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Overview
Brain imaging is a widely used tool for diagnosing physical health conditions but its application in mental health care has lagged behind. It's about time we change that.
Open to all and FREE to attend, this hybrid café-style event aims to help people understand why brain imaging isn't yet widely used for diagnosing mental health issues, how scientists are trying to change that, and how this could change the future of mental health and substance use health care.
Our panel of experts will discuss where brain imaging currently stands in the world of mental health care, as well as how brain imaging can be useful in diagnosing, planning treatments, creating therapies and ultimately improving care outcomes for individuals living with mental health conditions.
Register now to learn all about the benefits of brain imaging in mental health care!
Panelists
- Katie Dinelle (moderator) – Administrative Director, Integrated Brain Imaging Centre
- Kevin Patrick (moderator) – Client & Family Resource Hub & Peer Support Supervisor
- Dr. Clifford Cassidy – Scientist affiliated with the IMHR
- Dr. Georg Northoff – Scientist, IMHR
- Dr. Jennifer Phillips – Interim Scientific Director and Scientist, IMHR
- Dr. Natalia Jaworska – Scientist, IMHR
- Patricia Burhunduli – MD/PhD Student, uOttawa & IMHR
Learning Objectives
Attendees will learn about:
- The current approved uses of brain imaging in mental health care, as well as its limitations.
- How brain imaging is used in research and what insights it can provide at the client level.
- Opportunities to participate in brain imaging research at the University of Ottawa Institute of Mental Health Research at The Royal (IMHR) and the potential benefits of taking part
After attending, participants will walk away with a better understanding of:
- When, how and why to self-advocate for the use of brain imaging when needed
- Why brain imaging research is important
- The possibilities it can bring for the future of mental health and substance use health care
- What all of this means for individuals living with mental health and substance use challenges
Date & Time
Tuesday, April 30
7-8 p.m. EST
Location
The Royal’s auditorium (1145 Carling Ave.) & Zoom
This event is supported by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Café Scientifique Program.
This event will be presented in English but French captions will be available for attendees.