WHAT: The UPMC Center for Integrative Medicine welcomes Drs. Badri Rickhi and John Toews of the Canadian Institute of Natural and Integrative Medicine (CINIM), who developed a spirituality-based program for  the treatment of depression in adolescents and young adults. Drs. Rickhi and Toews will share their findings.

 

WHY: Studies conducted by our speakers showed the benefit of a web- and app-based program called Breathing Room. Addressing concepts such as self-acceptance, gratitude, compassion and forgiveness dramatically improved mood and outlook. This program is being offered as a preventative measure on several college campuses in Canada.

 

 

• Badri Rickhi, M.B.B.S., F.R.C.P.C., research chair and founding member, CINIM

• John Toews, M.D., F.R.C.P.C., board chair, CINIM

 

 

Additionally, for health and mental health professionals and clergy, contact Ms. Adams for information regarding a continuing education program on Friday, March 11.

 

WHERE: Frick Fine Arts Building, Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh, 15213

 

This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. To reserve a seat, call or email Jeanette Adams at 412-623-1203 or adamsjm@upmc.edu.