Person Enrichment Workshops and Psychological Assessment (Spring 2013) by Counselling and Person Enrichment Section, Centre of Development and Resources for Students

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Person Enrichment Workshops & Psychological Assessment

Spring 2013

Registration begins on 29 Jan 2013 Venue: Room 420, Meng Wah Complex

Contents Highlights 4-5 Love of Learning Improving Your Concentration 6 No Delay: Overcoming Procrastination 7 Creative Problem Solving 8 Beauty, Excellence and Lifestyle Make the Best out of your Character Strengths – Working from Goals to Values 9 Image Building 1001 10 Wine Appreciation as a Life Skill (Introductory & Advanced Courses) 11 Emotional Intelligence Understanding Your Emotional Intelligence 12 How to be a Dynamic Speaker 13 Self-management Progressive Muscular Relaxation Exercise for Well-being 14 Mindfulness Relaxation Exercises for Well-being 15 Coping with Test Anxiety 16 Regulating Your Emotions 16 Mastering Your Worries 17 Social Intelligence How to be a Lady/Gentleman (Social Etiquette Training) 18 Effective Listening 19 Empathetic Responding 19 Teamwork Skills 20 Conﬂict Resolution through Mediation Skills 20 Love and Intimacy He/She Says What? 21 Love Curiously: Understanding Same-sex Romance 22 Autonomy and Family Relationship When I Become a Parent, I will… 23 - Re-discovering the Meaning of Family Mental Health First Aid Training Workshop Schedule Workshop Registration Registration Rules

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Peer Support Network

Speed Dating Experience Speed dating is a popular activity, where one can meet new friends through a series of time-efficient “dates” with 12-15 members of the opposite gender. You will be able to talk comfortably with each of them and hopefully make an impression on some. Though you can ask a friend to accompany you, it is strongly advised that you register alone so you can make new friends. The facilitators will introduce various activities so that you can have a fun afternoon and an opportunity to polish your dating skills. A set of speed dating tips will be given to you in preparation for the event. Date: 23 February 2013 (Saturday) Time: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Venue: Kong Siu Luey Lounge, Robert Black College, Main Campus Quota: Minimum: 12 (female); 12 (male) Maximum: 15 (female); 15 (male) Fee: $60 (light refreshment will be provided) Language: Cantonese Dress code: Smart casual/Clothes you think may make a positive impression on others

Be a community advocate for people with different special needs! • HEA Kiosk Project: Manage a social enterprise in HKU HEA Kiosk is collaboration between CEDARS and New Life Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association (“New Life”). The Kiosk carries sales items such as handicraft (created by people with mental disabilities), environmentally-friendly as well as fair trade products. Located on 3/F, Chong Yuet Ming Amenities Centre, the Kiosk is jointly managed by student volunteers and vocational trainees from New Life. Student volunteers will learn how to promote social inclusion through running a social enterprise. • FitMind Ambassador Scheme: Fight against stigma of mental illness This Scheme is jointly designed and managed by CEDARS, Hong Kong Early Psychosis Intervention Society (EPISO) and Jockey Club Early Psychosis Project (JCEP). It is a service learning programme for HKU students to develop the attitude and skills for interacting with people who need support, contribute to the destigmatisation of mental illness and promote social inclusion in Hong Kong. As a student volunteer (FitMind Ambassador), you will serve as a “personal trainer” for people with mental illness.

• Peer English Tutoring This is a 30-minute face-to-face chat session with a native or near-native English-speaking Peer Tutor, jointly organised by the Centre for Applied English Studies (CAES) and CEDARS. • Survival Cantonese This three-week programme, conducted by Peer Tutors covers some day-to-day survival Cantonese for non-Cantonese speakers. It is ideal for any students who need basic Cantonese to get around. The programme is jointly organised by the Chinese Language Centre and CEDARS. Both practise sessions of “Peer English Tutoring” and “Survival Cantonese” are held in Chi Wah Learning Commons (2/F, Zone R, Advising Area), Centennial Campus. Tutoring schedule will be announced by email. • Peer Tutoring Service for Students with Special Educational Needs This service aims at helping students who encounter learning problems due to their learning disabilities and/or other types of disabilities. We would like to recruit postgraduate students to provide a tutoring service for these students. Prior experience as an academic tutor as well as flexibility in working with people with disabilities is an advantage. Previous peer tutors reported a great sense of satisfaction and better understanding of people with disabilities. Interested students are welcome to contact Ms Iris Lam at cedars-cope@hku.hk.

