This seminar is part of the monthly Issues in Aging series that highlights current research and perspectives on aging-relevant issues from experts in medicine, social work, psychology, law and more.
This event will take place virtually over Zoom. It is free and open to the public. However, registration is required to receive your unique Zoom meeting link.
If you have any accessibility needs, please contact Emily Hickner at ehickner@wustl.edu. We need to be notified at least five business days prior to the event to guarantee accommodation for interpretation and CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation) services.
About the Speaker
Jacquelyn Benson, PhD
Associate Professor of Medicine, Division of Palliative Medicine, School of Medicine
Professor Benson is a family gerontologist whose program of research has a translation focus aimed at enhancing the psychological and social lives of older adults and their caregiving families. Much of her work focuses on testing and implementing psychosocial and behavioral interventions designed to promote healthy lifestyles, positive family connections, and better mental health outcomes for family caregivers of older adults living with cancer, dementia, or other serious illnesses.