On Loss and Wellness - Supporting Providers Amidst the Overdose Epidemic

Explore a critical yet often overlooked aspect of the overdose epidemic in this 59-minute video presentation. Delve into the emotional toll experienced by clinicians following a client's fatal overdose, a topic that has received little attention in research and service provision. Learn from clinical psychologist Adelya Urmanche as she shares insights on supporting healthcare providers amidst the rising overdose-related mortalities in the United States. Gain valuable perspectives on the unique challenges faced by clinicians, contrasting them with the well-documented grief experienced by families of overdose victims. Benefit from Urmanche's expertise, developed through her postdoctoral research fellowship at Mount Sinai Beth Israel and collaborations with organizations like the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and Weill Cornell Medical College. Discover strategies for addressing clinician wellness and coping mechanisms in the face of this unprecedented crisis.