PsyTrack: Regular self-check on your psychological well-being PsyTrack is a unique feature in Psychometer where you can monitor your psychosocial health on a yearly basis. • Basic Plan consists of tests that evaluate core aspects of your overall university adjustment, including academic life, social life, stress level and character strengths. • Top-up Plan consists of additional tests which address the specific needs of your study year. Built-in charts help you to trace your progress at a glance. Psychometer is a one-stop online resource hub which provides you with: • A wide range of self-help tests on university adjustment, learning strategies, personality, stress etc. • A tracking function where you can review your progress. • Informative and helpful online tips for your enrichment • Privacy where your results will be protected Take PsyTrack on psyax.cedars.hku.hk now.

DON’T MISS IT! Self-learning Resources:

Further details will be announced by email. Related tests in Psychometer: • Mr/Ms Right (psyax.cedars.hku.hk/?ref=67) • My Love Style (psyax.cedars.hku.hk/?ref=79)

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Self-Help? FAQ videos (cedars.hku.hk/faq) • What are the social responsibilities of university students? • Are there any support services for students with disabilities? • How can I promote a more inclusive campus environment?

• Looking for study tips? Visit Study Smart at cedars.hku.hk/studysmart • Want to learn more about mental health? Visit Stigma Free at stigmafree.wordpress.com • Need some advice on having a fruitful university life? Visit FAQ Videos on Successful University Life at cedars.hku.hk/faq 5

Code: DO1/12-13 Code: IC2/12-13

Improving Your Concentration This workshop provides you with advice on learning strategies with a focus on how to study with improved concentration. You will explore how your concentration works, identify the blocks to your concentration and their causes, and learn techniques to improve your concentration. Date: 5 March 2013 (Tuesday) Time: 5:30 pm – 7:15 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Ms Iris Lam, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS Language: English or Cantonese (Depending on participants) Class size: Minimum 20 / Maximum 30 Fee: $20

No Delay: Overcoming Procrastination NEW Do you have a habit of putting things off until the last minute, or beyond the last minute? If you have adequate study skills but still suffer from procrastination, this workshop is right for you. At the end of the workshop, you will have gained more understanding about the cycle of procrastination, identified habits that maintain your procrastination, and acquired practical tips and skills to overcome your procrastination. Date: 8 March 2013 (Friday) Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Ms Iris Lam, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS Language: English or Cantonese (Depending on participants) Class size: Minimum 20 / Maximum 30 Fee: $20 Related test in Psychometer: Thief of Time (psyax.cedars.hku.hk/?ref=68)

Self-Help? Study Smart Website (cedars.hku.hk/studysmart) • How to get the most out of your lectures? • How to take good notes for lectures and readings?

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FAQ videos (cedars.hku.hk/faq) • How can students and teachers work together to achieve better student learning? • I find it difficult to handle my studies. Where can I seek help? • How to strike a balance between academic work, hall life, social activities and part-time jobs?

(For a full description of workshops, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.)

Code: CPS1/12-13

Creative Problem Solving NEW This workshop is designed to help you explore your creativity potential, develop your creativity skills, so that you can face the challenges in life better, solve the emerging problems more effectively, and even anticipate future problems in life and devise the appropriate solutions beforehand. In short, you will lead a happier and easier life. Date: 14 March 2013 (Thursday) Time: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Ms Annita Mau Language: Cantonese (Some reference materials will be in English) Class size: Minimum 15 / Maximum 25 Fee: $50 Training format: Interactive lecture, with lots of exercises, and participative group work About the trainer: To view Ms Mau’s profile, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.

Code: MW1/12-13

Make the Best out of Your Character Strengths – Working from Goals to Values NEW This workshop is designed for students who would like to make use of their character strengths for enhancing changes and leading a more vital life. Through a series of experiential exercises, you will be guided to review your character strengths, clarify what is important and meaningful to your life, and explore what stops you from staying true to your values and how to overcome personal obstacles. You will also learn alternative ways to view personal experiences and strategies to cope with negative thoughts and feelings. Date: 7 February 2013 (Thursday) Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Ms Linda Yeung, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS Language: English or Cantonese (Depending on participants) Class size: Minimum 20 / Maximum 40 Fee: $20

Note You are required to complete the “VIA Survey of Character Strengths” before attending the workshop. Simply visit Psychometer (http://psyax.cedars.hku.hk) and follow through the steps of the test “My Character Strengths”. Please bring along your results to the workshop.

