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The Science Behind Wellbeing – a PDA and Pharmacist Support online workshop

The PDA is pleased to be working with its charity partner, Pharmacist Support on a FREE workshop that has been designed to help members manage stress and improve their mental health.

Thu 10th December 2026 (7:00pm - 8:30pm)

The online workshop will cover what happens in the body and mind when stressed.

The workshop will cover:

  • practices that can help with stress and the science behind these practices
  • self-care and wellbeing
  • relaxation and meditation
  • sleep, relationships, and more, with a healthy dose of neuroscience thrown in.

Multiple surveys over the years have found that, for many pharmacists, the stress and pressures they face in the workplace have a hugely negative impact on their mental health and wellbeing. Therefore, the PDA believes it’s essential that workshops like this are available to all pharmacists.

Member feedback on this event

‘The event was very useful as it allowed me to learn ways to promote relaxation within the body and the mind.’

‘An excellent session! It reminded me how important it is to look after our mental health and wellbeing.’

‘I used the breathing technique the following day whilst waiting 22 minutes on the phone to get through to speak to a GP about an excessive dose on a script. It helped hugely; I wouldn’t have thought to do that before attending this course.’

‘A very informative and thought-provoking session.’

About the speaker

This session will be delivered by Melissa Cochrane, Wellbeing Development Manager at Pharmacist Support. Learn more about the speaker here.

Please note that this FREE webinar is for PDA members only. If you are not yet a PDA member and wish to join, you can do so below.

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