Dr Mark Salter on the mental challenges facing people experiencing catastrophic loss and amputation

Psychologist Dr Mark Salter recently spoke at Fieldfisher's Amputation Conference which included medical practitioners, clients, Paralympians and care providers, to highlight how best to support people coming to terms with amputation.

He said that although everyone is different, in the aftermath of catastrophic loss following an accident or medical emergency, most people experience a time of panic, depression, sometimes suicidal thoughts that affect their sleep, diet and whole outlook on life. Dr Salter said that for many, when they first wake up in the morning they feel happy, and then remember their lost limb all over again.

Listen to his talk below.