Ep. 9 - Can Traumatic Experiences Help Doctors Grow?

2024-03-24

Dr Amrita Sen Mukherjee talks to us about her research in post traumatic growth, and how it plays a part in our wellbeing. Topics we discuss: Dr Amrita’s experience delivering a TEDx talk where the theme was “tackling adversity and embracing change” Post traumatic growth. What is it and how does it benefit people? How timing is important when considering how traumatic events have an affect on us The medical identity that’s formed at medical school and how this can be harmful “Human first, doctor second” approach to improving doc...

Dr Amrita Sen Mukherjee talks to us about her research in post traumatic growth, and how it plays a part in our wellbeing.

Topics we discuss:

Dr Amrita’s experience delivering a TEDx talk where the theme was “tackling adversity and embracing change”
Post traumatic growth. What is it and how does it benefit people?
How timing is important when considering how traumatic events have an affect on us
The medical identity that’s formed at medical school and how this can be harmful
“Human first, doctor second” approach to improving doctor wellbeing, and therefore healthcare
The importance of real reflection and how it can have most impact.
Positive psychology - what it is and how it can help us improve our wellbeing.
How cultivating vulnerability can lead to ongoing personal growth and improved wellbeing.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr.Amrita Sen Mukherjee’s website - https://yourwellbeing.doctor/

Email - amrita@yourwellbeing.doctor

Dr. Amrita’s Tedx Talk - Watch it on YouTube

Wellness wonder:

Disabled doctors network

Other resources:

Samaritans UK

Samaritans USA

Doctors in Distress

NHS Practitioner Health

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