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Welcome to the final episode of the British Association for Psychopharmacology 50th Anniversary Summer Meeting Podcast. 
In this episode, Andre is joined by Professor Femi Oyebode from the University of Birmingham. They discuss a broad range of topics, from Anton Chekhov's novella 'Ward Number Six' to the future of psychedelic medicine in psychiatry. 
Femi Oyebode shares insights on the evolution of psychiatric treatments, the significance of understanding historical psychiatric care, and the potential revolutionary impact of psychedelics. 
Follow the hashtag BAP2024 on social media platforms for more updates. Don't miss this deep dive into the intricate world of psychiatry!
00:00 Introduction to the BAP 2024 Podcast
00:52 Meet Professor Femi Oyebode
01:27 Exploring Anton Chekhov's Ward Number Six
01:42 The State of Psychiatric Treatments
09:05 The Promise of Psychedelic Medicine
16:16 Closing Thoughts and Podcast Highlights
Show links:
British Association for Psychopharmacology 50th anniversary summer meeting
https://www.bap.org.uk/BAP2024
Femi Oyebode
https://femioyebode.com
BBC Radio 4 - Is Psychiatry Working? 
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001h3y5
Anton Chekhov’s Ward No 6
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ward_No._6

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Exploring Cosmetic Psychopharmacology with Professor Dan Stein | BAP2024 Podcast Episode 6
Welcome to episode six of the BAP 2024 Podcast! Join André from The Mental Elf as he interviews Professor Dan Stein from the University of Cape Town in South Africa.
They discuss the intriguing topic of cosmetic psychopharmacology and its implications on cognitive and mood enhancement. Learn about the history and conceptual challenges in this field as we preview Professor Stein's upcoming lecture at the BAP Conference in Birmingham.
Don't miss this deep dive into the world of psychotropic drugs and their off-label use for cognitive and affective enhancement.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:39 Event Coverage and Social Media
01:02 Introducing Dan Stein and Cosmetic Psychopharmacology
01:36 Understanding Cosmetic Psychopharmacology
03:09 Cosmetic vs. Clinical Psychopharmacology
05:44 Examples and Ethical Considerations
08:00 Scientific Evidence and Challenges
10:42 Conclusion and Upcoming Talk
12:02 Closing Remarks and Podcast Promotion
Find out more about the BAP Summer Meeting and get your ticket now at: https://www.bap.org.uk/BAP2024

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In episode four of the 2024 BIGSPD Podcast, André from The Mental Elf speaks with Anthony Bateman, a visiting professor at UCL and consultant at the Anna Freud Centre. Bateman discusses the concept of mentalizing, its role in human behavior, and the effectiveness of mentalization-based treatment (MBT) for conditions like borderline personality disorder and trauma. He explores the adaptability of MBT across various disorders and emphasizes personalized treatment. The conversation also touches on the debate about the classification of personality disorders and the impact of trauma and loneliness on treatment outcomes.
00:00 Introduction
01:26 Meet Anthony Bateman: Background and Expertise
01:53 Understanding Mentalizing
03:28 Development and Importance of Mentalizing
04:35 Impact of Early Trauma on Mentalizing
07:24 Mentalization Based Treatment (MBT) Explained
11:09 Effectiveness and Adaptability of MBT
16:35 Challenges and Considerations in MBT
24:45 The Debate on Personality Disorder Labels
27:27 Conclusion and Upcoming Events
BIGSPD is the British and Irish Group for the Study of Personality Disorder and their annual conference takes place in Belfast on 18-20 June 2024. Find out more at: https://bigspd.org.uk/conferences-and-events/annual-conference/

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In this episode of the BIGSPD Podcast, host André interviews Mel Ball, the first board-level Director for Lived Experience in the NHS. Mel shares her journey from grassroots peer support to her current leadership role, highlighting the importance of lived experience in transforming NHS services. She discusses the cultural changes required for effective co-production and lived experience leadership, and reflects on the broader systemic challenges and opportunities within the mental health sector. Mel also previews her upcoming keynote talk at the BIGSPD conference in Belfast, entitled 'The Wind and the Sun, A Fable of Lived Experience Leadership,' emphasising the moral and creative aspects of lived experience leadership.
00:00 Introduction to the BIGSPD Podcast
01:18 Meet Mel Ball: Director for Lived Experience
04:00 The Journey of Lived Experience Leadership
07:21 Roles and Responsibilities in the NHS
09:41 Challenges and Reflections
12:51 Future of Lived Experience Leadership
20:17 Invitation to the BIGSPD Conference
21:21 Closing Remarks
BIGSPD is the British and Irish Group for the Study of Personality Disorder and their annual conference takes place in Belfast on 18-20 June 2024. Find out more at: https://bigspd.org.uk/conferences-and-events/annual-conference/

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In episode five of the BAP 2024 podcast, Professor David Nutt, a renowned psychiatrist and psychopharmacologist from Imperial College London, delves into the psychopharmacological aspects of alcohol. David Nutt is a past president of the British Association for Psychopharmacology and of the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology.
Hosted by André from the Mental Elf, this episode touches on the history and effects of alcohol, its social role, and the development of safer functional alternatives like Sentia. Prof. Nutt also discusses the future of drug policies and the rational use of regulated substances, providing a compelling preview of his upcoming talk at the BAP summer meeting in July.
00:00 Introduction to the BAP 2024 Podcast
01:04 Meet Professor David Nutt
02:14 Understanding Alcohol's Effects
04:07 The Popularity and Social Role of Alcohol
07:40 Exploring Alternatives to Alcohol
13:32 Future of Drug Policy and Safe Alternatives
17:15 Conclusion and Upcoming Events
Find out more about the BAP Summer Meeting and get your ticket now at: https://www.bap.org.uk/BAP2024

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In this episode of the BAP Podcast, host André from the Mental Elf interviews Professor Barbara Franke, a molecular biologist from Radboud University in Nijmegen, about the complexities of ADHD.
Franke discusses the genetic and environmental factors contributing to ADHD, the challenges of diagnosing the disorder in different populations, and the impact of societal views on ADHD. She emphasizes the need for integrated research and cross-disciplinary approaches, highlighting the importance of involving patients in the research process. Franke also addresses concerns about the neurodiversity movement and its potential implications for ADHD care and support. The episode covers key topics in ADHD research and sets the stage for more inclusive and comprehensive studies in the future.
01:54 Understanding ADHD: Causes and Factors
03:50 Genetics and ADHD
05:01 Societal Perspectives on ADHD
08:05 Underdiagnosis and Overdiagnosis of ADHD
10:14 Future Directions in ADHD Research
12:58 Challenges in Cross-Disciplinary Science
13:48 Co-Production in ADHD Research
16:15 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes
Find out more about the BAP Summer Meeting and get your ticket now at: https://www.bap.org.uk/BAP2024

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