Psychology Week
New Zealand Psychological Society Psychology Week
12-18 November 2018
The New Zealand Psychological Society is holding its annual Psychology Week from 12-18 November.
The theme of the NZ Psychology Week is “living life well”. This initiative aims to increase public awareness of how psychology can help people, families/whanau and communities find ways to increase their psychological wellbeing. It also aims to raise awareness of the wide variety of roles that psychologists have in the health, justice, corrections, educational and other sectors.
Psychology Week will feature events involving New Zealand Psychological Society psychologists across the country including public lectures, and media articles on a range of issues.
The public is welcome at all events; attendance is free. The events are listed on this page as soon as they are confirmed.
2018 Psychology Week events:
AUCKLAND
Sex and sexuality
An evening of three presentations and discussions.
“Living well in same sex relationships”
Elizabeth will be talking about the important difference between love and desire, and closeness and individuation in same sex relationships.
She will focus on the unique challenges that same sex couples might face in developing the capacity to be different from each other, without creating distance, or impacting on the closeness and intimacy in their relationships. This short presentation will be of benefit for individuals and couples in same sex relationships and therapists who work with same sex couples.
Elizabeth du Preez: Dr Elizabeth du Preez is a counselling and clinical psychologist with 20 years experience in South Africa and New Zealand. She is the Head of Clinical Services at the School of Public Health and Psychosocial Studies at AUT University and practices clinically at Central Psychology in Auckland. Elizabeth has a particular interest in the wellbeing of LGBTQI+ young people, ethical considerations in therapeutic practice and couple and family work.
“Let’s talk about sex….and cancer”
“Sex and cancer are topics that can be uncomfortable to talk about separately but are incredibly challenging to consider discussing together. A diagnosis of and treatment for cancer can have multiple impacts on many aspects of life, including on relationships and sex. With an increasing number of people surviving and thriving after a cancer diagnosis and treatment it is important to face the discomfort of talking about it. This presentation will outline the impact of cancer on sex, the myths that are commonly held about sex and cancer, and will briefly discuss some strategies that can be used to help address the impact of cancer on sex and to improve sexual wellbeing.”
Juliet Ireland: Juliet is a Health Psychologist with vast experience working with individuals, groups and health professionals. She has worked for many years with people with cancer and their whānau and currently is the National Clinical Lead for the Cancer Psychological and Social Support Initiative, a Ministry of Health funded initiative to improve access to psychological and social support across New Zealand. Juliet has an interest in people’s responses to a diagnosis and treatment of cancer, both the experience of the person with cancer but also the experience of whānau/carers. She is also interested in how these experiences can influence outcomes. Juliet is an Honorary Clinical Lecturer in the Department of Psychological Medicine at the University of Auckland where she teaches and supports training health psychologists and she also has a small private practice.
“Unravelling “tech sex”: Technologically mediated intimacies in the digital age”
In this talk Pani will give an overview of how technology is meditating intimacy in various domains such as online dating, mobile dating, sugar dating, on line sex work or “camming” as well as look to the future of “tech sex” by examining some of the emerging technology that could change sex and intimacy as we know it.
Dr. Pani Farvid: Dr. Pani Farvid is a senior lecturer in psychology at AUT. Her research has examined the intersection of gender, sexuality, power, culture, technology and identity; with a specific interest in examining intimacy and sex, in order to foster ethical and egalitarian relationships. She’s worked on projects examining heterosexual casual sex, the New Zealand Sex Industry (sex work, men who buys sex, “camming”), online dating, mobile dating and ‘sugar dating’. Her work currently focuses on cultivating ethical digital cultures. Dr Farvid is widely published, both academically and in local media. She is also a well-known media commentator on issues related to gender, sexuality, sexism, relationships and psychology. Alongside her media roles, she does a range of outreach work and is closely linked with many women’s and community organisations.
When: Tuesday, November 13 from 7-9pm
Where: Hobson Room, Parnell Trust Building, 545 Parnell Road, Auckland.
***PLEASE NOTE THAT SEATS ARE LIMITED. IF YOU RESERVE A TICKET AND ARE UNABLE TO USE IT, PLEASE CANCEL IT ONLINE SO THAT IT CAN BE MADE AVAILABLE FOR OTHERS.
WELLINGTON
Maui’s Hook – film fundraiser
The new film by Māori psychologist and filmmaker Paora Joseph invites open discussion of suicide through the brave testimony of five grieving whānau. Joseph conducts and films wānanga with the families as they journey north to release and farewell their loved ones. Shown at the New Zealand International Film Festival 2018.
Join us in Psychology Week to support Te Waka Whaiora, providers of Kaupapa Māori Mental Health Services in the Wellington region.
