Promoting Public Mental Health and Wellbeing
by Jean Brown, Alyson Learmonth and Catherine Mackereth
Book Launch
Thursday 15th January 2015
12 – 2pm
F009, Wolfson Building, Queens Campus, Durham University, Stockton-on-Tees, TS17 6BH
This book explores the social, economic, political, cultural and environmental factors that affect mental health and well-being on a societal and individual level, and how prevention and intervention can enhance mental health. Taking a holistic approach to mental health, the book sets out effective strategies, from creating a supportive environment to building personal skills. Three extended case studies demonstrate how principles can be applied in practice in different situations: a specific social problem (suicide); a population group (young Black and minority ethnic groups); and a medically defined problem (people with long term conditions). For further information on this book click here or to pre-order your copy now click here.
The event will begin with a light lunch at 12noon and after a warm welcome by Professor David Hunter, CPPH, Durham University, will feature a number of key speakers including:
- Gregor Henderson, National Lead, Wellbeing and Mental Health, Public Health England
- Paula Whitty, Director of the North East Quality Observatory System (NEQOS) and Director of Research, Innovation and Clinical Effectiveness Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust
- Alyson Learmonth, former Director of Public Health, Gateshead
Ending with an exciting panel discussion. To register your attendance now click here or to view other CPPH eventsclick here.