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(For a full description of workshops, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.)

Wine Appreciation as a Life Skill (Introductory) This course is both theoretical and practical. The first half provides a foundation of wine knowledge such as factors affecting the taste and style of wine, and offers advice in areas such as wine etiquette, and food and wine matching. The second half is a guided wine-tasting, showing you how to recognise, smell and taste wine, and then evaluate it.

Image Building 1001

Code: WA3/ 12-13

Your look will inevitably influence people’s impression about you, because the way you dress is a form of self-expression. In this workshop, with the help of an art director, you will learn how to look good in six easy steps, discover your own style and learn more about styles that should be avoided, work with accessories effortlessly, and use colours in a smart way etc.

Code: IBF2/12-13

Female Group Date: 11 March 2013 (Monday)

Code: IBM2/12-13

Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Ms Pamela Lay Language: Cantonese Class size: Minimum 10 / Maximum 20 Fee: $50

Group 1 16 February 2013 (Saturday)

Code: WA4/12-13

Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Ms Annabel Jackson Language: English Class size: Maximum 24 Fee: $180

Male Group Date: 15 March 2013 (Friday)

About the trainer: To view Ms Annabel Jackson’s profile, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.

This two-hour class assumes you already have some basic wine knowledge. The class concentrates on the small details in the vineyard and the winery which affect the taste and style of wine. Things ranging from soil type, the date of picking, to the use of oak will be covered. The theory should give you a firmer understanding of why there is average wine as well as very good wine – and how to tell the difference. Four quality wines from France will be tasted. The tasting should help participants identify the characteristics of different grapes.

About the trainer: To view Ms Pamela Lay’s profile, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.

Group 1 9 March 2013 (Saturday)

Code: WAA3/12-13

Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Ms Annabel Jackson Language: English Class size: Maximum 13 Fee: $240

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Important Note: Students who wish to apply for the course must be 18 years old or above. You may be asked to provide documentary proof of age.

Wine Appreciation as a Life Skill (Advanced)

Note: Participants need to wear an outfit that they think may leave a positive impression on others for the workshop.

Code: WAA2/ 12-13

Group 2 13 April 2013 (Saturday)

Group 2 20 April 2013 (Saturday) Important Note: Students who wish to apply for the course must be 18 years old or above. You may be asked to provide documentary proof of age. About the trainer: To view Ms Annabel Jackson’s profile, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.

(For a full description of workshops, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.)

Code: EEC2/12-13

Understanding Your Emotional Intelligence Do you understand your Emotional Intelligence? In this workshop, you can identify your emotional intelligence through a scientifically-validated test called The Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire (TEIQue). It measures your sense of well-being, emotional control, emotional sensitivity and social awareness. You will be provided with your personal profile and information on how you are compared with local university students. Participants are required to complete TEIQUE on or before 7 February 2013. For arrangement details, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops. Date: 7 March 2013 (Thursday) Time: 6:00 pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Ms Olivia Jung, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS Language: Cantonese or English (depending on participants) Class size: Minimum 10 / Maximum 35 Fee: $80 (includes the cost of the assessment and an administration fee)

Code: DS2/12-13

How to be a Dynamic Speaker This intensive course focuses on helping you to develop the necessary confidence and ability to speak clearly and persuasively to your audience. Different audiences demand different approaches. You will learn how to deliver a speech in order to achieve the maximum effect. Date: 23 February 2013 (Saturday) Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm,Â 2:00pm - 5:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Mr Elfed Roberts, Honorary Associate Professor, Department of History and Lecturer of MBA programme, Faculty of Business and Economics, HKU Language: English Class size: Minimum 15 / Maximum 25 Fee: $50

Related test in Psychometer: Emotional Intelligence (psyax.cedars.hku.hk/?ref=71)

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(For a full description of workshops, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.)

