The Science Behind Mental Health

Mindspring Mental Health Alliance

Past Event

Wednesday, Oct 20, 2021
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (UTC)

Registration Required

Hosts

Mindspring Mental Health Alliance

Languages

English
English

Channels

Mental Health & Wellness

Diagnosing mental illness isn't like diagnosing other chronic diseases. Are mental illnesses simply physical diseases that happen to affect the brain? Or do these disorders belong to a class all their own? An accessible guide to understanding causation, prevalence, treatment and prevention of mental illness. Separate myths and facts on this often-misunderstood topic in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist.

Certificates of attendance are provided at no cost.

About the instructor: Jaymi Dormaier, LMSW, holds a master's degree in social work from Michigan State University. In Jaymi's career as a social worker and therapist she has worked with a diverse population focusing on a variety of issues including homelessness, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, foster care, adoption, and addiction. She is passionate about helping others live a life they love.

Jaymi is on the board of a non-profit organization focused on bringing more happiness to the world through random acts of kindness. In her free time Jaymi enjoys spending time with her dog, volunteering in her community, and camping.

Hosts

Mindspring Mental Health Alliance