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Book of the Week: Episode 5 - In praise of nurses

In Dr Ben Cave's compassionate memoir about his career in forensic psychiatry he recalls one nurse's bravery, and he reaches a turning point. Adrian Scarborough reads.

Dr Ben Cave's compassionate memoir about his career in forensic psychiatry concludes. Today, he reflects on the dedication of the nurses he has worked with over three decades, and recalls one nurse's bravery. He also reaches a turning point. Adrian Scarborough reads.

In What We Fear Most Dr Ben Cave reflects on his decades on the front line of forensic psychiatry where he has seen the extremes of mental illness. He tells the human stories behind the headlines and introduces us to some of the people he has treated. Fear, violence, and sadness but most of all humanity are the hallmarks of each. What emerges is compassion, understanding and for many of his patients, hope and the potential for a brighter future. We also discover how Cave has been shaped by all the many cases that have been his life's work.

Abridged by Richard Hamilton
Produced by Elizabeth Allard

14 minutes

Last on

Sat 26 Aug 2023 00:30

Broadcasts

  • Fri 25 Aug 2023 09:45
  • Sat 26 Aug 2023 00:30