A short introduction to this album.
A typical day at Blackthorn Garden, a social enterprise venture which provides work placements for people with mental health problems.
Jan Prior talks about how people are referred to Blackthorn, the importance of teamwork, and the overall aims of the enterprise.
Chris Broderick explains the importance of role of Workways within the Blackthorn Garden.
Local GP Sugina Hesketh explains why she sometimes refers patients to the Blackthorn Garden.
Colin, a co-worker, talks about how Blackthorn has helped him move forward with his life.
Geoff, a co-worker, explains how Blackthorn has helped to give him back his sense of self-worth.
Vicky, a co-worker, talks about some of the activities she's become involved with since coming to Blackthorn, and how they've helped her to regain her self-confidence.
Professor Neil Frude describes how diagnoses in mental health are made, and some of the challenges clinicians face when making a diagnosis.
Dr Sugina Hesketh talks about her approach to diagnosis and treatment of people with mental health problems.
Professor Neil Frude talks about the range of treatments available to people suffering from mental health problems.
Professor Neil Frude talks about some of the issues arising when treating people with severe and enduring mental health problems.
Consultant addiction psychiatrist Emily Finch explores issues relating to treatment of people with drug and alcohol problems.
Professor Martin Rossor talks about research into pharmacological interventions for Alzheimer’s dementia.
Open University academic Dr Claire Rostron explores some of the issues raised by the tracks in this album.
SDK228 course team chair gives an overview of the course and what it sets out to achieve.