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

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Venue: National Library Board w(QU'4~  
100 Victoria Street, Level 5 b3G4cO;t;  
Singapore 188064 K 9ytot  
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When Children Worry Too Much: Anxiety in Children and What Families Can Do to Help — Dr Iliana Magiati Gk9Y{  
8 Aug 2009 in Possibility Room Zz<k^
 
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 3iHUG^sLW  
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 cY|?iEVs)  
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 Tl^9!>\Q  
children. CfguL@tR.  
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 ymdZ#I-  
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 ze<Lc/;X~  
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 El;\#la  
given written summary of the key points of the seminar. GHaOFLY  
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Understanding Disruptive Behavior in Young Children — Dr Lynette Tay 9+G.86Iky  
7 Nov 2009 in Imagination Room ,
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This presentation is targeted at parents with young children with the following objectives: )Jx+R;Z  
1. Provide parents with understanding of factors that can trigger or increase disruptive behaviors in children; s4@dEK8W  
2. Explain how developmental changes over time influences social and emotional development in children; S`oADy  
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1. To improve understanding of factors that contribute to misbehavior in young children; v+NdO$o  
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Understanding and Coping with Life Adversities — Professor Catherine Tang =/Ob kV Yf  
16 Jan 2010 in Imagination Room "lcNjyU\ O  
We are at times exposed to critical life events, including chronic illness, failed relationship (divorce, separation, or widowhood), death of loved ones, b]'Uv8fbF  
unemployment, and extreme financial hardship. Life adversities are often sudden and unexpected, and overwhelm our ability to cope. The negative B\U9F5  
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 uXX3I E[  
are individual differences in responses to the life adversity. The severity and circumstances of the event and the available support resources also Q= DP# 9&  
influence the trajectory of responses and recovery. N02X*NC  
In this talk, Professor Catherine Tang will explain: g]IRv(gDh  
1. What are the common and less common physical and emotional reactions to life adversities? |gvx^)ro  
2. What are the consequences of having severe negative physical and emotional reactions to life adversities? g-0?8q5T6  
3. Who are the most likely to show severe and long-term negative reactions? }Fd4; ]  
4. What can one do for oneself to cope with life adversities? j@xerY  
5. When should one seek professional assistance? U~
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Coping with Depressive and Anxious Moods — Dr Ryan Hong R36BvW0X  
3 April 2010 in Possibility Room }pJ6CW  
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 "+oP((9  
stomach”). Although there are many causes of depressive and anxious moods, we will focus primarily on how the way we think and behave might >h kmL](^  
contribute to such negative feelings. For example, holding unrealistic expectations of oneself and others might set us up for a lot of disappointment PuvC MD  
and negative feelings when those expectations were not met. What then can we do about it? By changing some of our beliefs, attitudes, and $4^cbk  
behaviors, we might be in a better positions to cope with depressive moods and anxiety when they arise. UQ;ymTqdc  
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Ageing, Memory Loss and Dementia: What can be Done? — Dr Simon Collinson zo,`V
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17 July 2010 in Possibility Room *f%uc  
Many people fear the possibility of developing dementia as they grow older. For some, the concern becomes greater as they begin to notice their d NQ?8P-&  
memory is not as efficient as it used to be. But do memory changes necessarily herald the onset of dementia or are they part of the normal process M ABrf`<b  
of ageing? Is there anything that can be done to prevent dementia and/or can memory be improved through a healthy lifestyle? Researchers in #-xsAKi  
Singapore and overseas are working on these and other questions and the answers are surprising. This seminar will focus on normal memory and 'c[[H3s!;  
how it changes with age. Dementia and its many variants and what can be done to treat memory problems. t$NK{Mw5_  
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Coping With Caregiver Stress: How To Break-Through Without Breaking-Down — Dr Donald Yeo e>zCzKK  
2 Oct 2010 in Possibility Room f}JiYZ  
Caring for elderly individuals with chronic physical and mental health problems can be demanding and distressing for family caregivers. This talk H ?Vo#/  
addresses common concerns and psychological reactions in this caregiving journey, and discusses effective ways of coping with caregiver stress and AJ_''%$I3:  
preventing burnout. Strategies on increasing mental resilience and using problem solving approaches will also be explored. D#ZzhHHP