I was the psychologist on Big Brother with Mark Rackley

Description

,interviewedIn today's episode I interview, Dr Mark Rackley, an adolescent and adult psychologist, who discusses his experience working in the NHS and the challenges of providing mental health services. He emphasizes the need for more funding and resources to address the high demand for mental health support. Mark also advocates for mental health education in schools to promote early intervention and prevention. He highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing mental health as a serious illness and combating the stigma associated with seeking help. The conversation covers topics such as burnout, the hustle culture, managing mental health, the impact of social media, and the increase in mental health struggles during the pandemic. The importance of open discussion, less stigmatization, and support for self-harming and suicidal individuals is emphasized. It is recommended to talk openly about mental health, create a safe space for conversation, and seek professional help when needed. The negative effects of social media and the need for more positive and responsible content are highlighted. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the trendy portrayal of mental health and the dangers of encouraging harmful behaviors.

Takeaways

The NHS mental health services are underfunded and overwhelmed, leading to long waiting lists and limited resources.
Mental health education should be taught in schools to promote early intervention and prevention.
There is a need for more funding and resources to address the high demand for mental health support.
Mental health should be recognized as a serious illness and the stigma associated with seeking help should be combated. Burnout is a serious issue that can have long-lasting effects on a person's mental health and functionality.
The hustle culture can lead to stress and burnout, and it is important to find a work-life balance and prioritize self-care.
Managing mental health requires self-care practices such as exercise, mindfulness, and seeking support from supervisors or therapists.
Social media can have both positive and negative effects on mental health, and it is important to be mindful of the content consumed and its impact.

The portrayal of mental health on social media should be responsible and avoid glamorizing harmful behaviors.
Mental health struggles have increased during the pandemic, particularly among young people, and it is important to provide support and understanding.
There is a need for less stigmatization and more open discussion around self-harming and suicidal individuals

Timestamp

00:00 Intro

02:20 Big Brother

04:45 Getting Harassed for being me

07:54 Types of Therapy

15:32 THE NHS is Underfunded

21:41 How would you fix the NHS if you could

24:27 Help the young before it too late

28:27 Mental Health is NONSENSE

32:45 BURNOUT!

34:57 The Hustle

36:43 How to deal with peoples horrors