"The Good Body": Gay, Bi, and Trans Men Talking about Body Image
Zan Barry, Abigail Francis
Wed Jan 30, 06-07:30pm, 50-005
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
How have media images of men's bodies and the pressure to achieve a "good body" influenced how gay, bi, and trans men feel about weight and shape? This workshop will offer information about cultural and interpersonal pressures on men and how to cultivate a positive body image in ourselves and in others.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/lbgt/
Contact: Abigail Francis, 50-005, x3-5440, afran@mit.edu
Cosponsor: Student Activities Office
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Charm School: Dating Etiquette
Divya Kumar, M.S.
Thu Jan 24, 12-01:00pm, W20, Coffeehouse
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
True or False: MIT students don't date.
What do you think? How do MIT students start relationships? Come share your thoughts and get fun dating tips from MIT's own dating diva, Divya Kumar.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/charm/
Contact: Patrick Raymond, W20-549, x3-6777, praymond@mit.edu
Cosponsor: Student Activities Office
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Diabetes: Too Much of a Good Thing?
William Kettyle
Wed Jan 23, 01-02:00pm, 4-145
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
As the girth of our nation increases, so does the prevalence of diabetes. Well spend some time discussing sugar metabolism and the clinical realities of diagnosing and treating diabetes. Bring your questions, your comments, and your experiences.
Contact: Elizabeth Carbone, x8-5363, rice@med.mit.edu
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Don't Be Afraid of Cataract Surgery
Dr. Matthew Garston
Tue Jan 8, 01-02:30pm, 2-105
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
An MIT Staff optometrist will review modern cataract surgery. Included will be:
1) indications for the surgery
2) the surgery
3) post-op care
4) the newer types of replacement implants that may reduce your dependency on any glasses including those needed for reading.
Contact: Elizabeth Carbone, E23-205, x8-5363, rice@med.mit.edu
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Easing Stress with Mindfulness
Lauren Mayhew, M.B.A., Maya Hanelin, L.I.C.S.W.
Tue Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, 11:30am-12:30pm, E25-117
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 04-Jan-2008
Limited to 25 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
In this four-week course, participants will learn stress and anxiety reduction techniques including breathing exercises, meditation, yoga, and mindful eating. Some of the benefits of practicing mindfulness and relaxation techniques include: increased focus and concentration, the cultivations of positive mental states, increased compassion, and greater enjoyment in life.
Contact: Lauren Mayhew, M.B.A., E23, x8-6965, mayh@med.mit.edu
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Gambling: When It Becomes a Problem
Chad Waxman, M.S., C.A.S.
Thu Jan 24, 12-01:30pm, 2-105
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Learn about the different types of gambling, gambling addiction, and when it becomes a problem.
Contact: Elizabeth Carbone, E23-205, x8-5363, rice@med.mit.edu
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GetFit@MIT Kick-Off Event
Elizabeth Carbone
Wed Jan 16, 12-01:30pm, Lobby 10
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Come learn more about getfit@mit, the Institutes annual team-oriented fitness challenge presented by MIT Medical. Learn how the challenge works, find out about participant perks, grab a healthy snack, check out your fitness level with some simple screening tests, and enter our door-prize raffle!
Web: http://getfit.mit.edu/
Contact: Elizabeth Carbone, E23-205, x8-5363, rice@med.mit.edu
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Heartsaver First Aid with Adult and Child CPR
Julie Banda
Mon Jan 28, 04-09:30pm, E23-297
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 24-Jan-2008
Limited to 12 participants.
Single session event
Fee: for text and equipment
This American Heart Association 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 Adult CPR.
$65.00 ($60.00 MIT Health Plan members, students, and retirees)
Download a registration form at, http://web.mit.edu/medical/c-registration.html
Contact: Julie Banda, x3-1318, banj@med.mit.edu
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Heartsaver Infant, Child, and Adult CPR
Julie Banda
Mon Jan 14, 04-08:30pm, E23-297
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 10-Jan-2008
Limited to 12 participants.
Single session event
Fee: for text book, barrier device, and a completion card
The American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR Course for infants and children/adults is a modular course that teaches lay rescuers how to prevent, recognize, and treat life-threatening emergencies, including cardiac arrest and choking for the child and infant victim.
$60.00 ($55.00 MIT Health Plan members, students, and retirees)
Registration forms can be found at, http://web.mit.edu/medical/c-registration.html
Contact: Julie Banda, x3-1318, banj@med.mit.edu
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Introduction to Kung Fu
Dorri Li
Fri Jan 18, 12-01:00pm, E23-297
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 16-Jan-2008
Limited to 12 participants.
