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Expert Insights by the Black Dog Institute is a series of podcasts each tackling an important mental health topic and providing insight and expert knowledge from and for health professionals.

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Expert Insights by the Black Dog Institute is a series of podcasts each tackling an important mental health topic and providing insight and expert knowledge from and for health professionals. Black Dog Institute is a global pioneer in the identification, prevention and treatment of mental illness and the promotion of well-being. Our unique approach incorporates clinical services with research, education and the voice of lived experience to reduce the incidence of mental illness and suicide, remove stigma and improve lives.
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Expert Insights for Health Professionals- When Conventional Treatments Fall Short: New Frontiers in Managing Treatment-Resistant Depression
Episode 71
Sunday, 26 October, 2025

What happens when standard treatments for depression don’t work? In this special Mental Health Month episode from the Black Dog Institute, we explore the next steps for primary care teams supporting patients with treatment-resistant depression.Designed for GPs and allied health professionals, this conversation explores practical strategies, novel interventions, and referral pathways that can make a difference when conventional care is insufficient.In this episode, you’ll learn:· The latest evidence and approaches for managing treatment-resistant depression· The evolving role of ECT as a safe and effective option for severe depression· How ketamine treatment can be integrated with psychotherapy for improved outcomes· What’s emerging in psychedelic-assisted therapies, including psilocybin· How Black Dog Institute’s training in neuromodulation, ketamine, and interventional psychiatry can support your clinical practiceFacilitator: Dr Sarah Barker – Clinical PsychologistPanelists:· Dr Adam Bayes – Senior Research Fellow and Clinical Academic Psychiatrist, Black Dog Institute· Dr Melanie Babooram – Clinical Psychologist, Black Dog InstituteJoin us to discover how the field is evolving and how you can help patients navigate new pathways to recovery when traditional approaches fall short.Learn more about Black Dog Institute’s world-class neuromodulation clinic here https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/education-services/clinical-services/sydney-tms-neurostimulation-and-ketamine-program/