Sip & Learn: Why wait? The importance of prevention in youth mental health
About this Event
Sip & Learn: Why wait? The importance of prevention in youth mental health
Join us for an evening of neuroscience, psychology and conversation exploring one of the most pressing issues in youth mental health today.
Rates of mental health problems in children and adolescents are rising. Most responses focus on treatment. But what if we shifted earlier?
In this session, Dr Alex Lloyd (UCL) explores why prevention offers a more effective and sustainable approach. He will share research on adolescent development, outline the barriers to early intervention, and introduce a new school-based programme designed to reduce risk before problems take hold.
This is part of the Mind Circles ‘Sip & Learn’ series — a space for evidence-based ideas, shared in a relaxed and social setting.
Event Schedule
19:00 – 19:30 Arrival & Warm-Up Activity
Guest arrival and informal connection. A guided warm-up activity (optional)
19:30 – 20:15 Expert Talk
20:15 – 20:30 Q&A
A chance to ask questions and deepen the conversation
20:30 – 21:00 Optional Networking
Continue the discussion
Speaker
Dr Alex Lloyd is a Lecturer in Child and Adolescent Mental Health at UCL. His research focuses on how cognitive and emotional development in adolescence relates to mental health, and how school-based interventions can reduce risk.
He is also a trustee at Dragon Hall Trust and has delivered a TEDx talk on taking a public health approach to youth crime.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-alex-lloyd/
Tedx Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/alex_lloyd_what_if_we_could_do_youth_justice_better?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare
What You’ll Learn
- Why prevention matters in youth mental health
- How adolescent brain development links to mental health risk
- The limits of treatment-only approaches
- Challenges in delivering early interventions
- A real example of a school-based prevention programme
A Note on Ticket Tiers
Mind Circles Talks is a purpose-led start-up committed to creating accessible, community-focused, neuroscience-informed events. To help make this possible, we offer a range of ticket options. We trust your honesty in selecting the ticket tier that best reflects your circumstances.
Your contribution directly supports:
- The costs of running these events
- The ongoing work of bringing neuroscience insights to our community in practical ways
If you have any questions or accessibility considerations around pricing, please get in touch.
Recording
The expert talk will be recorded and shared privately with all registered attendees within 4 weeks. The recording is for personal use only.
Venue Notice
This event will take place in central London. Full venue details will be shared with all ticket holders in advance.
Please arrive by 19:30 at the latest to avoid disruption once the talk begins.
Age & ID
As the event is held in a bar venue, you may be asked to show valid ID to purchase alcoholic drinks. Please bring a form of identification if you look under 25.
Waiting List
If the event reaches capacity, you can add your name to the waiting list. We’ll contact you if a space becomes available.
Stay in the Circle
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Agenda
🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Arrival & Warm-Up
Host: Jenny Okolo
Info: Guest arrival and check-in and optional guided activity to get people thinking and talking.
🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:15 PM
Expert Talk
Host: Dr Alex Lloyd
Info: Dr Alex Lloyd sharing research and practical insight on prevention in youth mental health.
🕑: 08:15 PM - 08:30 PM
Q&A
Host: Dr Alex Lloyd
Info: Giving you the chance to ask questions and explore the topic in more depth.
🕑: 08:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Optional Networking
Host: Jenny Okolo
Info: Continue the conversation and connect with others in a relaxed setting.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 20.21 to GBP 25.63
