The Strong, Silent Type: Men’s Mental Health and Illness
Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 5:30 p.m.
Don Cherry’s Sports Grill
290 Rideau Street, Ottawa, Ontario
RSVP: cafescientifique@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
Men’s mental health has been described as a “silent crisis.” Why is it that men are less likely to acknowledge mental health problems and seek help? How can we improve the way we recognize and treat mental health issues for men? Is it just a “guy thing”? Join us for lively discussions, debates and refreshments. This free event is presented by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research and its Institute of Gender and Health.
Experts:
Dr. John Oliffe
Assistant Professor,
School of Nursing,
University of British Columbia
Dr. Blye Frank
Professor,
Division of Medical Education,
Dalhousie University
Mr. Barry Deeprose
Co-Chair
Ottawa Gay Men's
Wellness Initiative
Moderator:
Dr. Joy Johnson
Scientific Director,
CIHR's Institute of Gender and Health