Obituary - Russell Ainslie Meares.

Russell Meares, a prominent figure in Australian psychiatry, passed away in 2024 after a long and influential career. Meares was known for his ability to integrate scientific thought with the humanities, and he continued to work and publish until his final illness. He developed the Conversational Model (CM), a psychodynamic therapy that has been effective in treating patients with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Meares made significant contributions to the field through his academic achievements, founding the Academic Department of Psychiatry at the Austin Hospital and the Brain Dynamic Centre. He published numerous scientific papers and books, and his work inspired generations of psychiatrists. Meares' legacy is celebrated and he is survived by his wife, three children, and six grandchildren. [Extracted from the article]