58 - Dr Mark Cross - Psychiatrist & Author

Doctor Mark Cross is a psychiatrist with clinical experience spanning three decades. He was the lead psychiatrist on two series of the ground-breaking ABC series Changing Minds.His latest book Mental State, navigating Australia’s insane mental health system and how to fix it, was published on 31st July 2024. He’s already the best-selling author of two books, appears regularly in the media and is the founder of The Anxious Shrink on Facebook, which has reached around a million people - it’s anxiety advice that won’t make you more anxious. He holds senior conjoint lecturer positions at the Universities of NSW and Western Sydney. In 2015, Mark received the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists NSW Branch Meritorious Award for his “significant contribution” to psychiatry.On this episode you can expect to learn about Mark’s unconventional suggestion to drastically reduce domestic violence; how younger generations approach mental health and what impact this will have; how to navigate conversations around sexuality and gender; what a person-centred approach to care looks like and why it is so important; the systemic challenges and individual will face when confronted with a mental health illness, including how to overcome it; and what can be done to create change in the mental health care system.Support ResourcesThe topics discussed in this podcast include sensitive subjects, such as suicide and mental health issues, which may be distressing for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling, there is help available:Lifeline Australia – Call 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14 for confidential 24/7 crisis support.Beyond Blue – Call 1300 22 4636 or chat online at www.beyondblue.org.au.If you are in immediate danger, please call 000.Remember, you are not alone—support is always available.Links: Mental State - navigating Australia's insane mental health system Follow us B&B Corner Instagram Asklé Instagram Stephanie Instagram Will InstagramGet in touch [email protected]