Single session event
From a wellness point of view, traditional kung fu training helps a person develop a strong body, a clear mind and a calm spirit.
Learn about the five key elements found in every kung fu movement: hand formation, eye play, body posture, technique and stance work. Individually, these elements help focus a person's attention to the quality and details of body movement. Collectively, they enhance a person's coordination and balance. Characteristics of kung fu movements - hard v. soft, long v. short, offense v. defense will be presented as well. Loose pants and athletic shoes recommended.
Contact: Elizabeth Carbone, E23-205, x8-5363, rice@med.mit.edu
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Introduction to Tai Chi
Dorri Li
Fri Jan 25, 12-01:00pm, E23-297
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 23-Jan-2008
Limited to 12 participants.
Single session event
Unlike exercises that are done to "burn" energy, tai chi is practiced to cultivate energy. Tai chi places an emphasis on learning to move with less mental and physical tension and practiced over time, it can increase your overall awareness and connection to the natural flow of energy in your body. Try this class and experience the relaxing and rejuvenating effects of basic tai chi training and qi gong exercises. Loose pants and athletic shoes recommended.
Contact: Elizabeth Carbone, E23-205, x8-5363, rice@med.mit.edu
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Junk Food Cravings
Zan Barry, M.Ed.
Wed Jan 30, 12-01:15pm, 2-105
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
If you have cravings for sweets or "white foods" (chips, pretzels, white bread), find out why its not your fault and learn tips to make your brain more resilient and resistant to cravings.
Contact: Elizabeth Carbone, E23-205, x8-5363, rice@med.mit.edu
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Menopause, huh?
Dr. Chana Wasserman, Dr. Evelyn Picker, Dr. Stephanie Shapiro
Tue Jan 8, 12:30-01:30pm, 4-145
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Menopause understanding the physiology and symptomatology of menopause.
Contact: Elizabeth Carbone, E23-205, x8-5363, rice@med.mit.edu
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Menopause: Getting Better All the Time
Dr. Chana Wasserman, Dr. Evelyn Picker, Dr. Stephanie Shapiro
Tue Jan 15, 12:30-01:30pm, 4-145
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Menopause navigating through the changes. Options for symptom management and health maintenance will be covered.
Contact: Elizabeth Carbone, E23-205, x8-5363, rice@med.mit.edu
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Menopause: No Sweat
Dawn Metcalf, L.I.C.S.W.
Tue Jan 22, 12:30-01:30pm, 4-145
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
A developmental strengths based review of changes women experience at mid life and beyond. The physical, psychological, cultural, and spiritual challenges and rewards of the transition through menopause and into later mid life for women.
Contact: Elizabeth Carbone, E23-205, x8-5363, rice@med.mit.edu
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Mindfulness for Stress Reduction
Maya Hanelin, L.I.C.S.W., Lisa Bosley, CNS
Wed Jan 23, 12:30-02:00pm, 2-105
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
This class will review highlights of research and discuss benefits of mindfulness for stress reduction and provide opportunities to experience and practice mindfulness exercises.
Contact: Elizabeth Carbone, x8-5363, rice@med.mit.edu
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Osteoporosis: Let's Talk
William Kettyle, M.D.
Wed Jan 16, 01-02:00pm, 4-145
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 developing the debilitating fractures of osteoporosis? What new therapies offer hope?
Contact: Elizabeth Carbone, x8-5363, rice@med.mit.edu
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Sleep: What You Don't Get Will Get You
Xiaolu Hsi, Ph.D.
Thu Jan 10, 12-01:00pm, 2-105
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
U.S. college students, MIT students included, are the most sleep deprived among the general population, not a minor infliction considering sleep deprivation is used as a form of torture. Aside from causing stress or even depression, sleep deprivation also affects academic learning and performance.
Contact: Elizabeth Carbone, E23-205, x8-5363, rice@med.mit.edu
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The A, B, C's of Connecting with People
James Chansky, L.I.C.S.W., Lisa Bosley, CNS
Wed Jan 30, 12:30-02:30pm, 2-135
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 15-Jan-2008
Limited to 15 participants.
Single session event
Basic suggestions, tips, and practical exercises on the following topics:
How to start a conversation with someone
How to share with others
Why share with others
When and how much to share with others
How to respond when someone shares with you
How to keep a conversation going
Contact: James Chansky, L.I.C.S.W., x8-5368, chaj@med.mit.edu
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