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 provide information related to the South African context.
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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/purplecouchpsych/message
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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/purplecouchpsych/message
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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/purplecouchpsych/message
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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/purplecouchpsych/message
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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/purplecouchpsych/message
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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/purplecouchpsych/message
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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/purplecouchpsych/message
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