Manan is a Consultant Psychiatrist, based in London. He loves reading and talking to Interesting People DeepDiving into their lives, their work and their interests. Subscribe to the podcast and stay tuned.
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Manan is a Consultant Psychiatrist, based in London. He loves reading and talking to Interesting People DeepDiving into their lives, their work and their interests. Subscribe to the podcast and stay tuned.
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Recent Episodes
June 1, 2024
1.12 Evolution of Psychiatric Diagnosis : Dr Bhaskar Mukherjee
<p>Summary</p> <p>The conversation covers the evolution of psychiatric diagnosis from Wilhelm Griesinger to the development of DSM-5, highlighting the influence of psychoanalysis, biopsychosocial model, and the limitations of the DSM system. </p> <p>It also delves into the historical context of psychiatry, the impact of hyper-nationalism, and the role of social media in shaping scientific collaboration. The conversation delves into the limitations of DSM and ICD criteria in psychiatry, the impact on clinical trials, and the need for a new taxonomy of brain disorders. </p> <p>It also explores the future direction of psychiatry, the merging of neurology and psychiatry, and the potential impact of AI on humanity.</p> <p>Keywords: psychiatry, DSM, psychiatric diagnosis, Wilhelm Griesinger, psychoanalysis, biopsychosocial model, hyper-nationalism, social media, scientific collaboration, DSM, ICD, psychiatry, clinical trials, taxonomy, brain disorders, neurology, AI, humanity</p> <p>Takeaways</p> <ul> <li>The historical evolution of psychiatric diagnosis from Wilhelm Griesinger to the development of DSM-5.</li> <li>The influence of psychoanalysis and the biopsychosocial model on psychiatric diagnosis.</li> <li>The impact of hyper-nationalism on the practice of psychiatry and the role of social media in shaping scientific collaboration. The limitations of DSM and ICD criteria in psychiatry have led to challenges in clinical trials and the need for a new taxonomy of brain disorders.</li> <li>The future direction of psychiatry may involve the merging of neurology and psychiatry, leading to a new discipline focused on treating the whole brain and spinal cord.</li> <li>The potential impact of AI on humanity raises questions about the development of sentient AI and its implications for the future of humanity.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Evolution of Psychiatric Diagnosis</li> <li>Impact of Hyper-Nationalism on Psychiatry The Impact of AI on Humanity</li> <li>The Future Direction of Psychiatry</li> </ul> <ul> <li>"Today, what we are going to be discussing is something which would be very fascinating or interesting, I think, for a lot of not only students, but also for practicing consultant psychiatrists like ourselves."</li> <li>"Any discussion of psychiatric diagnosis should start with Wilhelm Griesinger, the unknown father of psychiatry whom psychiatry does not remember."</li> <li>"DSM-3 was not only a diagnostic manual, it was a political manual, it was a social manual."</li> <li>"DSM and ICD criteria's limitations have led to challenges in clinical trials and the need for a new taxonomy of brain disorders."</li> <li>"The merging of neurology and psychiatry may lead to a new discipline focused on treating the whole brain and spinal cord."</li> <li>"The potential impact of AI on humanity raises questions about the development of sentient AI and its implications for the future of humanity."</li> </ul> <p>Chapters</p> <p>00:00Evolution of Psychiatric Diagnosis</p> <p>18:54Influence of Psychoanalysis and Biopsychosocial Model</p> <p>27:51Impact of Hyper-Nationalism on Psychiatry</p> <p>36:05Role of Social Media in Scientific Collaboration</p> <p>42:49Challenges of DSM and ICD in Psychiatry</p> <p>54:35The Future Direction of Psychiatry</p> <p>01:29:20The Impact of AI on Humanity</p>
May 18, 2024
1.11 My CESR Story : Dr. Sharath Vishwaraj
