The importance of social connections in promoting health behaviour
Health promoters often overlook the power of social connection when trying to improve people’s behaviour, but humans need social connections for growth and development. Hear about research on social connection and community health interventions that utilise the ‘power of people’.
Bio
James and Ben are both UWA Innovation Fellows and Associate Professors in UWA’s School of Human Sciences. Together, they co-direct the award-winning Psychology of Active, Healthy Living Group, and oversee a variety of successful programs that improve the physical and mental health of community members.
5:30pm @Tiny's Bar, QV1 Plaza, Hay Street & Milligan Street
Also speaking at this location at 7:00pm is Ms Natalya Beer