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Great points about mental health and the use of technology... but maybe not in the way you'd expect. Do make time to listen to this podcast - there were loads of highlights for me: - The stress put on those struggling with mental health in discussing their issues as part of mental health events or promotions, and how common those issues are: 1 in 4 people have a diagnosable mental health condition, over 70% of people are stressed to the extent that they sometimes feel unable to cope. ( Aren't you/we all doing a good job of masking 🙂 ) - There's great insights on how to handle this using technology, and some really informed points on where that technology provides a better solution than humans as it depersonalises the treatment. Also on how useful immersive environments can be here. One particular point on that - Claire Barnett saying that VR experiences stayed with participants for over three years because "they'd lived it", which echoes my emphasis on gaming situations; there's something with humans that means being in control of an interactive story helps with retention and learning and so much more than being told about a technique, or reading about a technique or situation.

It's Mental Health Awareness week, and so what better time to talk with Claire Barnett about the work Your Haven are doing to increase access to better mental health?

The stigma around serious mental illness can be all-encompassing, limiting a person’s ability to form or keep relationships, work, and so much more. It can even stop them from seeking the care they need!  Stigma was a key topic of this Podcast special edition for World Mental Health Day: https://lnkd.in/evCB_XeC  #LifeForward #WMHD2024

With World Mental Health Day fast approaching on 10 October, what more can the industry do to support people living with mental health conditions? Find out in the latest episode of the podcast, which sees Isabel sit down with Nedim Pipic, Boehringer Ingelheim, to discuss the unique challenges faced by those living with serious mental illnesses, the impact of media representation and much more. Listen here: https://hubs.la/Q02SyXm-0

Amber Insights welcomes Christopher Perry Metcalf from imatta, a pioneering mental health and wellbeing platform. 🎙   In this episode, we explore: - how imatta brings mental health treatment upstream, addressing comorbidities and providing proactive, holistic care; - the power of on-demand support with clinical psychologists; and - why industry collaboration is essential for long-term safer gambling and individual wellbeing. Discover how imatta is transforming the way we support those struggling with problematic gambling.   🎧 Streaming now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Links in the comments section. Safer Gambling Week #SaferGamblingWeek #SGWeek24 #egamingpodcast #gamingpodcast

Powerful messages in this podcast! Take a listen.

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, let's talk about how technology and accessibility can impact mental health 💡 Last year, we welcomed Albert Kim to discuss the challenges of using technology for individuals with chronic mental health conditions on Allied Podcast. In this clip, Albert discusses the need for accessibility professionals to dig deeper and build upon accessible design principles and WCAG requirements. Listen or read the transcript for the full episode: https://bit.ly/3WMEaUN #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #AlliedPod

Mental Health Awareness goes beyond the month of May! In our most recent episode of the Champions of Homecare Podcast, we focus on mental health and the value of shared experience. Knowing that others face similar symptoms or diagnoses can be reassuring and reduce feelings of isolation. Watch the full episode at accracare.org.