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Royal College of Psychiatrists: Improving the lives of people affected by mental illness.

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We're launching a new campaign called Thrive in Psychiatry to help our membership continue to provide great care for patients.

The aim is to retain psychiatrists in the profession and help our members thrive, overcome barriers and take on exciting new challenges.
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International Medical Graduate Dr Islam had to overcome incredible challenges to become the psychiatrist she is today – read her story #ThriveinPsychiatry  

https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/news-and-features/blogs/detail/careers-in-psychiatry-blog/2024/10/15/my-passion-for-psychiatry-remains-unwavering?
November 10, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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The College is delighted to announce the appointments of three new Associate Registrars.

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College announces new Associate Registrar roles
The College is delighted to announce the appointments of three new Associate Registrars in the areas of Comorbid Mental Health and Substance Use, and Digital Mental Health.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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BOOK NOW for WEDNESDAY's annual Quality Improvement Conference, which includes a keynote from Helen Bevan, a pioneer of quality improvement in the NHS for over 30 years.

🖥⬇️ https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/events/conferences/detail/2025/11/12/default-calendar/quality-improvement-conference-2025?

November 10, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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Dr Handa's writes on life as a psychiatrist with carer responsibilities for 2 children - including support she's offered, & what more can be done. #ThriveinPsychiatry

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November 7, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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The #rcpsychawards celebrates the brightest teams and individuals in psychiatry and #mentalhealth care.

If you missed yesterday's ceremony, you can catch up with the winners, and watch the Lifetime Achievement Award tribute to Sir Robin Murray.

🖥➡️ https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/about-us/rcpsych-awards
November 7, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Help support our new #ThriveinPsychiatry campaign - join our efforts to spread the word and help our members provide the best patient care.

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Help support Thrive in Psychiatry
Find out how you can help share the message of our 2025 Thrive in Psychiatry campaign by using our campaign assets and suggested social media messages.
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November 6, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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Explore your options for Higher Training. Read on working in addictions psychiatry, psychiatry of intellectual disabilities, old age psychiatry & all other specialties. #ThriveinPsychiatry
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Types of psychiatrist
Read about the various specialties and subspecialties that exist within psychiatry, such as child and adolescent, forensic, and old age psychiatry.
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November 6, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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"Healthcare professionals with carer responsibilities come with a lot of strengths." Listen to what Dr Raka Maitra has to say about what needs to change to make the most of the abilities and experiences of psychiatrists who are carers. #ThriveinPsychiatry

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November 6, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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Not attending the RCPsych Awards today? You can follow the live comms on our X page or register to watch the livestream, which starts at 2PM.

For registration, the shortlists for this year's award, and more
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November 6, 2025 at 9:29 AM
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You can help support our #ThriveinPsychiatry campaign - join our efforts to spread the word and help our membership provide the best care to patients.

🖥➡️ https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/members/thrive-in-psychiatry
Thrive in Psychiatry
The College is working to retain as many psychiatrists as possible in the profession. Find out more about our Thrive in Psychiatry campaign.
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November 5, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Throughout #ThriveinPsychiatry we'll discuss a wide range of issues and challenges facing psychiatrists. We'd love to hear what you think - whether you think the College or another body should be doing more to help, or if you have a question.

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Tell us what you think or ask a question about Thrive in Psychiatry
The chance for our membership to ask questions in the College's 2025 campaign Thrive in Psychiatry, which aims to help more psychiatrists stay and thrive in the profession.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Resident doctors in core training: one of the great things about higher training is your special interest day. Find out more and get inspired by other people's special interests... what will yours be? #ThriveinPsychiatry

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Thrive in Psychiatry
The College is working to retain as many psychiatrists as possible in the profession. Find out more about our Thrive in Psychiatry campaign.
www.rcpsych.ac.uk
November 5, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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"Go for it - step into leadership!" Dr Derek Tracy, Chief Medical Officer at the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, talks about his journey and what it's like to step into a leadership role.