Progressive Muscular Relaxation Exercise for Well-being Progressive Muscular Relaxation (PMR) allows you to learn to recognise and control muscle tension in a systematic way. By deliberately tensing and relaxing your muscles, you can achieve a deep state of relaxation. It also helps relax your mind as you learn to feel calmer and happier overall.

English Session Date: 8 February 2013 (Friday) Time: 1:00pm - 2:00 pm Trainer: Ms Olivia Jung, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS

Code: REW5/12-13

Putonghua Session Date: 21 February 2013 (Thursday) Time: 1:00pm - 2:00 pm Trainer: Ms Elaine Y.L. Chan, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS

Code: REW6/12-13

Cantonese Session Date: 22 February 2013 (Friday) Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Trainer: Ms Elaine Y.L. Chan, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS

Mindfulness Relaxation Exercise for Well-being Learn how to relax yourself mindfully and see how this can be built into your daily schedule to help you manage your everyday stress more effectively. This workshop will provide you with a new experience of serenity through mindfulness relaxation. Date: 28 February 2013 (Thursday) Time: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Ms Elaine Y.L. Chan, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS Language: Cantonese Class size: Maximum 35 Fee: Free (Only deposit is required)

Select only one session: Code: REW4/12-13

Code: MRW2/12-13

Important Information: • Please wear comfortable and loose clothing. • Please have a light meal before joining the class as no lunch will be provided. • Latecomers are not permitted to enter the venue. Psychological test in Psychometer: Psychological Health Checklist (psyax.cedars.hku.hk/?ref=61)

Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Class size: Maximum 35 Fee: Free (Only deposit is required) Important Information: • Participants are required to attend only one session. • Please wear comfortable and loose clothing. • Please have a light meal before joining the class as no lunch will be provided. • Latecomers are not permitted to enter the venue.

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Note: You should consult your physician if you have a history of serious injuries, muscle spasms or back problems. Related test in Psychometer: Psychological Health Checklist (psyax.cedars.hku.hk/?ref=61) (For a full description of workshops, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.)

Code: CTA1/12-13

Coping with Test Anxiety NEW Almost all students experience feelings of anxiety or stress before writing a test. Normal levels of stress can help you study faster and more effectively. However, if you have overwhelming levels of anxiety, your test performance can be affected. This workshop is intended for students who experience disruptive anxiety before and /or during tests, despite having generally adequate study skills. Date: 22 March 2013 (Friday) Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Ms Iris Lam, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS Language: English or Cantonese (Depending on participants) Class size: Maximum 35 Fee: $20

Code: RYE1/12-13

Regulating Your Emotions NEW Emotions enable us to enjoy life to the fullest. However, emotions can sometimes be destructive, especially if we do not regulate our emotions adaptively. This workshop will help you understand and regulate your emotions in a more effective way. A variety of activities such as small group discussions, individual exercises and role plays will be arranged to facilitate students to understand what adaptive emotion regulation is meant to be. Date: 27 March 2013 (Wednesday) Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Ms. Elaine Y.L. Chan, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS Language: English or Cantonese (Depending on participants) Class size: Minimum 10 / Maximum 25 Fee: $20 Related test in Psychometer: Mood Test (psyax.cedars.hku.hk/?ref=47)

Code: BM2/12-13

Mastering Your Worries Do you always feel stressed out and filled with worries? Come and join this workshop to address your anxieties and worries. You will learn more about anxieties and worries in general, and more importantly, how you can manage them more effectively. Date: 9 April 2013 (Tuesday) Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Mr Erich Chan, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS Language: Cantonese Class size: Minimum 10 / Maximum 30 Fee: $20 Related test in Psychometer: My Stress Level (psyax.cedars.hku.hk/?ref=75)

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(For a full description of workshops, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.)

Code: EL2/12-13

Effective Listening Listening is an essential communication skill. Do you listen attentively, unassumingly and adequately or are you just “hearing” without “listening”? If you want to be a good listener, you have to get into a habit of being fully attentive, which is usually easier said than done. This workshop is for you to identify your communication barriers, acquire effective listening skills, and practise questioning and reflecting skills.

