Mental wellbeing supporting and mental health of Doctors in training

Specialty training programmes require Supervisors to take a holistic approach that addresses not only professional; educational and clinical learning goals; but also recognises and responds to trainees' pastoral needs. This interactive session provides supervisors with an overview of the key mental health and wellbeing problems that may arise for trainees; such as depression and anxiety; chronic stress and being at risk of burnout. It will also explore how personality traits can impact a doctor's wellbeing and progress through training. Through case- based exercises Supervisors will have the opportunity to discuss and reflect upon their roles as well as refresh their skills and practice having conversations around mental health.