Stigma of Mental Illness to be Discussed at Temple Isaiah October 27

One in six adults and one in five children have a diagnosable mental

illness. The stigma of mental illness can create feelings of isolation and

shame. Up to two thirds of people with a mental illness never seek treatment.

Often family members hesitate to reach out for the support they need.

The Mental Health Initiative

and the Sisterhood Social Action Committee of Temple Isaiah will sponsor an

event “Getting Rid of the Stigma of Mental Illness” on Sunday, October 27, 2013

at Temple Isaiah, 55 Lincoln Street, Lexington, Massachusetts from 2:00 to 4:30

pm.

The guest speaker will be

Dr. Kim Mueser, Executive Director of the Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation

at Boston University. Dr. Mueser is a clinical psychologist whose clinical and

research interests include family psycho-education, the treatment of

co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders, psychiatric

rehabilitation for serious mental illnesses, and the treatment of

post-traumatic stress disorder. He will speak about his research and ways to

combat stigma. His research has been supported by the National Institute of

Mental Health, the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the Substance Abuse and

Mental Health Administration, and the National Alliance for Research on

Schizophrenia and Depression.

Following questions and

answers, there will also be small group discussions that will use some

“what-if” scenarios, which will give a practical context to eradicating the

stigma of mental illness.

The event is free and all

are welcome. Refreshments

will be served. Temple Isaiah is handicap accessible.

To RSVP for the event and/or

to ask questions, contact the Temple office at 781-862-7160.