Virtually Speaking…Exploring the next wave of treatments and understanding the latest trends and breakthroughs of virtually dealing with mental health clients

In this keynote session, uncover some of the challenges and benefits that surround the emerging virtual management and treatment of mental health patients.  This session will examine a wide range of issues that include privacy, security, access, impact on your investment and treatment.

Presenter: Dr Stacy Sprague, Executive Director, Employee & Family Assistance Program, Vancouver Coastal Health

Living with Major Depression Disorders & Challenges in the Workplace Environment

Presenter: Dr. Diane McIntosh

This session made possible by Pfizer. [DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATION ]

A prescription for productivity – Partnerships to promote mental health in the workplace
Mental illness poses one of the most serious health challenges not only in Canada but worldwide. An estimated seven million Canadians will experience a mental health problem this year. And a recent study by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) found that mental illness is associated with more lost work days than any other chronic condition, costing the Canadian economy $51 billion annually in lost productivity, double the cost of a physical illness. This session will provide you with insights about innovative new medicines as part of an integrated solution along with education, counselling and prevention to reduce the burden of mental illness in human and financial terms.

Presenter: Allan O'Dette, Director, External Relations, Policy & National Private Markets, GlaxoSmithkline Inc. and Chair Rx&D Private Payers Subcommittee.

This session made possible by Rx&D. [DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATION ]

Mental Health: An Important Factor in Absence & Disability Management

Mental health issues are one of the leading causes of nonoccupational disability claims and one of the fastest rising disability claims categories in Canada. These types of issues can represent a huge challenge for traditional health management programs, and recovery and return to work can be delayed significantly, even when mental health issues are not the primary reason for absence. Learn effective strategies for the prevention and early intervention of mental health issues before they result in absence and disability, and strategies for successful employee recovery and return to work when absence and/or disability occurs.

Presenter: Karen Seward, Executive Vice President, Business Development and Marketing, Shepell·fgi

This session made possible by Shepell·fgi. [DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATION ]

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