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Junior Doctors

“It is self-evident that a doctor who is present and attentive to the clinical tasks at hand is more effective than a mindless one. Mindfulness ……offers a means for doctors to be engaged, open and compassionate, to both themselves and their patients.

In short, the clinician grounded in present-moment awareness is both good scientist and humane doctor, a condition which is congruent with the deepest values of medicine.”
~ Whitesman, 2008

  Introduction to Mindfulness course

Focus on self care, stress management and well being

 1 ¼ hour classes over six weeks

Daily 15 minute meditation practices at home

In numerous studies, mindfulness-based approaches have been shown to enhance well-being, reduce depression and anxiety, and facilitate wiser responses to a range of physical and psychological health problems (Hoffman et al, 2010). South Australian research has demonstrated the value of mindfulness in depression, stress and anxiety states in our community (Kenny, 2007; Mathew et al, 2010).

There is also growing evidence that when health professionals practice mindfulness, there are beneficial effects not just for them, but for the patients under their care (Grepmair et al, 2007).

Derived from the Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy framework (Segal, Williams and Teasdale),  the  6 week course facilitates new ways to approach the common challenges that junior doctors face in the early stages of their careers.  Various short mindfulness practices are taught and practiced which allow the possibility of greater equanimity, clarity, effectiveness and kindness within the workplace.

Understanding stress physiology, recognising unhelpful thinking patterns, spotting early warning signs of stress and learning skilful, more compassionate responses are some of the topics covered in the course.  There is the opportunity to talk about home practice experiences, the benefits noticed and the obstacles that often arise. The structure of the course, the support of a teacher, and the fellowship of other participants are all invaluable in establishing and maintaining a regular mindfulness meditation practice, and finding different ways to respond to the issues that arise early in one’s career.​

Classes will have a maximum of 20 participants so please register early to book your place.

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Teacher:     Dr Maura Kenny or associate teacher
Location:    To be confirmed once face to face groups can resume
Dates:        To be confirmed

Cost:          $200  (tax deductible, or can be funded via PD monies. Includes course booklet and 2 recorded meditation practices)

​See Calendar for future courses

Request the registration form here
Email:      admin@mindfulscp.com



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  • Home
    • What is Mindfulness?
    • About >
      • The team
      • Talks & Workshops
      • Previous Engagements
  • Current Programs
    • Calendar
    • Medical Students
    • Junior Doctors
    • GPs & Specialists
    • Nursing & Allied Health Professionals
    • The Workplace: Individuals and Teams
    • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
  • Guided Meditations and other Resources
    • Audio
    • Books
    • Links
    • Videos
  • Teacher Training
    • Teacher Training
    • External Teacher Contract
  • Contact