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Big Questions in Psychiatry: can medications ever help psychiatric disorders?

In our Big Questions in Psychiatry podcast series, we explore the complex and messy questions shaping psychiatry. In this podcast, we look at the role of medications in psychiatric disorders, the stigma associated with psychotropic medication and whether or not they truly are more problematic than medications used for physical illnesses. Prof Subodh Dave interviews the lead author of ‘The Maudsley Deprescribing Guidelines’, Prof David Taylor, to uncover whether or not medications can work ever work in psychiatric disorders. The video-based version of this podcast is available via the CPD eLearning subscription on the eLearning Hub. Disclaimer: Thank you for listening to this Royal College of Psychiatrists CPD eLearning podcast. This podcast provides information, not advice. The content in this podcast is provided for general information only and is not intended to, and does not amount to, advice that you should rely on. It is not an alternative to specific, professional advice. Although we make reasonable efforts to present accurate information in our podcasts, we make no representations, warranties or guarantees, whether expressed or implied, that the content in this podcast is accurate, complete or up to date. If you have any questions about any medical matter, you should consult your doctor or other professional healthcare provider without delay. If you think you are experiencing any medical condition, you should seek immediate attention from a doctor or professional healthcare provider. Please note that the views of the interviewees are not necessarily those of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

Human rights as applied to mental health: do psychiatrists really know it all?

Human rights promotion and protection continue to remain highly relevant in psychiatric practice, so it is imperative that psychiatrists are aware of developments being made in international law. Chair of the Royal College of Psychiatrists’ Special Committee on Human Rights, Professor Piyal Sen, presents this podcast to highlight the central role of human rights in psychiatric practice. He is joined by the co-authors of Mental Health and Human Rights (2024), Professor Norman Sartorius and Professor Neeraj Gill, as well as the first permanent Human Rights Officer at the NHS, Dr Tallyn Gray to discuss the role that psychiatrists can play in upholding and advocating for the rights of their patients. Disclaimer: Thank you for listening to this Royal College of Psychiatrists CPD eLearning podcast. This podcast provides information, not advice. The content in this podcast is provided for general information only and is not intended to, and does not amount to, advice that you should rely on. It is not an alternative to specific, professional advice. Although we make reasonable efforts to present accurate information in our podcasts, we make no representations, warranties or guarantees, whether expressed or implied, that the content in this podcast is accurate, complete or up to date. If you have any questions about any medical matter, you should consult your doctor or other professional healthcare provider without delay. If you think you are experiencing any medical condition, you should seek immediate attention from a doctor or professional healthcare provider. Please note that the views of the interviewees are not necessarily those of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

Mental health issues in premenstrual disorders often occur in the second phase of the menstrual cycle. Dr Sophie Behrman and Dimple Khatiri join guest presenter Dr Katrina Peebles to discuss common representations of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and the wider social impact of PMDD and associated stigma, and to offer an overview of the available treatment options. Listener discretion is advised as this podcast covers themes relating to eating disorders and suicidal ideation. Listeners are advised to refer to this podcast’s further reading page, which includes relevant patient resources that the Royal College of Psychiatrists has produced on this topic. This is available via elearning@rcpsych.ac.uk. The College will be publishing a position statement on menopause and mental health in due course. It will set out critical evidence alongside detailed recommendations for decision-makers on how to address challenges and spread best practice. Disclaimer: Thank you for listening to this Royal College of Psychiatrists CPD eLearning podcast. This podcast provides information, not advice. The content in this podcast is provided for general information only and is not intended to, and does not amount to, advice that you should rely on. It is not an alternative to specific, professional advice. Although we make reasonable efforts to present accurate information in our podcasts, we make no representations, warranties or guarantees, whether expressed or implied, that the content in this podcast is accurate, complete or up to date. If you have any questions about any medical matter, you should consult your doctor or other professional healthcare provider without delay. If you think you are experiencing any medical condition, you should seek immediate attention from a doctor or professional healthcare provider. Please note that the views of the interviewees are not necessarily those of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

What every psychiatrist should know about smoking cessation

What every psychiatrist should know about smoking cessation by Royal College of Psychiatrists

No mental health without oral health (RCPsych Congress 2025)

Following their presentation at the 2025 International Congress, speakers at the ‘No mental health without oral health’ session expanded on their talk with the CPD eLearning Podcast Editor, Dr Nadia Imran. In this podcast, Dr Ed Beveridge, Prof Steve Kisely and Dr Easter Joury uncover the intersection between physical and psychiatric comorbidity, the effects of psychotropics on oral health, and clear and helpful guidance about how psychiatrists can help their patients improve their oral health. Disclaimer: Thank you for listening to this Royal College of Psychiatrists CPD eLearning podcast. This podcast provides information, not advice. The content in this podcast is provided for general information only and is not intended to, and does not amount to, advice that you should rely on. It is not an alternative to specific, professional advice. Although we make reasonable efforts to present accurate information in our podcasts, we make no representations, warranties or guarantees, whether expressed or implied, that the content in this podcast is accurate, complete or up to date. If you have any questions about any medical matter, you should consult your doctor or other professional healthcare provider without delay. If you think you are experiencing any medical condition, you should seek immediate attention from a doctor or professional healthcare provider. Please note that the views of the interviewees are not necessarily those of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.