In the latest and final episode of the mental health series, host Tim Newton engages in an intimate conversation with Sarah Thomson, a dental hygienist whose personal experience of overcoming alcoholism is inspiring and remarkable. Sarah generously shares her story, hoping it will be a source of inspiration and motivation for others going through similar experiences. 

In the second section of this episode, Tim is joined by Richard Jones, Deputy Director from NHS Practitioner Health Service in the UK,  as they discuss the challenges and fears practitioners face when seeking help. They also consider the role of regulatory bodies in the UK, and shed light on how these services work to provide practitioners a clearer idea of what to expect when seeking help.

In this episode:

Learn about:

·         Dentists and dental teams are at great risk of developing a substance abuse problem as a response to the impact of work stress

·         Mental health and addiction problems are issues that cannot be faced alone

·         Empowerment is key to understanding mental health conditions and taking appropriate actions to address them

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