Code: BLG2/12-13

How to be a Lady/Gentleman (Social Etiquette Training)

Date: 18 March 2013 (Monday) Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Mrs Yoki Tyler, Counsellor, CEDARS Language: English or Cantonese (Depending on participants) Class size: Minimum 12 / Maximum 18 Fee: $20

This one-day workshop is designed to provide you with practical tips concerning social etiquette and image-building so that you can feel confident about attending social functions. You will also be asked to buy a set lunch (western style) in the Canteen (Maxim’s at Chong Yuet Ming Amenities Centre) and join a practise session on western table manners during lunch-hours. If available, please bring along:

Remarks: • You are also encouraged to take “Empathetic Responding”. • Please note that this workshop does not teach professional counselling skills and priorities will be given to non-social work/counselling students.

Gentlemen – jacket, shirt & tie (no need to wear) Ladies – suit jacket & blouse (no need to wear) Date: 12 March 2013 (Tuesday) Time: 9:30 am – 5:30 pm (Including a lunch practical session) Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Ms Elinor Young Language: English supplemented with Cantonese Class size: Maximum 40 Fee: $50 About the trainer: To view Ms Elinor Young’s profile, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.

Code: ER2/12-13

Empathetic Responding Empathy means putting yourself into the other person’s shoes, understanding the other person so well that you can identify with him/her and empathise with how he/she feels in his/her situation. When people are upset, it is usually better to work through the feelings, before solving the problems. Want to be a better friend? Want to be more equipped in what to do when your friends share their concerns with you next time? This is a workshop that you don’t want to miss! Date: 25 March 2013 (Monday) Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Mrs Yoki Tyler, Counsellor, CEDARS Language: English or Cantonese (Depending on participants) Class size: Minimum 12 / Maximum 18 Fee: $20 Remarks: • You are also encouraged to take “Effective Listening”. • Please note that this workshop does not teach professional counselling skills and priorities will be given to non-social work/counselling students.

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(For a full description of workshops, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.)

Code: TS1/12-13

Teamwork Skills NEW At University, you are exposed to different teams. May it be a project team or a committee. In view of different personalities, abilities and expectations of individuals, it takes time for a team to mature into an effective team. Through this experiential workshop, you are going to explore your key team roles and reflect your strengths and weaknesses as a team player. Date: 8 April 2013 (Monday) Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Mrs Yoki Tyler, Counsellor, CEDARS Language: Cantonese Class size: Minimum 20 / Maximum 24 Fee: $20

Code: CR1/12-13

Conflict Resolution through Mediation Skills NEW Where there are people, there are conflicts. Conflicts can be positive and negative. Unsolved negative conflicts will lead to further disputes. This workshop is designed to help you develop the mediation skills that you could deploy in times of conflicts in family, study, relations and work. You will understand the background of mediation development locally and globally, learn some useful mediation skills for handling daily conflicts, and gain more confidence in becoming the “mediator” in your family, study, work and among friends. Date: 11 April 2013 (Thursday) Time: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Trainer: Ms Annita Mau Language: Cantonese (Some reference materials will be in English) Class size: Minimum 15 / Maximum 25 Fee: $50 Training format: Interactive lecture, with lots of exercises, and participative group work

Code: HW1/12-13

He/She Says What? NEW This workshop is designed for those who are curious about what people of the same and opposite gender think and what they really mean, and to learn about some of the possible miscommunication traps. Through different scenarios of couple interactions, this workshop will allow you to gain a better understanding of men and women so that we can relate to our partners better. It is ideal for those who are currently in a relationship. Date: 20 February 2013 (Wednesday) Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Language: English or Cantonese (Depending on participants) Trainer: Ms Heidi Tseng, Counsellor, CEDARS Class size: Maximum 25 Fee: $20 Related test in Psychometer: My Conversation Style (psyax.cedars.hku.hk/?ref=78)

About the trainer: To view Ms Mau’s profile, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.

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(For a full description of workshops, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.)

Code: LC1/12-13

Love Curiously: Understanding Same-sex Romance NEW Do you have a friend who is gay/ lesbian/ bisexual? Do you have a family member whom you think is gay? Are you confused, puzzled or distressed about sexual orientation? Do you want to equip yourself with knowledge on this issue? If you say yes to the above questions, please join us. This workshop will bring the issue into perspective and give you some tips on how to interact with people of different sexual orientations in a comfortable and respectful manner. Scenarios and role-play will be used to facilitate your understanding and equip you to face the situations. Date: 18 April 2013 (Thursday) Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Language: Cantonese Trainer: Ms Olivia Jung, Clinical Psychologist and Ms Heidi Tseng, Counsellor, CEDARS Class size: Minimum 10 / Maximum 15 Fee: $20

Self-Help? FAQ Videos (cedars.hku.hk/faq) • When my friend tells me that he or she is not heterosexual, how should I respond? • How can I promote a LGBT-friendly campus environment?