Watch the first podcast in our #ThriveinPsychiatry series.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:53 AM
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Who is the College's #ThriveinPsychiatry campaign for, and what's coming up during the campaign? How can you influence the topics we discuss? Find all of these things out .

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About Thrive in Psychiatry
Information about the College's 2025 campaign Thrive in Psychiatry, to help more psychiatrists stay and thrive in the profession.
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November 4, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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During #ThriveinPsychiatry we'll discuss a wide range of issues and challenges facing psychiatrists. We'd love to hear what you think - whether you think the College or another body should be doing more to help, or if you have a question.

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Thrive in Psychiatry
The College is working to retain as many psychiatrists as possible in the profession. Find out more about our Thrive in Psychiatry campaign.
www.rcpsych.ac.uk
November 4, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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Our #ThriveinPsychiatry podcast series explores challenges psychiatrists face. We discuss the support psychiatrists with carer responsibilities need, neurodivergent psychiatrists, taking a break, and the role of employers.

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The Thrive in Psychiatry Podcast - Episode 1
In our first Thrive in Psychiatry podcasts, we discuss what needs to be done to support psychiatrists with carer responsibilities and to support neurodivergent psychiatrists.
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November 2, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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What's the role of a leader, when a psychiatrist asks for a break, or is looking to return from a break? Dr Derek Tracy, CMO at South London and Maudsley sets out the culture employers should be aiming for, in the first podcast of our #ThriveinPsychiatry series.

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Thrive in Psychiatry
The College is working to retain as many psychiatrists as possible in the profession. Find out more about our Thrive in Psychiatry campaign.
www.rcpsych.ac.uk
November 1, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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In the first blog post of our new #ThriveinPsychiatry campaign, a psychiatrist who is AuDHD talks about reasonable adjustments, where you can go for support, and life as a neurodivergent doctor.

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Working as a neurodivergent psychiatrist
A psychiatrist who is AuDHD talks about reasonable adjustments, where you can go to for support, and how he has found life as a neurodivergent doctor.
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October 31, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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"There's a lot of hesitation and a lot of self-criticism to step off the treadmill." Dr Matheiken took 'the scenic route' to becoming a consultant psychiatrist but doesn't regret it, and had many positive experiences. Listen to the first #ThriveinPsychiatry podcast

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October 31, 2025 at 1:09 PM
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BOOK NOW for the annual Quality Improvement Conference. The ONLINE event takes place on 12 November from 1 PM.

Plenary session with Dr Helen Bevan, a pioneer of quality improvement and a driving force in healthcare transformation for over 30 years.

🖥➡️ rcpsych.ac.uk/events/confe...?
Event poster with a woman at the screen. Event information quality improvement conference 2025, taking place online on 12 November from 1pm to 5 pm.
October 31, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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During our new #ThriveinPsychiatry campaign we'll be discussing a wide range of issues which affect psychiatrists and their ability to provide the best care.

www.rcpsych.ac.uk/members/thri...
October 28, 2025 at 11:58 AM
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We're launching a new campaign called Thrive in Psychiatry to help our membership continue to provide great care for patients.

The aim is to retain psychiatrists in the profession and help our members thrive, overcome barriers and take on exciting new challenges.
www.rcpsych.ac.uk/members/thri...
October 28, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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On 16 October, we welcomed over 70 new Members to the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

This milestone reflects years of hard work and excellence. We are proud of you and excited to see all you will achieve as part of our community.
October 22, 2025 at 7:44 AM
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Psychiatry in the Media, a thought-provoking exhibition by @drgavinmiller.bsky.social explores how psychiatry was portrayed in Penguin Books from 1949–1975.

Come reflect on the power, risks, and responsibilities of talking about mental health in the public eye.
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October 14, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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We are committed to addressing the inequities faced by SAS doctors, through our SAS Strategy which supports our SAS members to fulfil their potential and have a rewarding career.

That's why we fully support the "SAS Six statements" from the SAS Collective, and the principles that underpin them.
October 9, 2025 at 8:58 AM