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The psychology of social support: Staying connected in 2020 and beyond

Join our experts to discover the power of social support and practical ways you can strengthen your connections – even from a distance.

Reserve your place

Feeling supported and connected is one of the most defining features of good psychological health, and it's even more important during challenging times. But connection isn’t easy. Even without the challenges of Covid-19, it can be incredibly difficult to develop new and existing connections. How can we get the most from our interactions, enhance our connections and harness the incredible power of social support, both now and in the years to come?

In this webinar, experts Will Marien, Dr Brian Marien and Dr Eloise Crush will present some of Positive's recent research findings around the impact of social support and the role it plays in determining psychological health and performance. They will offer insights into the psychology of connection, discuss its relevance in today’s world, and explore some of the practical techniques we can use to build and enhance connections – even when we can’t be together.

The Hosts

Dr Brian Marien

Co-Founder

Brian started in medicine and then became fascinated by health, cognitive and behavioural psychology. He worked as a specialist in the Academic Department of Psychological Medicine at St. Bartholomew’s Hospital, before co-founding Positive.

Dr Eloise Crush

Partnerships Director

Eloise spent the first 10 years of her career in corporate banking and management consultancy roles, before returning to her passion: psychology. Her PhD focused on psychological resilience, and she specialises in protective factors for psychological wellbeing.

Will Marien

Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Will is passionate about workplace mental health and performance, and specialises in organisational behaviour change. He’s spent the last 10 years working across multiple sectors, transforming behaviours and culture in SMEs, corporates, schools and universities.

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