In this conversation, Angela McCrimmon shares her personal journey with bipolar disorder, discussing her diagnosis at a young age, the challenges of treatment, and the importance of supportive healthcare relationships. She emphasises the need for better understanding and communication in mental health care, as well as the significance of reducing s…

In this conversation, Naa Adoley Addo shares her journey from psychiatric training in Ghana to her practice in the NHS. She discusses the rigorous training she underwent, the challenges and rewards of working in the UK, and the cultural differences she encounters in mental health care. Naa also reflects on her achievements as a psychiatrist, the ba…

In this informative episode, child psychiatrist Dr. Jenny Parker provides an in-depth exploration of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), discussing its neurodevelopmental nature, common symptoms, and the effects it can have on children and young people. Dr. Parker explains the process of diagnosing ADHD and examines a range of treatmen…

This podcast, hosted by Drs Elaine Lockhart and Asilay Seker, will focus on ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), a common neurodevelopmental condition affecting children and young people. Prof Samuele Cortese from the University of Southampton will give an update on the latest research in this area. This is followed by an interview with…

Mood States is a collection of sculptures by artist Annabel Merrett. They investigate how emotions, feelings and motivations can be exposed by art.Merrett began this series by constructing self-portrait heads using her own cranial measurements. Cross sections were then cut into heads – in the grand tradition of the anatomists – to plumb the depths …

In this episode, we are joined by Dr Manoj Kumar, the RCPsych South Asian Chair, to discuss the mental health landscape in South Asia, with a focus on India. Dr Kumar shares insights into the region's mental health challenges, cultural attitudes, and systemic barriers to care. We explore innovative solutions, the role of technology, and the importa…

The vice-chair in Scotland, Dr Pavan Srireddy took part in a special podcast for the Public Audit Committee in the Scottish Parliament. Dr Srireddy was joined by convener of the Committee Richard Leonard MSP and Anne Rowan, found of suicide charity, Chris’s House. The group discussed the findings of a recent report into mental health and what shoul…

An open and honest conversation looking at living with schizophrenia. Hosted by Dr Jane Morris, with guest Graham Morgan.Graham has authored the books 'Start' and 'Blackbird Singing'.Av RCPsych

In this episode of the Royal College of Psychiatrists Podcast, host Dr Daniela Borges, a general adult psychiatry registrar and secretary of the Psychiatric Trainees Committee (PTC), delves into the theme of the national trainees conference: "Next Generation in Psychiatry." With insights from key figures like the Dean of RCPysch, Professor Subodh D…

In this bumper episode to mark International Women's Day, our Presidential Leads for Women and Mental Health Dr Philippa Greenfield and Dr Catherine Durkin host a conversation with Dr Amrit Sachar, Joint Presidential Lead for Equity and Equality, and Louise Howard, Professor of Women's Mental Health at Kings College London. The conversation looks o…

Curious about what it takes to contribute to the College's vibrant community? This episode is a must-listen! Join us and Dr. Daniela Borges, a dedicated Psychiatric Trainees' Committee (PTC) Rep, as she shares the motivations behind her College role, keeping the balance between professional and College commitments, and encouraging you to contemplat…

In honour of Black History Month, the Royal College of Psychiatrists proudly presents a special episode dedicated to celebrating the extraordinary contributions of black female psychiatrists, and delves deep into the vital issues of racism and equity within the field of psychiatry. Hosted by Dr. Uju Ugochukwu, she is joined Dr. Itai Matumbike and D…

On this episode to commemorate World Mental Health Day, Professor Mohammed Al-Uzri, one of the College's Presidential Leads, takes us on a deep dive into his work on the Global Mental Health Strategy.Av RCPsych

The College is celebrating Black History Month by exploring the relationship between Mental Health and the Arts. We've teamed up with author, poet, editor of BJPsych Muses, and psychiatrist, Dr. Dami Ajayi to create a series of content exploring the theme.For this podcast, we're delighted to introduce you to Oluwatunmise Oladapo Kuku, podcaster, li…

In this podcast to celebrate Pride 2023 we speak to Dr Chris Walsh, Chair of the College's Psychiatric Trainees Committee to discuss his journey from Liverpool to Psychiatry, his creative background, and his advice to LGBTQ+ folks looking to choose psychiatry as a career.Note this is an updated version of the podcast which was reuploaded to correct…

During Mental Health Awareness Week the College is raising awareness of the challenges people with serious mental illnesses, or SMIs, face, Rehabilitation psychiatry plays a crucial role in helping individuals with serious mental illnesses to achieve their full potential and lead fulfilling lives. In this podcast we hear from Dr Katie Fergus, an ex…

The theme for International Women's Day 2023 is 'Embrace Equity'. We conducted a 2 part podcast with Professor Henrietta Bowden-Jones OBE and Dr Trudi Seneviratne OBE on the importance of equity for women in the mental health space.Av RCPsych

In this podcast we hear from three trainees, who each talk about one way the College encourages and supports flexibility in psychiatry training. We also go into how we'll be making training even more flexible over the next five years.It was hosted by Dr Declan Hyland, our Associate Dean for Choose Psychiatry (Careers), and we heard from Dr Rachel K…

In this podcast, Dr Peter Carpenter is interviewing Dr Angela Rouncefield (a Founder Member of the College) on her involvement in the events leading to the creation of the RCPsych in the 1970s, her experiences as a trainee and new consultant at St Lawrence’s Lunatic Asylum in Bodmin, and the creation of the South West Division.…

in this podcast to celebrate Pride 2022, Head of Digital at the Royal College of Psychiatrists, Peter Markham, interviews Jesse, a partnerships manager and recovery worker from The Outside Project, as well as Dr Jenny Drife, adviser to the College on homelessness.Av RCPsych

In the sixth and final episode of the series, Dr Shevonne Matheiken is joined by Professor Femi Oyebode and Dr Shubulade Smith to discuss their lived experiences as doctors of ethnic minorities living and working in the UK. They discuss white privilege, dealing with micro aggressions, barriers to raising issues and the role of allies in nurturing a…

As part of our celebration of Mental Health Awareness Week, Dr Mani Krishnan, spoke to us about the effects of loneliness, and the impact it had on the vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic.Av RCPsych

The wonderful Dr Katherine Kennet joins us for International Women's Day to discuss the climate crisis and the direct and negative effect this has on women and girls, especially those living in the Global South. Katherine talks on both the economic and mental health aspects of climate change and of course, what we can do in our own lives to aid the…

The Chair of the Faculty of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Dr Elaine Lockhart, and her colleagues Dr Guy Northover, Dr Alka Ahuja and Dr Louise Theodosiou reflect on a written piece from a young man who went through the CAHMs system. They also discuss their childhoods and the changes they would like to see for young people in mental health suppor…

Dr Deepa Bagepalli Krishnan is joined by Dr Ananta Dave - Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and President of the British Indian Psychiatric Association(BIPA) - and Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Raja Adnan Ahmed. They discuss their early experiences as International Medical Graduates (IMGs) and how this has shaped their role as current leade…

Trainee and PTC Rep Dr Niamh Sweeney is joined by Mr Simon Fleming - Trauma and Orthopaedic surgeon registrar known for his award-winning campaign 'Hammer It Out' - and Dr Sridevi Kalidindi senior consultant psychiatrist, leadership executive and life coach. They discuss the impact of bullying and harassment on trainees.…

Award-winning actress and filmmaker Dr Parvinder Shergill discusses her latest project, TWELVE, a film on eating disorders. You'll find information on the Faculty of Eating Disorders, anorexia and bulimia and eating disorder resources and reports on our website.Av RCPsych

We are joined by Dr Beena Rajkumar, Dr Syeda Ali, and sexual-harassment lawyer Deeba Syed to unpack the femicide pandemic. In honour of International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women on the 25th of November, our guests discuss the impact of violence on women’s mental health and the tragic murders of Bibaa Henry, Nicole Smallman, Sa…

We have a very special podcast as part of our Choose Psychiatry campaign on dual training. Dual training involves psychiatrists being fully experienced across two key disciplines. Joining us we have three dual trainees, Dr Ross Runciman, Dr Orima Kamalu and Dr Jennifer Parker, who are all involved in General Adult and Old Age Psychiatry. We will be…

Joining us on the podcast, we have Michelle Joseph, who is a patient representative here at the Royal College of Psychiatrists. For Black History Month, Michelle will be sharing her experience of being a patient on a psychiatric ward, her experience of racism in the UK and how she would alter the mental health system to benefit both staff and servi…

Professor Mohammed Al-Uzri joins the Royal College of Psychiatrists to discuss the inequalities that people with mental health needs and disabilities face in modern society. A Consultant Psychiatrist & Associate Medical Director, Professor Al Uzri also talks about a hopeful future and managing stress.…

For World Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September 2021, RCPsych is joined by Dr Alex George to discuss male suicide, social isolation and mental health education. Dr Alex George is a doctor, author and mental health ambassador for the UK government. Since starring on Love Island in 2018, he has campaigned for more attention and funding on young peop…

Are we overlooking postnatal depression in fathers? What kind of pressures are we putting on new dads? We are joined by author Mark Williams and psychiatrist and filmmaker Dr Parvinder Shergill, who both came together on the wonderful short film that is "Daddy Blues." Daddy Blues takes a look at postnatal depression in dads and is based on a true s…

