" Resilience for Young and Old

Mental Health Foundation of Australia - National Conference

9-10 October 2008 Harrison Room, Melbourne Cricket Ground   Resilience – Mental Health Insurance for the Future   Leaders, researchers, practitioners and government discuss strategies, tools and techniques to build resilience for young and old Enquiries - admin@mhfa.org.au

" Resilience for Young and Old"

Information and support for people experiencing mood disorders, their families and friends; for professionals and service providers, and all people interested in mental health promotion and illness prevention. These meetings are held on the first and third Thursday of each month at 7.30 - 9.00 pm. at 270 Church St. Richmond 3121.Ph: 9427 0406, fax: 9427 1294 Email: admin@mentalhealthvic.org.au. Prior registration essential by phone, fax or email. Entry fee for speaker evening on first Thursday of each month: Concession - $5.00; MHFA(V) Member - $15.00; Non-Members - $20.00. Support meetings on the 3rd Thursday of the month are free.

 Thursday 2nd October, 2008

'Impact of Relationships on Men's Mental Health'

Presented by  Dr Nicholas Foster, B.A. (Hons.), Ph.D. (Psych.)

Psychologist, Mensline Australia

 

Dr. Nick Foster completed a doctoral thesis in psychology at the University of London at in 1998.  He has since worked across a variety of industries in Australia, South Africa, Canada, Russia and Europe, and has led personal and professional development, and leadership programmes for several corporate and charitable organisations.

 

Nick started work at Crisis Support Services in 2006 on the telephone lines.  In addition to regular Mensline Australia calls he was responsible for providing specialised counselling for Australians in acute crisis. In his current position with the Crisis Support Unit, he promotes services offered by the Unit, such as Mensline Australia, SuicideLine and Staying Connected training

 

Nick is passionate about empowering Australians to overcome crises, develop resilience and build strong sustainable relationships.

 

 

Registration is essential. 

 

Date	Topic – Speaker
7 Feb	Eating Disorders and Mental Health Dr Peter Bosonac—Psychiatrist, University of Melbourne, Austin Health, Director North Eastern Area Mental Health Service
21 Feb	Support Meeting
6 March	When Depression Fails to Respond to Treatment Professor Isaac Schweitzer—University of Melbourne: Chair of Psychiatry, Healthscope: Director, Mood Disorders Unit, The Melbourne Clinic
20 March	Support Meeting
3 April	Inside & Outside Depression: A Longitudinal View of its Lifetime Effects Ms. Anne Sedgley - Manager, Information Services, Heritage Victoria
17 April	Support Meeting
1 May	The Psychology of Depression Dr Keong Yap - Psychologist, Anxiety Programs, The Melbourne Clinic
15 May	Support Meeting
5 June	Early Attachment in OCD and Depression Mr Chris Mogan—Head of Psychology, The Melbourne Clinic
19 June	Support Meeting
3 July	Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Dr. Mal Hopwood—Director, Veteran Psychiatry Unit, Austin Health
17 July	Support Meeting
7 Aug	Depression; Diagnostic Formulations & Therapy Approaches Professor Graham D. Burrows, AO, KCSJ BSc, MB, DPM, MD— Professor/Director of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne, Mental Health Clinical Service Unit, Austin Health, Chairman: Mental Health Foundation of Australia, President: The Royal Society of Victoria
21 Aug	Support Meeting
4 Sept	Nutrition and Mental Health Ms. Felice Jacka—University of Melbourne, Department of Clinical and Biomedical Sciences, Barwon Health
18 Sept	Support Meeting
2 Oct	Impact of Relationships on Men's Mental Health Dr. Nick Foster-  Psychologist, Mensline Australia
16 Oct	Support Meeting
6 Nov	Getting Back & Surviving in the Workplace With a Mood Disorder Ms. Carolyn Gately BBus MPA CPA
20 Nov	Support Meeting
4 Dec	Anxiety and Mental Health Dr. Kate Moore
15 Dec	Support Meeting

This annual Creative Writing Competition for Victorian schools, organised by the Mental Health Foundation of Australia (Victoria), is again being held in the lead up to Mental Health Week 5 - 11th October 2008.

Each year the Foundation invites artists across Victoria to create an innovative piece of artwork that portrays an optimistic and positive image of mental health. The artwork is judged on its suitability to be reproduced to become the poster promoting Mental Health Week throughout Victoria. The winning piece will represent Mental Health Week for 2008.

Please join us for a wonderful day of music, wine and song on the magnificent gardens of Cruden Farm, the home of Dame Elisabeth Murdoch AC, DBE.

Take a tranquil walk around the lake, explore the hidden courtyard and stone stables or wander through Dame Elisabeth's renowned rose garden.

There will be a classic car display, bands, singers, acrobats, a baby animal farm and other entertainment to enjoy on the day. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a sausage sizzle, devonshire tea, wine and drink sales.

Date: Sunday 12th October 2008

Time: 11am - 4pm

Venue: Cruden Farm, Langwarrin Cranbourne - Frankston Road (enter from Cranhaven Road)

Melway Ref: 103 F6

Cost: $15 per adult, children under 15 free admission

Enquiries: Sue Evans, Alzheimer's Australia Vic, 03 9815 7800