadag.org
This podcast is not affiliated with any educational institution. Please follow the protocols and guidelines at your health care facility.
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1h 30min
April 09, 2021 The Psychiatric Interview with Dr. Sanushka Moodley
This episode focuses on the basics of conducting a psychiatric interview in the acute setting. We touch on aims of the interview, relevant information within each cluster and challenges in navigating difficult scenarios.
The content of this podcast in intended as an overview for medical learners. If you, or anyone close to you are experiencing difficulties with your mental health, please contact your health care provider. This podcast is not affiliated with any educational institution.
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1h 6min
November 10, 2020 01: The Psychiatric Interview with Dr Sanushka Moodley
This episode focuses on the basics of conducting a psychiatric interview in the acute setting. We touch on aims of the interview, relevant information within each cluster and challenges in navigating difficult scenarios.
The content of this podcast in intended as an overview for medical learners. If you, or anyone close to you are experiencing difficulties with your mental health, please contact your health care provider. This podcast is not affiliated with any educational institution.
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1h 6min
November 06, 2020 Trailer- Purple Couch: A Psychiatry Podcast
Welcome to the podcast! As a relatively new registrar in Psychiatry, I realised that many students do not have access to variety of study materials, specifically mental health in the South African context. This podcast will feature a specialist psychiatrist each episode as we tackle an approach to different topics in mental health.
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FAQs about Purple Couch: A Psychiatry Podcast:

How many episodes does Purple Couch: A Psychiatry Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 8 episodes available.