Things to watch and listen to
DISCHARGED Interview with RMIT
In late 2022, Associate Dean of Social Work & Human Services Robyn Martin at RMIT University invited Trish Tran and Leo Rhodanthe of DISCHARGED for an interview on Alternatives to Suicide. In the interview we discuss the values of Alt2Su, where to use the approach, some of the impacts to folks who attend groups, and what can get in the way of effectively responding to suicide. Watch the recording here.
Please note the recording does not currently have closed captions.
No Feeling is Final Podcast
No Feeling Is Final is a show for anyone who’s ever wondered if life is worth living. And for anyone trying to better understand their friend, partner, or kid who’s wrestled with these feelings themselves. At times heartbreaking, and desperate — but also darkly funny, and charming, No Feeling Is Final is a story of difference, identity, and why we should stay alive.
Listen to the Podcast HERE
Duty of Care Webinar
La Trobe University’s Law School hosted a webinar regarding mental health clinicians obligations under duty of care, particularly within the context of new Victorian legislation. Associate Professor Chris Maylea facilitated a panel discussion featuring lived experience advocate Flick Grey, RMIT Senior Law Lecturer Dr Tina Popa, and Director of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry at Sydney’s St Vincent Hospital Dr Chris Ryan. An excellent overview and critical discussion of risk and clinical practice!
Watch the recording here.
Please note the recording does not currently have closed captions.
Care not Treatment: Service and system responses to suicide distress/crisis
This film by LELAN centres the lives and wisdom of eleven people who have been personally affected by suicide distress/crisis. They generously share their experiences so that the broader voice, influence and leadership of people with lived experience may collectively drive the changes we so desperately need.
Check out the film and resources here.
Alternatives to Suicide Webinar
The International Association of Peer Supporters hosted a 90 minute presentation exploring the Alternatives to Suicide Approach in their 43rd free webinar for peer support workers. This webinar, presented by Caroline Mazel-Carlton and Sean Donovan from the Wildflower Alliance, looks at how the suicide prevention paradigm shifts when we explore distress using the values of peer support.
Check out the webinar
Ways to Stay Alive Podcast Episode
When you're overwhelmed by distressing feelings and big emotions, it can feel lonely, particularly if you can't find the help you need in the mental health system. Alternative grassroots approaches to staying alive are now being explored, which focus on connecting with others in a similar space. From Alternatives to Suicide groups, to the Big Feels Club — peer support can be transforming.
Listen to the Podcast HERE