Suicide is a very difficult topic to talk about and to listen to, but an important one to discuss nonetheless.
I did my very best to remain as respectful as possible to the doctors and families mentioned in this video, and did my best to follow the guidelines for talking about suicide presented by the Samaritans Media Guidelines for Reporting Suicides: https://www.samaritans.org/about-samaritans/media-guidelines/media-guidelines-reporting-suicide/
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If you’re contemplating self-harm or suicide, please reach out for help.
Free Hotlines & Organisations (UK):
Samaritans (UK) – call 116 123 for free. Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. https://www.samaritans.org/
Doctors in Distress (UK) – https://doctors-in-distress.org.uk/
You Okay Doc? (UK) – https://youokaydoc.org.uk/
British Medical Association (BMA) Counselling and Doctor Advisor Service (UK) – Offers 24/7 confidential counseling and peer support services for doctors and medical students – bma.org.uk
NHS Practitioner Health (UK) – free, confidential mental health & addiction service with expertise in treating health & care professionals – www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk
Royal Medical Benevolent Fund (UK) – Provides financial support, advice, and information to doctors, medical students, and their families experiencing hardship – rmbf.org
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Free Hotlines & Organisations (USA):
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (USA – National) – call 988 for free. Open 24/7. https://988lifeline.org/
Crisis Text Line (USA) – Text HOME to 741741 – free and open 24/7. https://www.crisistextline.org/
Physician Support Line (USA) – call 1 (888) 409-0141 – free, open Mon-Fri 8am – 12am ET. https://www.physiciansupportline.com/
The American Medical Association’s Physician Health Program (USA) – Provides resources and support for physician health and wellness. – ama-assn.org
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Research & Sources:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-64333162
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-46650700
https://www.acep.org/life-as-a-physician/wellness/wellness/wellness-week-articles/physician-suicide
https://medschool.ucsd.edu/som/hear/resources/Documents/Confronting%20Depression%20and%20Suicide.pdf
https://wellcomecollection.org/works/ep4y4tyt/items
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15569903/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6907772/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC101400/
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DISCLAIMER:
The information provided in this video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered as professional advice or guidance on changing careers. Viewers are encouraged to do their own research and seek the advice of professionals before making any decisions. The creator of this video is not responsible for any consequences that may arise from following the information presented.
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