<p>Summary</p> <p><br></p> <p>In this conversation, Dr. Manan Thakrar interviews Sharath Vishwaraj about his journey to obtaining the CESR (Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration) in psychiatry. They discuss Sharath's training in India, his move to the UK, and his experience with the CESR fellowship program. They also touch on topics such as the evaluation form, the importance of a supportive trust, and the challenges and successes of the CESR pathway. In this part of the conversation, Sharath Vishwaraj discusses the evidence he submitted for his portfolio. He mentions that he received support and guidance from his team, which gave him confidence in his submissions. He submitted roughly 30 case histories, with two cases each from child and adolescent psychiatry and older people's psychiatry. He also provided evidence of his work in child and adolescent psychiatry through case-based discussions and presentations. For older people's psychiatry, he submitted his formulation and had discussions with the consultant. He also discussed the evidence he provided for psychology, including CBT and psychodynamic psychotherapy cases. He diversified his evidence by including different diagnoses and populations, such as mood disorders, psychotic disorders, eating disorders, and personality disorders. He also highlighted the importance of reflection and summary statements in his portfolio. In this conversation, Sharath Vishwaraj and Dr. Manan Thakrar discuss the process of submitting a CESR portfolio. They provide advice on how to approach the portfolio, including the importance of specialty-specific guidance, evidence triangulation, and reflections. They emphasize the need for computer skills and organization in managing the portfolio. They also highlight the importance of emotional support and teamwork throughout the process. Sharath expresses his gratitude to the individuals who supported him during his CESR journey.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Initial Journey 03:32 Congratulations on Obtaining CESR 04:56 CESR Without MRC Psych 09:14 The CESR Fellowship Program 14:23 Insights from the Evaluation Form 23:06 The Role of a Supportive Trust 25:45 Navigating the Challenges of CESR 26:45 The Benefits of CESR Evaluators as Tutors 27:42 Submitting Evidence for the Portfolio 33:02 Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Older People's Psychiatry Evidence 37:38 Inpatient Evidence 39:52 Assessment Team and Community Team Evidence 41:39 Diversifying Diagnoses and Populations 44:54 Importance of Reflection and Summary Statements 48:39 Navigating the Specialty-Specific Guidance 49:38 Triangulating Evidence and Reflections 50:36 The Importance of Computer Skills 51:35 Emotional Support and Teamwork 59:29 Organizing Your Portfolio for Submission Say Hi to me on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/mananrt/</p>
May 5, 2024
1.10 My Mental Health Story : Afghanistan : Hamed Amiri
<p><strong>Summary</strong></p> <p>Hamed Amiri, author of 'The Boy with Two Hearts,' shares his inspiring story of fleeing Afghanistan and finding success in the UK. He discusses his childhood in Herat, Afghanistan, and the challenges his family faced under the Taliban regime. Hamid's mother, a mentor and advocate for women's rights, spoke out against the Taliban, leading to their decision to leave their home. Hamid describes the difficult journey and the emotional toll it took on him as a 10-year-old. He also provides insights into the geopolitical situation in Afghanistan and the impact of the Taliban's return to power. Hamed Amiri shares his journey from Afghanistan to the UK, including the challenges and hardships faced along the way. He discusses his brother's heart condition and the impact it had on their family. Hamed talks about his love for the NHS and how they supported them through their struggles. He also shares the process of writing his book, 'The Boy with Two Hearts', and how it has been adapted into a play. Hamed's goal is to continue sharing his story and inspiring others.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Chapters</p> <p>00:00 Hamid's Journey from Afghanistan to the UK</p> <p>07:37 The Impact of the Taliban on Hamid's Childhood</p> <p>15:12 The Geopolitical Situation in Afghanistan</p> <p>23:49 A Journey from Afghanistan to the UK</p> <p>34:27 The Impact of the NHS</p> <p>37:42 Writing 'The Boy with Two Hearts'</p> <p>45:35 From Book to Play: The Theatrical Adaptation</p> <p>49:39 Continuing to Inspire and Make a Difference</p> <p><br></p> <p>––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––</p> <p>Silent Night (Dark Piano Version) by myuu / myuu </p> <p>Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 </p> <p>Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/_silent-night</p> <p>Music promoted by Audio Library • Silent Night (Dark Piano Version) – m... ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––</p> <p>Buy Hamed's book here https://www.amazon.co.uk/Boy-Two-Hearts-Story-Hope/dp/1785786199</p> <p>––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––</p> <p>Follow me on : https://www.instagram.com/mananrt/ <br>#mentalhealth #borderline #bipolar #trauma #therapy #Afghanistan #refugeestories </p>
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