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Laughing Rats, Cuddly Octopi, Altruistic Humans and the Biology of Contentment

Cody Rei-Anderson — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 18:50:38 +0000

All humans are born to be happy but why are some more so than others? Shaping the self by focusing on future memories, good humour and epigenetics, as well as other brain-altering, pro-social behaviour can help us get through the rough patches.

Beyond Psychotherapy: Values and Vitality

Cody Rei-Anderson — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 18:48:24 +0000

Clear values are a lighthouse that provides direction during psychological storms and stands as a beacon for the world to know us. Dr. Fitzpatrick discusses how we can clarify our values, the importance of standing up for them and ways to overcome our reluctance to live a values-driven life.

Lies, Damned Lies and Statistics

Cody Rei-Anderson — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 18:45:42 +0000

Most people are notoriously fearful of statistics and at the same time are poor at evaluating risks or probable gains. Join us as we look at some of the quirkier assessments people make, how they arrive at them, and how we can apply common sense to statistical information.

Career Transitions in Tough Times

Cody Rei-Anderson — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 18:41:10 +0000

The global financial crisis has forced many people to rethink the status of their current and future career options. Dr. Sinacore is a leading authority on career issues and will examine the challenges and opportunities that arise in the process of occupational transitioning.

‘Til Death do us Part: Motivation for a Lifetime

Cody Rei-Anderson — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 18:34:55 +0000

Motivation plays an essential role in any adult’s ability to stay healthy, recover from illness or disabling events and to adopt health-promoting behaviours. Dr. Muis, a motivation expert, will unravel what motivation is and how we can harness it to stay well throughout the journey of life.

Mindfulness: Learning to Live in the Moment

Cody Rei-Anderson — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 18:27:55 +0000

People in today’s society are increasingly struggling to regulate their emotions in the face of growing stress and technology demands. Mindfulness — full and focused awareness — can be a powerful approach to reduce stress and regulate emotions.

Literacy: The future of teaching the world to read

Cody Rei-Anderson — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:00:45 +0000

Dr. Robert Savage explores new ideas and research related to teaching children to read as part of a Mini-EdPsych series called “Learning: A Lifetime Journey”. Dr. Savage is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology.

Coping: Managing the apparently unmanageable

Cody Rei-Anderson — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:49:22 +0000

Dr. Nathan Smith, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, shares his expertise on dealing with life’s stresses, both big and small. Dr. Smith’s presentation is part of the “Learning: A Lifetime Journey” educational psychology series.

Transitions: Opening doors for a lifetime

Cody Rei-Anderson — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:19:29 +0000

In this installment of the “Learning: A Lifetime Journey” series, Dr. Tara Flanagan separates fact from fiction when it comes to autism. Dr. Flanagan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology.

Teaching: Theatre or Science?

Cody Rei-Anderson — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:09:18 +0000

Dr. Alenoush Saroyan, a Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, discusses cutting-edge methods for making teaching both effective and engaging.

Resilience: Success against all odds

Cody Rei-Anderson — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:55:36 +0000

Dr. Steven Shaw examines why some at-risk children manage to succeed in school against all odds. Dr. Shaw is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology.

Giftedness: Linking inquiry, development, and expertise

Cody Rei-Anderson — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:26:04 +0000

Dr. Bruce Shore delves into the minds of gifted children, analyzing what makes them unique as students. Dr. Shore is a Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology.

Expertise Development: Masters of your own Domain

Cody Rei-Anderson — Wed, 06 May 2009 16:58:28 +0000

Professor Susanne Lajoie is Chair of the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology in McGill’s Faculty of Education.

Psychotherapy – Facing your Fears: When Virtual Reality Becomes Reality

Cody Rei-Anderson — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:36:45 +0000

Dr. Martin Drapeau is a professor of Counselling Psychology and an Associate Member in Psychiatry at McGill, a researcher at the Institute of Community and Family Psychiatry and Project Director at the Lady Davis Institute for Medical Research.

Learning from Texts you Think you Understand? Read Again!

Cody Rei-Anderson — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:36:10 +0000

Dr. Panayiota Kendou is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, Faculty of Education, McGill University.

Understanding Child Development: Surviving Parenthood

Cody Rei-Anderson — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:35:19 +0000

Dr. Jeffrey L. Derevensky, professor in the Departments of Educational & Counselling Psychology and Psychiatry at McGill University, is Director of the International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behaviours.

Developmental Disabilities: When Being "Fragile" has a Whole New Meaning

Cody Rei-Anderson — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:34:42 +0000

Kim Cornish, a developmental neuroscientist and Canada Research Chair, teaches in McGill’s Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology and is affiliated with the Departments of Pediatrics and Neurology & Neurosurgery, Faculty of Medicine.

Motivation: Picking up Motivation by your Bootstraps

Cody Rei-Anderson — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:34:04 +0000

Dr. Muis is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology.

Moral Development Exposed: Liars, Cheats and Scams

Cody Rei-Anderson — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:33:28 +0000

Dr. Talwar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology.