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All That You Wanted to Know About (Gay) Sex --But Were Afraid to Ask!
Dr. Howard Heller and Laura Stuart
Fri Jan 21, 07-10:00pm, Bush Room, 10-105

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

Join us to answer all the queries you may ever have had about (gay) sex, as the Rainbow Coffeehouse calls in experts to have a no-holds-barred discussion on the subject. This is not a boring lecture about the birds and the bees. It's a 'Jeopardy' style interactive gameshow with prizes galore. Last year's event was written about on page 2 of the Sunday Globe. So, join us for a delicious Indian dinner and find out all that your sex-ed classes never taught you.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/glb-coffee/www/
Contact: Ajit Dash, 56-731, x3-3106, drajit@mit.edu
Cosponsor: GLB Rainbow Coffeehouse

Anxiety
Marcia Yousik, R.N.,C.S.
Tue Jan 25, 12-01:30pm, 4-370

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

What are the differences between stress and anxiety? Find out what you need to know to understand your own responses and how to help yourself.
Contact: Deirdre Neylon, E23-205, x8-6965, neyl@med.mit.edu

Debunking Diet Myths
Debra Wein, MS, RD, LDN
Thu Jan 20, 12:30-02:00pm, 4-145

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

This seminar will provide a review of the relationship between nutrition, health and performance. You will learn the truth behind popular nutrition myths including: the role of carbs in your diet, late night eating, protein requirements, food combining, vitamins and supplements and much more. We will discuss the role each of the macronutrients plays in health and performance as well as how to assess your patterns to match current recommendations.
Contact: Deirdre Neylon, E23-205, x8-6965, neyl@med.mit.edu

Heartsaver First Aid with Adult CPR
Julie Banda, MPH, EMT
Mon Jan 24, 05:30-10:30pm, E23-297

Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 18-Jan-2005
Limited to 10 participants.
Single session event
Fee: 60.00 for registration and materials, incl. text book &barrier device.

The Heartsaver First Aid Course teaches rescuers to effectively recognize and treat adult emergencies in the critical first minutes until emergency medical services personnel arrive. The course includes general principles of first aid, medical emergencies, injury emergencies and CPR for adult victims (individuals aged 8 and up). Materials provided include text book, barrier device, and completion card. Fee is $55 for MIT students, MIT Health Plan Members, and MIT retirees.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/medical/c-cpr.html
Contact: Julie Banda, MPH, EMT, E23-205, x3-1316, banj@med.mit.edu

Laser Surgery or Glasses?
Matthew Garston, O.D.
Fri Jan 7, 12:30-02:00pm, E51-145

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

An MIT staff optometrist discusses everything you wanted to know about laser refractive surgery for nearsightedness, including indications, the procedure, results, complications, recent improvements, and new lasers.
Contact: Deirdre Neylon, E23-205, x8-6965, neyl@med.mit.edu

Osteoporosis: Who and What?
William Kettyle, M.D.
Wed Jan 5, 12:30-02:00pm, 1-190

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

Osteoporosis, a bone-thinning condition that develops with aging, affects as many as 24 million Americans. How can you reduce the likelihood of developng the debilitating fractures of osteoporosis? What new therapies offer hope?
Contact: Deirdre Neylon, E23-205, x8-6965, neyl@med.mit.edu

Progressive Relaxation
Rita Fischer, L.I.C.S.W.
Wed Jan 12, 12:15-01:15pm, 5-233

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

This presentation will include a brief overview of stress, and will also offer participants the opportunity to practice a progressive relaxation exercise. All participants will receive a progressive relaxation CD so that this technique can be continued and practiced.
Contact: Deirdre Neylon, E23-205, x8-6965, neyl@med.mit.edu

Relaxation for Busy People
Zan Barry, M.Ed. , RYT
Tue Jan 11, 12-01:30pm, 5-233

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

Learn proven techniques for releasing physical and mental tension. Benefits include better concentration, improved sleep, and stress relief.
Contact: Zan Barry, E23-205, x3-3646, bars@med.mit.edu

Self-Defense-Training for Women
Laura Stuart, MPH
Tue, Thu-Fri, Jan 4, 6-7, 11, 13-14, 01-03:00pm, T club lounge, W 31

Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Limited to 20 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)

This course is a preparation for students who want to develop their own self-defense skills and to enhance their leadership and commitment to service through teacher-training. It is a self-defense training in which students will not only learn the specific skills but will also learn how to teach them. Students who complete the course will be eligible (but not obligated) for employment as "Teaching Women" in LEAP programs which occur on campus and in Greater Boston. All LEAP programs are offered to girls aged 8-18 from at-risk communities at no charge to the participants.
Contact: Laura Stuart, E23-205, x3-1307, stua@med.mit.edu

Sleep: What You Don't Get Can Get You
Xiaolu Hsi, Ph.D.
Tue Jan 18, 12-01:30pm, 4-145

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

Many of us are chronically sleep deprived. But what is the impact of sleep deprivation on our lives - our health and our ability to function academically and socially? This talk will address the implications of sleep deprivation and provide concrete suggestions for getting better quality sleep.
Contact: Deirdre Neylon, E23-205, x8-6965, neyl@med.mit.edu

Tai Chi for Beginners (Class is FULL)
Dorri Li
Fri Jan 7, 01:30-02:30pm, E23-297, CLASS IS FULL

Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 05-Jan-2005
Limited to 10 participants.
Single session event

Learn the basic movements of Tai Chi in a relaxed and comfortably paced class. This gentle form of exercise works on joint mobility, flexibility, coordination, and balance. The slow, fluid movements of Tai Chi will rejuvenate your body and engage your mind. Wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.
Contact: Deirdre Neylon, E23-205, x8-6965, neyl@med.mit.edu

What Is Depression? How Do You Treat It?
Kristine Girard, M.D., Margaret Ross, M.D.
Wed Jan 26, 12:30-02:00pm, 1-190

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

Depression is a common illness that can happen to anyone, at any age. This session will review the signs and symptoms of depression, the various types of depression, and current treatment trends.
Contact: Deirdre Neylon, E23-205, x8-6965, neyl@med.mit.edu

Why Do I Eat When I'm Not Hungry?
Karen R. Koenig, L.I.C.S.W., M.Ed.
Thu Jan 27, 12-01:30pm, 4-370

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

Are you a compulsive or emotional eater? A chronic dieter? Tired of the diet/binge cycle? Gain insights into your relationship with food, and learn the skills you need to eat normally and maintain a natural weight.
Contact: Deirdre Neylon, E23-205, x8-6965, neyl@med.mit.edu

Yoga for Health and Relaxation/Class is FULL
Zan Barry, M.Ed., RYT
Tue Jan 4, 11, 18, 25, 05:15-06:00pm, E23-297

Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 30-Dec-2004
Limited to 12 participants.
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)

Yoga for health and relaxation. This class includes gentle stretching, breathing, and relaxation exercises. Wear comfortable exercise clothing. If you have an afternoon snack, please eat 1-2 hours before coming to class. Beginners welcome! Contact the person below to reserve a spot in class.
Contact: Deirdre Neylon, E23-205, x8-6965, neyl@med.mit.edu

Yoga for Positive Body Image
Zan Barry, M.Ed, RYT
Tue Jan 18, 12-01:00pm, E25-117

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

This mini-workshop combines gentle stretching, breathing, and meditation to cultivate positive body image and self-care. Wear comfortable clothing (no special exercise clothes necessary). Beginners welcome.
Contact: Deirdre Neylon, E23-205, x8-6965, neyl@med.mit.edu

getfit@mit Kick-off Event
Deirdre Neylon
Tue Jan 4, 12-01:00pm, Johnson Indoor track, Z-Center

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

Come start the New Year right with getfit@mit. getfit@mit is a 12-week, team oriented fitness challenge open to the entire MIT community. The goal of getfit@mit is to help make MIT a healthier community by encouraging physical activity. Form a team of 5-8 people and register to compete, win prizes, and have fun.

Drop by anytime between noon and 1:00pm to pick up more information, take a walk around the track, have a healthy snack and see some fitness demonstrations.
Web: http://getfit.mit.edu
Contact: Deirdre Neylon, x8-6965, neyl@med.mit.edu


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