Depression affects many cardiac arrest survivors during recovery. Posts covering the emotional impact, warning signs, and sources of support.
Millions of people watched in horror as Damar Hamlin, a young and healthy NFL player, suddenly collapsed during a game. Although we have learned a great deal about the causes and risk factors of sudden cardiac arrest, one important aspect of this event remains under-discussed: the psychological effects of cardiac arrest. This life-threatening event can … Read more
We’re proud to announce the publishing of our latest leaflet developed in conjunction with Dr Tom Keeble, Dr Marco Mion and Dr Michael Smith – Mental health well-being post-SCA. Whatever the cause, a cardiac arrest is a serious and quite common medical emergency. Currently, the UK survival rate is quite low, around 8%, but for … Read more
In episode #36, Paul talks with mental health counsellor and therapist Liz Sharpe. Through her business Live Your LIfe Therapies, Liz helps people deal with various mental health issues including dealing with trauma. Liz presented a well-received practical workshop at the Sudden Cardiac Arrest UK Guinness World Record Attempt which led her to go on … Read more