S10 E2 - Suicide and Self Harm in Older Adults

Trigger warning: suicide and self harm. In this episode we explore the topics of suicide and self harm in relation to older adults. Dr Cate Bailey joins the faculty and we discuss the epidemiology, risk factors and features of these issues specific to older adults, as well as how to broach conversations about suicide and self harm. Show notes are available to view and download at www.thehearingaidpodcasts.org.uk for more detail and curriculum mapping against Foundation, IMT, GPVTS, Geriatric Registrar and NHS Knowledge Skills Framework (KSF) programmes.Presented by: Dr Jo Preston, Dr Iain Wilkinson and Dr Sophie NormanSpecial guest: Dr Cate Bailey. 

Om Podcasten

A free open access series of podcasts for all healthcare professionals working with older adults. We will present the evidence base, recent advances and established best practice / wisdom in healthcare for older adults. Each episode reviews an aspect of caring for older adults from the perspective of our MDT faculty. A BigFings Media Production - www.bigfings.com