Episode 4: The Human Cost of Caring: Navigating Moral Injury - Symptom Media

Episode 4: The Human Cost of Caring:

Navigating Moral Injury

In this powerful episode of The Symptom Media Podcast: Bridging the Divide in Mental Health, host Dr. Lindi van Niekerk is joined by Dr. Sophie Redlin and nurse Andrea Mackay for an intimate conversation about moral injury in healthcare. Originally a term from military psychology, moral injury has become a resonant framework for understanding the inner conflict and lasting harm many health professionals experience when systemic failures or ethical dilemmas violate their sense of what is right. Drawing from their personal stories during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond, Sophie and Andrea unpack how these experiences shape caregivers—and how community, storytelling, and compassion can help repair the human cost.

This podcast is brought to you by Symptom Media – Mental Health Education & Training

To learn more about Symptom Media and its mental health resource library visit: https://symptommedia.com/

For more information about the resources shared in this episode you can visit:

The Moral Injury Partnership: www.moralinjurypartnership.com

The Symptom Media Podcast Episode 1: The Burnout Over Burnout

Feb 26, 2025

The Symptom Media Podcast Episode 1 Episode 1: The Burnout over BurnoutBurnout is a term we hear constantly—so much so that it’s begun to fade into the background, making it easy to overlook the real crisis behind it. In this debut episode of The Symptom Media...

Next Entries »

Resources

Customers

Blog

Resource Library

Testimonials

Success Stories

Forensic Nursing Collection – Jennifer Johnson Testimonial 2

Forensic Nursing Collection – Jennifer Johnson Testimonial 1

Recognizing the Signs of Human Trafficking

Recognizing the Signs of Human Trafficking: A Guide for Awareness and Prevention Human trafficking is a global human rights crisis that affects millions of people across the world. It is a form of modern-day slavery where individuals are exploited for forced labor,...

The Importance of Ethics and Boundaries in Professional and Personal Relationships

The Importance of Ethics and Boundaries in Professional and Personal Relationships Ethics and boundaries are fundamental to maintaining trust, integrity, and professionalism in all aspects of life. Ethical behavior ensures fairness, accountability, and respect in...

Can You Recognize Domestic Violence?

Can You Recognize Domestic Violence? Domestic violence is a deeply complex and multifaceted issue, affecting millions worldwide and crossing all demographics. For clinicians, the ability to recognize domestic violence is critical, as early identification can provide...

Borderline Personality Disorder Tests

Recognizing the Signs of Bullying: Identification, Impact, and Intervention Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex mental health condition that affects how individuals regulate their emotions, interact in relationships, and perceive themselves....

Empathy and Experience: The Importance of Physician Mental Health

Episode 3: Empathy and Experience: The Importance of Physician Mental HealthIn episode 3 of The Symptom Media Podcast: Bridging the Divide in Mental Health, host Dr. Lindi van Niekerk is joined by Dr. Christine Moutier, Chief Medical Officer of the American Foundation...

Can You Identify a Child in Crisis?

Can You Identify a Child in Crisis? Recognizing Signs of Distress in Young Minds Mental health professionals know that children often communicate their distress in ways that can be subtle, masked, or easily misunderstood. Recognizing these signs early is crucial, as a...

Recognizing the Signs of Bullying

Recognizing the Signs of Bullying: Identification, Impact, and Intervention Bullying is a pervasive social and psychological issue that affects individuals across various settings, including schools, workplaces, and online environments. Defined as repeated aggressive...

Navigating Crisis with a Safety Plan

Navigating Through Crisis with a Personalized Safety Plan A mental health crisis can occur unexpectedly, leaving individuals feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, or unable to cope with distressing thoughts and emotions. These crises can arise from various triggers, such as...