Managing our minds - Public Lecture Series 2011-12

Thursday, 16 February 2012

Mental health treatments will be put under the spotlight on Wednesday 22 February during the next talk in the University's 2011-12 Public Lecture Series.

In this talk Professor Roz Shafran, from the School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences, will examine the science behind treating mental health.

Professor Shafran said: "Mental health problems such as anxiety and depression are highly prevalent. Such difficulties can have a severe impact on all aspects of life yet most people try to manage without help.

"This talk will examine the scientific rationale underpinning the understanding and treatment of common mental health problems and discuss the best evidence for the associated therapeutic interventions such as cognitive therapy."

All the talks in the series are given by researchers eminent in their field and in a manner that is easily understood by all. They offer a unique opportunity to learn about the cutting-edge research, teaching and people that make the University a world-class institute.

Public Lectures are on Wednesdays and start at 8pm, in Palmer Lecture Theatre. Lectures are free to attend and no ticket is required. Please visit the Public Lecture Series website for more details or contact the Events team on 0118 378 4313 or email events@reading.ac.uk. 

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