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Code: WR1/12-13

When I Become a Parent, I will… - Re-discovering the Meaning of Family NEW Have you ever thought about this? • How come my parents are so stubborn? If I were them, I would do things so differently! • When I become a parent, I will do it this way… Now is a chance for you to take a journey from the present to the future to see how you are doing if you are to be a parent. This workshop will allow you to get a better understanding of your views on family and having a closer look into your family dynamics. Date: 20 March 2013 (Wednesday) Time: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Language: English or Cantonese (Depending on participants) Trainer: Ms Heidi Tseng, Counsellor, CEDARS Class size: Maximum 15 Fee: $20 Related test in Psychometer: Family Relationships Checklist (psyax.cedars.hku.hk/?ref=62)

(For a full description of workshops, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.)

Standard Course This 12-hour course is designed for students who would like to understand mental health issues in the general adult population.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the help given to someone who is developing or experiencing a mental health crisis, before he or she can obtain professional treatment. Students from any academic programme or discipline can become a mental health first aider. By completing the Standard Course, you will acquire a basic understanding of mental health problems, including depression, anxiety disorders, and the gradual onset of psychosis and substance misuse. You will also gain the knowledge and skills needed to effectively deal with mental health crisis situations such as suicidal behaviours/ideation, acute stress reactions, and acute psychotic behaviours. The course will be taught by accredited instructors who are experienced Clinical Psychologists and Counsellors. A comprehensive course manual will be provided to you during the course. A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to participants who have attended all training sessions.

Code: MHFA5/12-13

Code: MHFA6/12-13

English Course Date: 25 & 27 February, 4 & 6 March 2013 (Monday and Wednesday) Trainer: Ms Heidi Tseng, Counsellor and Ms Linda Yeung, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS Application deadline: 11 February 2013 Cantonese Course Date: 19, 21, 26 & 28 March 2013 (Tuesdays and Thursdays) Trainers:Â Ms Olivia Jung, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS Application deadline: 5 March 2013 Time: 6:00 pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9:00 pm Venue: Room 411, Meng Wah Complex Class size: Minimum 15 / Maximum 25 Fee: $400* (Including a localised course manual) * The standard course fee advised by the local coordinating agency is $600. The current student course is subsidised by CEDARS-CoPE.

Application The application form can be downloaded at w3.cedars.hku.hk/web/mhfa/downloads (Note: You must be 18 years old or over when applying for the course.) To know more about the MHFA courses, please visit http://w3.cedars.hku.hk/web/mhfa.

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(For a full description of workshops, please visit cedars.hku.hk/cope/workshops.)

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Saturday

Mental Health First Aid Standard Course (English) 25 & 27 Feb; 4 & 6 Mar 2013

Improving Your Concentration 5 Mar 2013

Mental Health First Aid Standard Course (English) 25 & 27 Feb; 4 & 6 Mar 2013

Make the Best out of Your Character Strengths – Working from Goals to Values 7 Feb 2013

Progressive Muscular Relaxation Exercise for Well-being English: 8 Feb 2013 Cantonese: 22 Feb 2013

