In this episode of Reimagining Cyber, host Rob Aragao welcomes Dr. Andrew Reeves, a cyber psychology expert from the University of New South Wales Institute for Cybersecurity. They discuss Andrew's groundbreaking national study on mental well-being in the cybersecurity sector and the high burnout rates among cybersecurity professionals. Dr. Reeves compares these rates to those in other industries, notably frontline healthcare workers, and highlights the lack of appreciation and support for cyber professionals. He shares an example of a colleague who experienced a severe panic attack due to job stress, leading to early retirement. The episode explores systemic issues and potential resources for mental health support within the cybersecurity industry.00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:34 Exploring Cyber Psychology00:44 Comparing Cybersecurity to Other Industries02:47 Burnout in Cybersecurity05:27 Personal Stories and Experiences11:18 Resources and Final ThoughtsLinks/resources mentioned this episode: University of New South Wales Institute for Cybersecurity.https://www.unsw.edu.au/research/ifcyberCybermindzhttps://cybermindz.org/University of Adelaide Defence and Security Institutehttps://www.adelaide.edu.au/defence-security/Follow or subscribe to the show on your preferred podcast platform.Share the show with others in the cybersecurity world.Get in touch via [email protected] As featured on Million Podcasts' Best 100 Cybersecurity Podcast and Best 70 Chief Information Security Officer CISO Podcasts rankings.

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