Expert Insights for Health Professionals- Mental Health Treatment Adherence

Mental Health Treatment Adherence: What can clinicians do to support clients and patients to stick to treatment for mental health concerns?

Listen to our discussion with Dr Matthew Coleshill (Postdoctoral Fellow, Black Dog Institute) where we will delve into his recent research findings on treatment adherence, particularly regarding how to increase adherence to medication. Professor Sam Harvey (Psychiatrist and Executive Director and Chief Scientist, Black Dog Institute) will also share his experiences of what is helpful from a clinical perspective, and we will also be joined on the panel by the powerful voice of lived experience as to what helps and hinders adherence to treatment.

Moderator – Dr Sarah Barker, Clinical Psychologist

Researcher - Dr Matthew Coleshill, Postdoctoral Fellow, Black Dog Institute

Clinician - Professor Sam Harvey, Psychiatrist and Executive Director and Chief Scientist, Black Dog Institute

Lived experience representative – Cass.