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

Psychological Adjustment and Coping with Life Stress XulaPq  
=X)Q7u".7  
Venue: National Library Board 20$F$YYuk  
100 Victoria Street, Level 5 )!'Fa_$ e  
Singapore 188064 sM#!Xl;  
Time: 4.00 pm — 5.30 pm @47[vhE  
NG!>7$@RV  
.WBI%ci  
When Children Worry Too Much: Anxiety in Children and What Families Can Do to Help — Dr Iliana Magiati J'I1,5(  
8 Aug 2009 in Possibility Room /#:Rd^  
Many children experience worry and anxiety at some points in their lives. In most occasions, these worries and anxieties do not last long. In other _)OA$  
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 e$ThSh\+(  
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 9Q,Msl4n  
children. ){+.
8KI  
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:M&@  
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 s"pR+)jf1D  
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 'bZMh9|  
given written summary of the key points of the seminar. MMd0O X)P  
V"w`!  
Understanding Disruptive Behavior in Young Children — Dr Lynette Tay YtV |e|aD  
7 Nov 2009 in Imagination Room $&ex\_W  
This presentation is targeted at parents with young children with the following objectives: aQ32p4C  
1. Provide parents with understanding of factors that can trigger or increase disruptive behaviors in children; \Oi5=,  
2. Explain how developmental changes over time influences social and emotional development in children; z0\;m{TH  
It is hoped that the seminar can achieve the following goals:
muL>g_H  
1. To improve understanding of factors that contribute to misbehavior in young children; e} sc]MTM  
2. To increase awareness of parents’ role in effective management of disruptive behaviors c1pq]mz|z  
b`(yu.{Jn  
0@II&  
Understanding and Coping with Life Adversities — Professor Catherine Tang MZ;"J82p  
16 Jan 2010 in Imagination Room +9F^F>mu  
We are at times exposed to critical life events, including chronic illness, failed relationship (divorce, separation, or widowhood), death of loved ones, <QYCo1_  
unemployment, and extreme financial hardship. Life adversities are often sudden and unexpected, and overwhelm our ability to cope. The negative jl;kcGE  
physical and emotional reactions may start soon after the event, may not happen until months later, or may come and last for many years. There A2}Z *U(;  
are individual differences in responses to the life adversity. The severity and circumstances of the event and the available support resources also Cf.pTYSl  
influence the trajectory of responses and recovery. 5%2ef{T[  
In this talk, Professor Catherine Tang will explain: JZs|~@  
1. What are the common and less common physical and emotional reactions to life adversities? |WD,\=J2  
2. What are the consequences of having severe negative physical and emotional reactions to life adversities? _fVh%_oH1  
3. Who are the most likely to show severe and long-term negative reactions? >2]Eaw&W  
4. What can one do for oneself to cope with life adversities? IyrZez  
5. When should one seek professional assistance? MV Hz$hy
B  
w{_e"N  
y%{*uH}SL  
Coping with Depressive and Anxious Moods — Dr Ryan Hong 6(ka"Vu~  
3 April 2010 in Possibility Room Z
}sG3p  
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 %GVEY  
stomach”). Although there are many causes of depressive and anxious moods, we will focus primarily on how the way we think and behave might E}xz7u   
contribute to such negative feelings. For example, holding unrealistic expectations of oneself and others might set us up for a lot of disappointment 1mT|o_K{ T  
and negative feelings when those expectations were not met. What then can we do about it? By changing some of our beliefs, attitudes, and =-OCM*5~S  
behaviors, we might be in a better positions to cope with depressive moods and anxiety when they arise. l9M#]*{  
34X(J-1\|i  
,:0Q1~8  
Ageing, Memory Loss and Dementia: What can be Done? — Dr Simon Collinson f?/|;Zo4  
17 July 2010 in Possibility Room u@GR
N`yn  
Many people fear the possibility of developing dementia as they grow older. For some, the concern becomes greater as they begin to notice their 7$g*N6)Q  
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 ?l)}
E  
of ageing? Is there anything that can be done to prevent dementia and/or can memory be improved through a healthy lifestyle? Researchers in DQ}_9?3  
Singapore and overseas are working on these and other questions and the answers are surprising. This seminar will focus on normal memory and C1ZFA![  
how it changes with age. Dementia and its many variants and what can be done to treat memory problems. dH ^b)G4  
r24\DvS  
}9L 40)
8  
Coping With Caregiver Stress: How To Break-Through Without Breaking-Down — Dr Donald Yeo k
A7~Yu5|  
2 Oct 2010 in Possibility Room V-?sek{;  
Caring for elderly individuals with chronic physical and mental health problems can be demanding and distressing for family caregivers. This talk p_rN1W Dd'  
addresses common concerns and psychological reactions in this caregiving journey, and discusses effective ways of coping with caregiver stress and R=][>\7]}  
preventing burnout. Strategies on increasing mental resilience and using problem solving approaches will also be explored. 8+*g4=ws