CPD eLearning update December 2025

Since the last quarterly update, we have released the following new content on CPD eLearning:

  • Podcast: No mental health without oral health (RCPsych Congress 2025)

    Following their presentation at the 2025 International Congress, speakers at the ‘No mental health without oral health’ session expanded on their talk with the CPD eLearning Podcast Editor, Dr Nadia Imran. In this podcast, Dr Ed Beveridge, Prof Steve Kisely and Dr Easter Joury uncover the intersection between physical and psychiatric comorbidity, the effects of psychotropics on oral health, and provide clear and helpful guidance about how psychiatrists can help their patients improve their oral health.

    CPD credits: 0.5

  • Module: Fatigue in sport – overtraining syndrome

    The last decade has seen burgeoning interest in the mental health of sportsmen and women. This is reflected in an increasing body of research and better mental healthcare for athletes. Although the interface between physical and mental health is a neglected area, improved approaches to the mental health of injured athletes are welcome. Fatigue syndromes are another area where physical and mental health intersect, and it may be unhelpful (for the athlete) to consider one without the other. This module presents a framework for understanding and addressing the health needs of athletes whose central concern is fatigue leading to under-performance.

    CPD credits: 1

  • Podcast: What every psychiatrist should know about smoking cessation

    October marked the annual Stoptober initiative, a powerful reminder of the life-saving potential of quitting smoking. In this podcast episode, guest presenter Dr Claire Jones explores why smoking cessation is considered the single most impactful intervention for improving health outcomes, and uncovers how small changes in clinical approach can lead to life-changing outcomes.

    CPD credits: 0.5

  • Podcast: Adult ADHD and psychosis (2025 update)

    Thirteen years ago, Dr Peter Mason was interviewed by CPD eLearning about adult attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and comorbid psychosis. In this podcast, we revisit the topic. Together with CPD eLearning Trainee Editor, Dr Thomas Fyall, and new panelist Dr Ahmed Samei Huda, they look at the interaction between adult ADHD and comorbid psychosis alongside a number of case reports, outlining common symptoms, associated challenges and principles for safe treatment.

    CPD credits: 0.5

As part of our Module updates programme, we look to update our content every 2 years. Recently released updates include:

  • Phenomenology and treatment of voice hearing in psychiatric practice

    Recent evidence suggests that voice hearing is a diverse psychological phenomenon that is not necessarily indicative of a psychotic or neurological disorder, but which occurs across different diagnostic categories as well as in non-clinical populations.

    This module provides an overview of recent research and its relevance for clinical practice. It highlights different ways in which voice hearing is subjectively experienced and demonstrates the importance of phenomenological assessment of voice hearing in the diagnostic process. Finally, the module discusses current treatment approaches as well as non-medical coping strategies for people who hear voices.

    CPD credits: 1.5

In addition, the following modules have also been updated:

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