The Locked up Living Podcast: Surviving and thriving in prisons and other challenging environments
Podcasters David Jones & Dr Naomi Murphy
100 episodes
5 days ago
What types of organisation, institution and industries are performing work that tests human resilience and evokes powerful feelings of shame, sadness, fear and disgust? Does working with people who commit serious crimes like rape and murder affect the staff who work with them? How do you overcome adversity and protect yourself from burnout or compassion fatigue?
Naomi Murphy and David Jones have decades of experience of working in prisons and other forensic settings. They host experts across a range of disciplines to discover what are some of the challenges that make a difference in fostering resilience and creativity in those who live and work in challenging organisations
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What types of organisation, institution and industries are performing work that tests human resilience and evokes powerful feelings of shame, sadness, fear and disgust? Does working with people who commit serious crimes like rape and murder affect the staff who work with them? How do you overcome adversity and protect yourself from burnout or compassion fatigue?
Naomi Murphy and David Jones have decades of experience of working in prisons and other forensic settings. They host experts across a range of disciplines to discover what are some of the challenges that make a difference in fostering resilience and creativity in those who live and work in challenging organisations
Justin Havens (Audio); Conquering Nightmares: A New Approach to Trauma
The Locked up Living Podcast: Surviving and thriving in prisons and other challenging environments
39 minutes
2 months ago
Justin Havens (Audio); Conquering Nightmares: A New Approach to Trauma
Keywords
nightmares, trauma, PTSD, dream completion technique, mental health, self-help, EMDR, sleep disturbances, psychological therapy, veterans
Summary
In this conversation, Naomi Murphy and David Jones discuss with Justin Havens the impact of nightmares on individuals, particularly those with trauma and PTSD. He introduces the Dream Completion Technique, a method designed to help individuals regain control over their dreams and reduce the frequency of nightmares. The discussion also covers the importance of self-help resources, the role of EMDR in trauma treatment, and the need for greater awareness and accessibility of interventions for those suffering from sleep disturbances. Justin emphasizes the potential for empowering individuals to manage their own sleep and mental health, highlighting the significance of addressing nightmares in various populations, including veterans and forensic settings.
Takeaways
Nightmares are often linked to unresolved trauma.
The Dream Completion Technique empowers individuals to reshape their dreams.
Education about dreaming can help reduce fear and anxiety.
Nightmares can lead to serious mental health issues if unaddressed.
Self-help resources can be effective in managing nightmares.
EMDR is a valuable tool in treating trauma and nightmares.
Awareness of sleep disturbances is crucial for mental health professionals.
Nightmares are common among both men and women, but may manifest differently.
The brain has natural healing mechanisms that can be harnessed for recovery.
Interventions for nightmares can be low-cost and scalable.
The Locked up Living Podcast: Surviving and thriving in prisons and other challenging environments
What types of organisation, institution and industries are performing work that tests human resilience and evokes powerful feelings of shame, sadness, fear and disgust? Does working with people who commit serious crimes like rape and murder affect the staff who work with them? How do you overcome adversity and protect yourself from burnout or compassion fatigue?
Naomi Murphy and David Jones have decades of experience of working in prisons and other forensic settings. They host experts across a range of disciplines to discover what are some of the challenges that make a difference in fostering resilience and creativity in those who live and work in challenging organisations
