Research and Distress: three perspectives on distress in health research

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Research and Distress: three perspectives on distress in health research

Time: October 20, 2015 from 9am to 4:15pm
Location: National College for Teaching and Leadership
Street: Triumph Road
City/Town: Nottingham NG8 1DH
Website or Map: http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e…
Phone: Justin Waring chill@nottingham.ac.uk
Event Type: one, day, conference
Organized By: University of Nottingham
Latest Activity: Sep 1, 2015

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Event Description

Health researchers often face the difficult task of managing their emotions and others’ expectations throughout the research process. This unique symposium explores the nature of health and mental health research and the impact upon researchers.  The day will include presentations and interactive workshops focused on three themes: Researching Distress, Distressing Research and Researcher Distress.  All workshops will be facilitated.

 

Speakers include:

Professor Arthur Bochner – University of South Florida
(via Skype)

Professor Helen Sampson – Cardiff University

Dr Sharon Jackson – University of Dundee

Dr Julie McGarry – University of Nottingham

Sarah O’Donnell – Big White Wall

 

This symposium is aimed at early career researchers and PhD students. Participation is free, however, spaces are limited due to room capactiy/fire regulations. Please book early to secure a place.

Registration is from 8:45am, and the symposium will open at 9:15am, closing at 4:15pm. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. 

Travel bursaries of £50 are available for five PhD students on a first come basis.  If you would like one of these bursaries, please email chill@nottingham.ac.uk as soon as possible.

The symposium also concludes with an optional Mindfulness taster session from 4:15-5:15pm, led by Yasmin Holmes of the University of Nottingham.  Having discussed the distressing nature of difficult and sensitive research topics, the session provides an uplifting environment for researchers and PhD students to learn ways to combat distress. Please note: spaces are very limited for this session and participants must register for the Mindfulness session separately on this page to secure a place. 

This work is supported by a Symposium/Workshop Support Grant from the Foundation for the Sociology of Health and Illness.  The event is hosted by the Centre for Health Innovation, Leadership & Learning, part of Nottingham University Business School.

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