Michelle Chaffardet

The Mindful Space

Michelle Chaffardet

  • Discussing Mental Health in the Medical Field with Dr. Goodman

Discussing Mental Health in the Medical Field with Dr. Goodman

Friday 29th September 2023

Join Michelle Chaffardet and Dr. Jake Goodman as they discuss mental health challenges and advocacy in the medical field. Listen for insight and empathy.
43 minutes
Eye-opening
Empowering
Informative
Compassionate
Transformative

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The Mindful Space
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Michelle Chaffardet
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Breaking Barriers: Dr. Jake Goodman on Mental Health in Medicine

Episode Overview

  • Dr. Goodman shares personal struggles with anxiety and depression, highlighting the lack of mental health education during his upbringing and medical training.
  • His decision to seek help during residency and publicly share his mental health journey has had a transformative impact, challenging the status quo in the medical field.
  • Dr. Goodman advocates for a more compassionate and understanding culture within the medical profession, encouraging individuals to seek help and fostering open conversations about mental health.
  • The conversation covers the impact of stigma and challenges faced by medical professionals, shedding light on the need for change and support within the medical field.
  • Listeners gain insight into the importance of self-care and seeking help, with Dr. Goodman emphasising the transformative impact of such actions on personal well-being and professional performance.
When we're showing up and we're struggling and we're not seeking any help, we're not the best doctor that we can be, the best therapist or the best teacher. I think you can ask any partner of somebody who went to therapy and say like how how is therapy helpful for them they'll be like it was the best ever since therapy they've been more open they've been talking and it doesn't have to be just therapy it could be meditation it could be you know whatever self-care techniques it is for you um it can really change your life make you a better person make you better at what you do
Ever wondered how doctors, who are always caring for others, manage their own mental health? In this episode of 'The Mindful Space', host Michelle Chaffardet sits down with Dr. Jake Goodman, a psychiatry resident and passionate mental health advocate, to discuss the often overlooked mental health struggles within the medical community. Dr. Goodman opens up about his own battles with anxiety and depression, shedding light on the stigma and lack of mental health education that pervades the medical field.
His candid storytelling reveals the immense pressure medical professionals face and the transformative power of seeking help. This episode doesn't just stop at personal anecdotes; it dives into Dr. Goodman's advocacy work, aiming to foster a more compassionate and understanding culture in medicine. If you're curious about the hidden struggles of those in white coats or looking for inspiration to challenge the status quo, this conversation is a must-listen.
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