Tag: writing

Putting the Development Back into CPD: Pedagogy, Technology and a Little Imagination

What makes continuing professional development genuinely effective? Drawing on my work redesigning occupational health education at the University of Glasgow, I explore how pedagogy, interactive technology and a little imagination can make learning more engaging, accessible and relevant to professional practice. From digital workplace simulations to occupational health assessments for the Power Rangers, sometimes the best way to learn is by doing.

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Dying Laughing and mental health in the gig economy

For a comedian, gig work is fairly literal. The audience sees the minutes on stage but built around that performance is hours of writing, travelling, agonising, chasing bookings and, at least for most non-superstar comedians, working out the cost of performing. Applause and laughter is amazing, but it remains surprisingly difficult to use at the... Continue Reading →

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Hello :)

I am Dr Simon H. Walker, a researcher at the University of Glasgow working across occupational health, suicide prevention, workplace mental health, and evidence synthesis. My work focuses on how workplaces, institutions, and communities can better recognise and respond to distress before crisis point. I am particularly interested in suicide prevention beyond traditional clinical settings,... Continue Reading →

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“Always Look on the Bright Side of Life” – Nurse Suicide, Personal Loss, and Future Prevention.

Copywrite - Nickdelves.co.uk 16 years ago, I lost a friend/family member to suicide. Today is her birthday, and I wanted to honour her with some memories and a discussion of the work I now do - namely suicide research and prevention. I am not arrogant enough to think that I could have done anything, but... Continue Reading →

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