What We Get Wrong About Depression with Prof Catherine Harmer

In this episode, Professor Rory O’Connor interviews Dr Catherine Harmer, a Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Oxford and a member of the MQ Science Council. Her research focuses on understanding the neuropsychological mechanisms underlying depression and how treatments, including antidepressants, work in the brain. They discuss emerging medicinal interventions for mental health and what recent research reveals about how antidepressants influence emotional processing. The conversation explores the effectiveness of these treatments, common misconceptions, and how a better understanding of their mechanisms can improve patient outcomes. Catherine also shares insights from her work on how advances in research could shape the future of treatment for depression and other mental health conditions. Season Four of MQ Open Mind is supported by Tiberone Technologies www.tiberone.com