9-13 George St
Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 2AU
UK
Psychologist in the Pub events are completely free and open to everyone (British Psychological Society members and non-menbers), so pleae join us on:
Tuesday 1st December 6:30 for 7pm start, with:
Dr. Josie Booth – University of Edinburgh
“Physical Activity: Is it the key to health, wealth and happiness?”
We are suffering from a worldwide pandemic of physical inactivity and obesity with recent figures suggesting that approximately 20% of five years old are overweight in the UK. The physical benefits of a balanced diet and regular physical activity are commonly reported however more recent work suggests that there are wide ranging psychological benefits from adopting a healthy lifestyle, evident at all ages across the lifespan.
Dr Josie Booth is a Lecturer in Developmental Psychology at the University of Edinburgh. Her talk will discuss contemporary research on the psychological benefits of physical activity and highlight the importance for both adults and children. The role of physical activity in reducing inequalities will also be discussed as well as recent intervention work.
The talk will be held in the function room in Wig & Pen pub.
The venue is wheelchair accessible.