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Child Mental Health
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MQ Open Mind looks at the science behind mental health and its potential to transform lives. The show digs deep into the cutting-edge research taking on mental illness and speaks to the people it could help. Hear conversations on a range of different conditions, from depression and anxiety to schizophrenia and bipolar. Brought to you by the mental health research charity, MQ: Transforming Mental H... more

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In this episode, Professor Rory O’Connor interviews broadcaster, author, and psychologist Claudia Hammond. Known for her work presenting All in the Mind on BBC Radio 4 and other science and psychology programmes across radio and television, Claudia h... more

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In this episode, Professor Rory O’Connor interviews Dr Catherine Harmer, a Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Oxford and a member of the MQ Science Council.

Her research focuses on understanding the neuropsychological mechanism... more

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In this episode, Professor Rory O’Connor interviews Dr Daisy Singla, Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto, a clinical psychologist and researcher whose work focuses on global mental health and improving acc... more

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What is trauma? Conversations about trauma often focus on individual experiences. But trauma can also be shaped by social and political contexts, affecting entire communities as well as the people within them.

In this episode, Professor Rory O’Conno... more

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Claudia Hammond
Broadcaster and author discussing her book Feeling Overwhelmed and research-informed insights
BBC; Author
Episode: Why You're Overwhelmed (And What to Do About It) with Claudia Hammond
Catherine Harmer
Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience, University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: What We Get Wrong About Depression with Prof Catherine Harmer
Dr. Daisy Singla
Associate Professor at the University of Toronto; Senior Scientist at CAMH; MQ Science Council member
University of Toronto; CAMH
Episode: What’s Holding Back Global Mental Health Care? with Dr Daisy Singla
Orla Muldoon
Professor of Psychology, Head of Department at Queen's University Belfast
Queen's University Belfast
Episode: Understanding Trauma with Prof Orla Muldoon
Andrew McIntosh
Professor of Biological Psychiatry
University of Edinburgh
Episode: Can Genetics Help Us Understand Mental Health? with Prof Andrew McIntosh
Professor Vilam Kaikin
Research clinical psychologist and author
University of Oxford
Episode: Looking Back on Open Mind Season 4
Professor Nav Kapoor
Leading researcher in suicide prevention and health policy
University of Manchester
Episode: Looking Back on Open Mind Season 4
Professor Sarah Jane Blakemore
Psychologist and neuroscientist specializing in adolescent brain development
University of Cambridge
Episode: Looking Back on Open Mind Season 4
Professor Kam Bui
Expert in public mental health and policy
Episode: Looking Back on Open Mind Season 4

Hosts

Rory O'Connor
Host, Professor of Health Psychology at University of Glasgow; long-running host with focus on mental health research translation
Craig
Filmmaker and content creator; host and producer focusing on MQ Open Mind content and dissemination

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • So happy the show’s back!

    I’m really glad this podcast is back. It’s great to listen to sensible conversations about mental health.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kittykat-B
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Well Done MQ

    I found this really interesting. Well done MQ Open Mind. I was diagnosed at the age of 15 with clinical depression, unfortunately back then mental health was not an open subject. I got NO help at all from anyone at school. I’m pleased that there is now a lot of conversations and changes happening with regards to Child and Adolescents Mental Health

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Popsycorn
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Great podcast, thank you!

    Fascinating insights into the really important work that MQ are doing.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    emkay_online
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • Mr JC

    V informative - great host

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JC077777
    United Kingdom9 years ago
  • Great!

    WHat a great Podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liv223344
    United Kingdom9 years ago

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Fans like the mix of science and real-world impact, plus the emphasis on lived experience.

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What’s Holding Back Global Mental Health Care? with Dr Daisy Singla
Q: What makes the summit trial notable in terms of implementation science?
Its large scale, transdiagnostic framing, and emphasis on integrating decision-makers and health systems made it a landmark example of implementing evidence-based psychotherapies in real-world settings.
What’s Holding Back Global Mental Health Care? with Dr Daisy Singla
Q: What is the eightfold finding regarding suicide ideation in the summit trial?
Women who enrolled and attended treatment in the summit trial experienced an eightfold decrease in suicide ideation, illustrating the potential impact of scalable psychotherapies on high-risk outcomes.
What’s Holding Back Global Mental Health Care? with Dr Daisy Singla
Q: What did the PCORI-supported pragmatic trial demonstrate about task-shifting and telemedicine?
The trial showed that non-mental health specialists could deliver brief psychotherapies as effectively as experienced clinicians, and that telemedicine was as effective as in-person therapy, supporting scalable, accessible care.
What’s Holding Back Global Mental Health Care? with Dr Daisy Singla
Q: What is behavioral activation and why is it important in global mental health?
Behavioral activation is based on engaging in meaningful activities to lift mood; it's simple, effective, and scalable across settings, making it a cornerstone for treating perinatal depression and anxiety where access to care is limited.
Can Genetics Help Us Understand Mental Health? with Prof Andrew McIntosh
Q: What current projects are you excited about, especially in Africa?
He discusses the Depression Genetics in Africa project, its aim to recruit about 10,000 individuals across Malawi, Ethiopia, and Nigeria with analysis in South Africa, and the importance of including African ancestries to balance global genetics research and improve generalizability.

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What is MQ Open Mind about and what kind of topics does it cover?

MQ Open Mind focuses on the science behind mental health, featuring researchers, clinicians, and thought leaders who translate academic findings into practical insights. Recent episodes center on stress, depression, youth mental health, trauma, genetics, mindfulness, and global health delivery, with clear emphasis on how research informs real-world care and policy. The show distinguishes itself by blending accessible storytelling with deep science, often highlighting lived experiences, implementation challenges, and the pathways from bench to bedside. Listeners—likely professionals and informed laypeople—can expect rigorous discussion shaped by ongoing MQ-supported work and collaborations, plus a frequent emphasis on accessible strategies a... more

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