Tickets $20 all proceeds to Te Waka Whaiora. Limited tickets available at www.tinyurl.com/mauishookfilm
When: Monday 12th November 5.30 pm
Where: Lighthouse Cinema Cuba
Tricky teens: How to enjoy life with your teenagers
An hour long parenting workshop hosted by Jacinda Krefft and Donna Redmond from the Wellington Boys’ and Girls’ Institute (BGI) providing practical tips which help to enhance the relationship between you and your teens aged between 12 and 16 years. Topics covered: Self-care, parenting styles, developing and protecting the parent/child relationship, guidelines for establishing discipline, communication and technology.
When: Wednesday 14th November 7.00 pm – 8.30 pm
Where: St Mark’s Church School, 13 Dufferin St, Mt Victoria
Register via Eventbrite due to limited seats (www.trickyteens.eventbrite.co.nz)
Youth Wellbeing Workshop
A full-day workshop presented by The Youth Welbeing Study and The New Zealand Psychological Society on youth mental health and wellbeing. Open to all who work to support young people.
When: Friday 16th November 8.30am – 4.30 pm
Where: Memorial Theater Victoria University of Wellington
Registration is free but a koha would be appreciated to sponsor more registrations so others can attend. Register at www.tinyurl.com/youthwellbeingworkshop
TAURANGA
Living Life Well across the life span – Coping with competing life demands
Free research-informed presentations by psychologists on responding to challenges and opportunities across adult life.
Key note speakers:
Dr Evelyn Aranas: Getting unstuck: What is the key to solving life’s problems?
Tim Heetkamp: Put down that phone and look at me – coping with relationships in an online world
Kati Ludwig: Self-employment and womanhood – staying centred and real in a business world
Kate Ferris: Building healthier communities – perspectives on empowering people
Marie Petersen: Senior manager and grandparent – navigating through different roles in life
Peter Stanley: Golden minutes – reflections on retirement
Meet the presenters:
After the presentations there will be opportunities to talk to the speakers and a number of other psychologists representing various psychological specialties including anxiety, educational and community services.
When: Thursday 15th November, 2018 Doors open: 5.30pm Presentation start: 6pm
Where:
Hotel Armitage & Conference Centre
Washington & Domain function rooms
9 Willow Street
Tauranga 3110
DUNEDIN
Living Life Well – Ageing Well
2 specialist speakers and representatives of “Ageing Well” in the region.
A free community event.
Dr. Liana Machado: Optimizing Cognitive Performance via accessible methods
Dr Liana Machado is the Director of the Neuroscience Programme & Associate Professor, Psychology at the University of Otago. As a Principle Investigator of Brain Research New Zealand & a National Science Challenge Associate Investigator, Liana will focus on examples to improve brain functioning through exercise, diet and other simple ways to optimize our ageing brains -something she is verycommitted to and passionate about as a leading researcher in this field.
Professor Dr. John Reyolds: Enhancing Plasticity in our Brains
Dr. John Reynolds is Professor in Neuroscience, Department of Anatomy at University of Otago & part of the Directorate of the Brain Research NZ, a Centre for Research Excellence. John leads a multi-disciplinary team developing novel stimulation and drug treatment in enhancing the treatment of and recovery from Parkinson’s disease and stroke. He has been and continues to be an inspiring enthusiastic leader and teacher in the field. He has won many awards including the Rutherford Discovery Fellowship from the Royal Society of NZ and like Liana is very passionate about his field of research and its practical applications to ageing.
When: Thursday 15th November 2018 5.30-7.15pm
Where: Dunningham Suite, 4th floor, Dunedin Central Library, Moray Place
Free Tea, Coffee, Juice and Snacks available
Enquiries to: diane@positivepsychologysouth.co.nz”
CHRISTCHURCH
Living Life Well- A Community Safety event
A free community event as part of New Zealand Psychology Week with a theme of staying safe in our communities. Speakers to include members of the Police Family Safety Team, Department of Corrections and STOP. Speakers will focus on how their agencies are working to keep the public safe and will include tips on how the public can ensure their own wellbeing and the wellbeing of their communities.
When: Wednesday 14th November 2018 6.30 pm – 7.30 pm (doors open 6pm)
Where: The Exchange Christchurch, 376 Wilsons Road North, Waltham http://www.xchc.co.nz/
ONLINE
Members of the Institute of Educational and Developmental Psychology share their perspective on what children really need to know as they move from early childhood to primary school: https://www.totstoteens.co.nz/education-and-learning/helping-children-transition-from-ece-to-primary-school/
Kate Garland interviews Michele Blick as part of Psychology Week: What do educational psychologists do? – Tearaway – the Voice of NZ Youth: http://tearaway.co.nz/what-do-educational-psychologists-do/
In an article in the Dominion Post, Psychology Week 2017: If it’s all in the head it can be fixed, Susan Wall debunks misconceptions about therapy, explains how to get the most out of it, and guides adults through the difficulties of seeking help for young people: https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/health/98731938/psychology-week-2017-if-its-all-in-the-head-it-can-be-fixed
Quentin Abraham talks about the purpose of Psychology Week Why you should see a psychologist next week on New Zealand Doctor: https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/article/undoctored/why-you-should-see-psychologist-next-week-0