Orygen is proud to host an online event dedicated to exploring the impact of war on mental health, particularly that of young people in Ukraine.
Join us as we welcome esteemed guest speaker, Dr Norbert Skokauskas, Professor at the Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Child Protection at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. Dr Skokauskas has been recently invited to co-chair the Lancet Psychiatry Commission on the future of mental health care and research in Ukraine.
Event details:
Date: Friday, August 4, 2023
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM AEST
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The recent invasion of Ukraine by Russia highlights the harmful effects of war, especially on children and young people. War has both immediate and long-term impacts on public health. The lack of access to proper healthcare worsens the situation.
This presentation will share information from studies conducted in Ukraine about the effects of war on mental health. It will also discuss the plans and activities of the Lancet Psychiatry Commission related to mental health care and research in Ukraine.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into war's impact on mental health.
Reserve your spot here.