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Notes Spring 2017

Coping with stress, distress and finding support

A cultural shift is needed before medical students under pressure can feel fully supported to ask for help, says Cardiff University's Professor Debbie Cohen.

Also in this issue:

  • Perfect your presentation skills
  • Breaking bad news with compassion
  • Confidentiality made easy

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This page was correct at publication on 13/03/2017. Any guidance is intended as general guidance for members only. If you are a member and need specific advice relating to your own circumstances, please contact one of our advisers.

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