APA Annual Meeting 2022 On-Demand Package-The Shame of Suicide and Attempted Suicide in Physicians

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The video features three speakers: Dr. Michael Myers, Dr. William Lyons, and Betsy Gall. It starts with Dr. Myers introducing himself as the moderator and explaining that the session is a combination of live and prerecorded footage. Dr. Termini, a resident, shares her personal experience with mental illness in the medical education system, advocating for open dialogue and support.<br /><br />Dr. Lyons' prerecorded segment follows, where he discusses his own experience with physician burnout and mental illness, highlighting the shame associated with these conditions and his advocacy work for prevention. Betsy Gall shares her personal story of her husband's suicide attempt and the challenges they faced as a family. She emphasizes the need for better support for physicians battling mental illness.<br /><br />The credits are not mentioned.<br /><br />In summary, the video is a panel discussion addressing the stigma surrounding mental health and suicide among physicians. It includes personal stories from Dr. Termini, Dr. Lyons, and Betsy Gall, highlighting the difficulties faced by physicians and calling for changes in the medical system to provide better support and reduce stigma.

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