The Psychiatric Trainees Committee (PTC) are proud to present this podcast series that celebrates the lived experience of colleagues and explores topics affecting physician wellbeing. In the third episode, PTC member Dr Rehana Kauser speaks to Dr Jaco Nel and Dr Kathleen Inglott about their experiences of training and working as doctors with disabi…

The Psychiatric Trainees Committee (PTC) are proud to present this podcast series that celebrates the lived experience of colleagues and explores topics affecting physician wellbeing. In the second episode, PTC vice-chair Dr Shevonne Matheiken speaks to two trainees who have been shielding during the COVID-19 pandemic, Drs Leanne Tozer and Raka Mai…

This podcast is part of the celebration of South Asian History Month here at the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Dr Santosh Mudholkar explores thoughts on the interaction between culture, music and the brain. Historically, art and music have played a prominent role in South Asian culture in bringing people together and lifting mental wellbeing.…

We are joined by two wonderful psychiatrists Dr Shevonne Matheiken and Dr Poorna Nagasinghe for South Asian History Month. In this podcast we will be discussing what it's like to have family living back in South Asia during the pandemic, the effect of COVID on deprived communities and finding solace in singing.…

The Psychiatric Trainees Committee (PTC) are proud to present this podcast series that celebrates the lived experience of colleagues and explores topics affecting physician wellbeing. In the first episode, PTC rep Dr Daniel Wilkes speaks to Finding True North author and psychiatrist, Professor Linda Gask and medical student Usama Ali.CreditsMusic: …

Our second PrideCast this month features two experts by experience in mental health, James and Mark. James reflects on the struggle to receive the right kind of help for his eating disorders, OCD and ADHD. Whilst Mark unpacks the bullying he experienced in his childhood for being gay. This podcast contains topics that some listeners may find upsett…

This month we have two very special PrideCasts to celebrate Pride month! We will be talking to Dr Sarah Stansfeld and Lesley Fraser about gay conversion therapy, active steps the government could take to support the LGBTQ+ community, and of course, the difficulties among patients and staff that have arisen during the pandemic.…

Join us for our final episode of the climate change miniseries where we interview psychotherapist Roger Duncan. Roger speaks on his fascinating research into attachment styles, the wilderness and his vital work connecting teenagers to their natural environment.Av RCPsych

Our lead author on the College’s sustainability position statement, Dr Katherine Kennet, joins us to discuss the importance of integrating the natural world with more traditional therapy and how she would encourage other mental health professionals to use ecotherapy.Av RCPsych

In episode one we will be talking to Michelle, who lived with anxiety and depression for over two decades and recently got involved with a Wildlife Trust in Lancashire called MyPlace. MyPlace helps to empower individuals and local communities to connect with their environments and learn new skills. We discuss ecotherapy, peer to peer support and th…

What is it like to be diagnosed with autism later on in your adult life? Two women describe their experience with autism, from misdiagnosis to social expectations and camouflaging. We are also joined by Dr Laura Checkley, who works in the City and Hackney Autism Service.For more information on autism, please take a look at our resources: www.rcpsyc…

Adolescents who self-harm represent a significant challenge to professionals, with around 1 in 10 young people thought to be engaging in self-harming behaviour. As self-harm is not a diagnosis in itself, to be effective the doctor is required to conduct a thorough assessment and to formulate a psychosocial management plan that will include the miti…

The ongoing impact of COVID-19 on global mental health is widely acknowledged, and women in the perinatal period may be particularly vulnerable to related mental health problems. In this podcast, Dr Liz Rose and Dr Mano Manoharan talk to CPDO Trainee Editor Dr Jennifer Powell about the effect the pandemic has had on the mental health of this group,…

Dr Beena Rajkumar hosts Dr Jo Talbot Bowen, Dr Ruth Reed, Dr Philippa Greenfield and Dr Julia Barber on the 25th anniversary of the Women and Mental Health Special Interest Group. These incredible women discuss the progress made for and by women in psychiatry and the challenges that many have overcome.…

Dr Jane Morris hears a young man discuss his binge eating disorder and reflects on the feelings of powerlessness, guilt and shame surrounding eating disorders. And a mother tells us about her experience of anorexia nervosa during pregnancy, how health services responded, and what life is like now.Av RCPsych

How can we take positive and practical steps to make mental health services better for the LGBT+ community? We speak to Dr Elliott Carthy, a psychiatrist and YouTuber who creates content on mental illness and popular TV programmes. We also speak to Cole, a transgender man who will be sharing his experience of psychosis and his thoughts on the perfo…

We are joined by Dr Amar Shah and Rachel Luby to discuss the statistics, safety and stigma surrounding sexual harm. A report published by the Care Quality Commission found there were 1,120 instances of sexual harm on mental health wards. In response to the CQC report, The National Collaborating Centre for Mental Health, commissioned by NHS England,…