The loss of a loved one, friend, or even a colleague is never easy. Whether the loss is directly personal or not, it generally gives pause to reflect... for thought about that person, their life, and of course our own mortality. What if the loss was a decision taken by the person in question - to end their own life, with their own hand? Every one of these deaths leaves an estimated six or more 'suicide survivors' - people who've lost someone they care about deeply, and are left with their grief and struggle to understand why it happened. Our guests this week are psychiatrist Prof Mark Goldblatt, and grief counsellor Mariska Nel. In proud association with Adcock Ingram OTC Sponsors of Brave.
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Prof. Sean Kaliski joins us to discuss the dilemmas confronting forensic psychiatrists when dealing with sexual offenders... and whether or not to ascribe their offence to disorders of their personalities, or mental illness. The consequences of this decision has profound implications for the offender - namely whether to be treated or jailed.
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Beyond Madness - in proud association with Adcock Ingram OTC Sponsors of Brave - is our new podcast series that maps not only the practical aspects of psychiatry, but also its purpose, and shares a broader view on the service and outcomes that the discipline provides to society. The series intends to demystify both psychiatry and the plight of those afflicted with mental illness. The host, Professor Christopher Paul Szabo, joins the team to tell us more about this new series.
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20.10.21 Pt 2 - Mbulelo is impressed with Alan’s skincare routine... just because life is hectic doesn’t mean you have to neglect taking care of yourself. October is Mental Health awareness month and we have a new mental health podcast launching on CliffCentral. Host Professor Christopher Paul Szabo tells us more.
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The proudly South African Adcock Ingram OTC are once again dedicating the month of October to HOPE in the form of HOPEtober. Alan Ford joins the team to explain what HOPEtober is, and the idea behind starting this initiative last year.
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