In this episode, Dr Naomi Sutton is joined by Dr Michelle Croston to discuss the mental health continuum and the exacerbated symptoms of depression and anxiety that people living with HIV are more likely to experience than the general population. Their conversation gives listeners ways to think about what we need as individuals to sustain our health and wellbeing, and working in a trauma-informed way with patients. For healthcare professionals, they delve into the psychological burden of caring and the value of good quality support and self-care. Michelle also points listeners to some "gamechanger" resources, namely the Hub of Hope
"It’s really hard just to sit with somebody and witness their distress but there is something really powerful for that person being listened to.""I'm definitely not afraid to say ‘I'm not sure about this right now, can you help me to understand what would make things easier for you?'"
