CHICAGO, May 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Register now for the Naomi Ruth Cohen Institute for Mental Health Education's (NRCI) June 9th Community Mental Health Conference. Titled Integrating Mental and Physical Health, the conference is designed to educate about the vital connection between mental and physical health and will delve into the benefits of an integrated approach when applied to prevention, assessment, treatment and recovery.
This year's conference takes place at Evanston's Roycemore School at 1200 Davis Street and offers more than 20 discussion groups, covering such topics as managing chronic conditions, understanding the brain-gut connection, post-partum mental wellness, and strategies to nurture mental and physical wellness.
The opening plenary discussion features experts:
"Thankfully, we are at a point in time where more people recognize that an integrated approach to managing health can significantly improve an individual's quality of life," said Kate Mahoney, LCSW, executive director, NRCI. "Our 18th annual conference provides an opportunity for members of the community at large to connect with experts in holistic health. Attendees will learn important strategies and resources for maximizing health and accessing effective person-centered health care that involves patients in setting their own personal health priorities and making informed prevention and treatment choices."
Rabbi Eleanor G. Smith, M.D., an internist at Northwestern Medicine will give opening remarks. The conference moderator is Marvin Lindsey, MSW, CADC, the Chief Executive Officer of the Community Behavioral Healthcare Association. The conference will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and lunch will be served. Early registration is strongly encouraged.
About NRCI
The Naomi Ruth Cohen Institute is dedicated to eliminating the stigma associated with mental illness and to providing support to individuals and families impacted by mental health challenges by creating community. Housed at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, NRCI offers mental health education, trainings, and presentations to the greater Chicagoland community, and support organizations engaged in mental illness research, education, self-help, anti-discrimination and advocacy.
MEDIA CONTACT: Lisa Riley
312.410.8963
lriley@thechicagoschool.edu
SOURCE Naomi Ruth Cohen Institute for Mental Health Education at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology