Useful talks in Singapore---- Psychological Adjustment and Coping with Life Stress

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Venue: National Library Board xHv|ca.E  
100 Victoria Street, Level 5 
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Singapore 188064 q8?
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Time: 4.00 pm — 5.30 pm ,TF<y#wed  
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When Children Worry Too Much: Anxiety in Children and What Families Can Do to Help — Dr Iliana Magiati r T flk  
8 Aug 2009 in Possibility Room (F,(]71Z +  
Many children experience worry and anxiety at some points in their lives. In most occasions, these worries and anxieties do not last long. In other BH&/2tO%  
cases, they may be normal worries that most children of the same age have. Sometimes, however, a parent feels that their child worries too much /[Bl  
and that their anxiety gets in the way and disrupts their child’s development and fun in life. This can be very upsetting for both parents and &@4.;u  
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In this seminar, we will learn what normal worries are for children of different ages and what parents can do to support the children in dealing with Lf^5Eo/ 5A  
these worries. We will also talk about signs that the anxiety may be taking over, different types of anxiety on the child’s life and, importantly, steps U~{Sa+  
that parents can make to help out. Real examples, role plays and direct teaching will be used to illustrate the points made and parents will also be qSEB}1  
given written summary of the key points of the seminar. [xtK"E#  
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Understanding Disruptive Behavior in Young Children — Dr Lynette Tay ZI58XS+  
7 Nov 2009 in Imagination Room DYo<5^0  
This presentation is targeted at parents with young children with the following objectives: wi\z>'R  
1. Provide parents with understanding of factors that can trigger or increase disruptive behaviors in children; FgOU e  
2. Explain how developmental changes over time influences social and emotional development in children; uX<+hG.n
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1. To improve understanding of factors that contribute to misbehavior in young children; (|g").L  
2. To increase awareness of parents’ role in effective management of disruptive behaviors N<aB)</  
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Understanding and Coping with Life Adversities — Professor Catherine Tang #D`S  
16 Jan 2010 in Imagination Room 'bB>$E  
We are at times exposed to critical life events, including chronic illness, failed relationship (divorce, separation, or widowhood), death of loved ones, DC|xilP1O  
unemployment, and extreme financial hardship. Life adversities are often sudden and unexpected, and overwhelm our ability to cope. The negative YKP=0 j3,  
physical and emotional reactions may start soon after the event, may not happen until months later, or may come and last for many years. There &<gUFcw7Ui  
are individual differences in responses to the life adversity. The severity and circumstances of the event and the available support resources also /&D'V_Q`*  
influence the trajectory of responses and recovery. vIVw'Z(g}  
In this talk, Professor Catherine Tang will explain: j`2B}@2  
1. What are the common and less common physical and emotional reactions to life adversities? 2q"_^deI5*  
2. What are the consequences of having severe negative physical and emotional reactions to life adversities? H\)gE>  
3. Who are the most likely to show severe and long-term negative reactions? 0rku4T  
4. What can one do for oneself to cope with life adversities? <#xrrRhm}  
5. When should one seek professional assistance? +P[88!  
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Coping with Depressive and Anxious Moods — Dr Ryan Hong Zk]k1]u*5  
3 April 2010 in Possibility Room N@cMM1  
In this talk, we will explore the common signs and symptoms of depressive and anxious moods (e.g., feeling “the blues” and “butterflies in the *>e~_{F  
stomach”). Although there are many causes of depressive and anxious moods, we will focus primarily on how the way we think and behave might n 5~=qQK2  
contribute to such negative feelings. For example, holding unrealistic expectations of oneself and others might set us up for a lot of disappointment jOBY&W0r  
and negative feelings when those expectations were not met. What then can we do about it? By changing some of our beliefs, attitudes, and cP*c(k~N  
behaviors, we might be in a better positions to cope with depressive moods and anxiety when they arise. <\, & :<  
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Ageing, Memory Loss and Dementia: What can be Done? — Dr Simon Collinson gf0PMc3l  
17 July 2010 in Possibility Room M4TrnZ1D}
 
Many people fear the possibility of developing dementia as they grow older. For some, the concern becomes greater as they begin to notice their ?_VRfeztw  
memory is not as efficient as it used to be. But do memory changes necessarily herald the onset of dementia or are they part of the normal process v[R_S  
of ageing? Is there anything that can be done to prevent dementia and/or can memory be improved through a healthy lifestyle? Researchers in kF+ZW%6N  
Singapore and overseas are working on these and other questions and the answers are surprising. This seminar will focus on normal memory and _&W0e}4  
how it changes with age. Dementia and its many variants and what can be done to treat memory problems. 5R,la\!bQ  
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Coping With Caregiver Stress: How To Break-Through Without Breaking-Down — Dr Donald Yeo Hs[}l_gYn  
2 Oct 2010 in Possibility Room E x_L!9>!  
Caring for elderly individuals with chronic physical and mental health problems can be demanding and distressing for family caregivers. This talk 968Ac}OA  
addresses common concerns and psychological reactions in this caregiving journey, and discusses effective ways of coping with caregiver stress and R(: 4s  
preventing burnout. Strategies on increasing mental resilience and using problem solving approaches will also be explored. B;eW/#`