Speed Dating Experience 23 Feb 2013

Image Building 1001 (Female group) 11 Mar 2013

How to be a Lady/Gentleman (Social Etiquette Training) 12 Mar 2013

He/She Says What? 20 Feb 2013

Progressive Muscular Relaxation Exercise for Well-being Putonghua: 21 Feb 2013

No Delay – Overcoming Procrastination 8 Mar 2013

How to be a Dynamic Speaker 23 Feb 2013

Effective Listening 18 Mar 2013

Mental Health First Aid Standard Course (Cantonese) 19, 21, 26 & 28 Mar 2013

When I Become a Parent, I will… Re-discovering the Meaning of Family 20 Mar 2013

Mindfulness Relaxation Exercise for Well-being 28 Feb 2013

Image Building 1001 (Male group) 15 Mar 2013

Wine Appreciation as a Life Skill (Introductory) 16 Feb 2013 or 13 Apr 2013

Empathetic Responding 25 Mar 2013

Mastering Your Worries 9 Apr 2013

Regulating Your Emotions 27 Mar 2013

Understanding Your Emotional Intelligence 7 Mar 2013

Coping with Test Anxiety 22 Mar 2013

Wine Appreciation as a Life Skill (Advanced) 9 Mar 2013 or 20 Apr 2013

Teamwork Skills 8 Apr 2013

Creative Problem Solving 14 Mar 2013 Mental Health First Aid Standard Course (Cantonese) 19, 21, 26 & 28 Mar 2013 Conflict Resolution through Mediation Skills 11 Apr 2013 Love Curiously: Understanding Same-sex Romance 18 Apr 2013

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When to register? Registration will begin at 9:00 am on 29 January 2013 at Room 420, Meng Wah Complex and will continue for as long as there are places available, up until the start of the workshops/assessment. Is there a deposit and fee required? You must pay the deposit and fee (where applicable) in order to confirm your registration. Please read our registration rules before you register for workshop(s)/ assessment session(s). How to register? You can register either in person or by e-mail; however, priority will be given to students who register in person.

In person: Complete a registration form and pay the necessary deposit and course fee either in cash or by cheque at CEDARS (4/F, Meng Wah Complex).

Workshop deposit

Withdrawal

You are required to pay a $100 deposit and a course fee for most workshops.

Email: Write an email which includes your personal information (full name, university number, faculty, year of study and contact number) and the name(s) of the workshop(s)/ assessment session(s) you wish to register for, and send it to us at cedars-cope@hku.hk. (Email applications received before 9:00 am on 29 January 2013 will not be processed.)

The deposit is refundable after you have signed in and attended all activities for that workshop.

If for any reason you are unable to attend a workshop/ assessment session for which you have registered, you should notify us as soon as possible. There is no refund of fees (except in the cases specified above). However, for the refund of deposits, you must send an email (email subject: Person Enrichment Workshops) to us at cedarscope@hku.hk no later than 3 working days before the commencement of the workshop/assessment session. The refund will only be made during the prescribed period of time mentioned above*.

Mail a crossed cheque made payable to: “The University of Hong Kong” for the total sum of deposit(s) and course fee(s) to the following address within 2 working days from the time you sent your email registration:

Starting Date* 5 working days after the completion of the workshop

Centre of Development and Resources for Students (Counselling and Person Enrichment) Room 408, Meng Wah Complex, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong

Workshop/Event fee or assessment charges

* On the back of the cheque, please write your name, university number and the name(s) of the workshop(s)/ assessment session(s) you wish to register for. Enquiries Tel: 2857 8388 E-mail: cedars-cope@hku.hk Website: cedars.hku.hk/cope

PERSON ENRICHMENT WORKSHOPS AND PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT

You must come to CEDARS – Counselling and Person Enrichment (CEDARS-CoPE) at Room 408, Meng Wah Complex in order to claim your deposit within the following prescribed period of time; otherwise, your deposit will be forfeited. Last Date* One month after the completion of the workshop

Fees charged for workshops are non-refundable except in cases where: • There is an announcement of a cancellation of the workshop/assessment session by CEDARS-CoPE due to specific reasons; or • A student on the waiting list of the workshop/ assessment session for which you have registered agrees to take your place. Cancellation of workshop/assessment by CEDARS-CoPE

Absence due to sickness You may have your course fee and deposit refunded if you can provide a medical certificate showing that you are sick. The refund will only be made during the prescribed period of time mentioned above*. Important notes • To avoid any waste of resources, please notify us if you are unable to attend any workshop(s)/ assessment session(s) in which you have enrolled so that another student may take your place and benefit from them. Your cooperation is very much appreciated. • If you have financial difficulties which prevent you from taking part in the Person Enrichment workshop(s)/assessment session(s), you may send an email to cedars-cope@hku.hk.

A workshop/assessment session will be cancelled if the enrolment number does not meet the minimum required number. 29

Counselling and Person Enrichment Centre of Development and Resources for Students The University of Hong Kong cedars.hku.hk