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Combatting Mental Health Stigma: Video Series

Medical training is incredibly demanding, with medical learners experiencing higher rates of distress than the general population. Historically, however, medical trainees haven’t sought out mental health services; concerns about stigma contribute to their reluctance.

There are probably as many mental health stories as there are physicians. We asked IU physicians to share their mental health stories to explore the impact and importance of caring for one’s mental health.

Composite of headshots: Drs. Vater, Bosslet, Reed, McFerron, Neal and Walvoord

Videos

Sleep Deprivation and Mental Distress

The following video contains discussion of various topics that may be sensitive or triggering to some viewers, including sleep deprivation, depression and suicidality.

Postpartum Depression and Anxiety

The following video contains discussion of various topics that may be sensitive or triggering to some viewers, including post-partum depression, grief and anxiety.

Managing Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

The following video contains discussion of various topics that may be sensitive or triggering to some viewers, including anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder.