Sip n Learn: Why Wait? The Science of Intervening Too Late
About this Event
Are we waiting until it’s too late to take mental health seriously?
Join us for an evening of neuroscience, psychology and conversation exploring a question that affects all of us, whether directly or indirectly.
Rates of mental health problems in children and adolescents are rising, yet most responses still focus on treatment rather than prevention. But what if we shifted earlier?
In this session, Dr Alex Lloyd (UCL) explores the science behind early intervention. Drawing on research in adolescent development, he will unpack why acting sooner matters, the barriers that get in the way, and how new approaches, including school-based programmes, aim to reduce risk before problems take hold.
This is part of the Mind Circles ‘Sip n Learn’ series — where evidence-based ideas are shared in a relaxed, social setting. No jargon, no boring lectures. Just interesting conversations that stay with you long after the evening ends.
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
Location
Venue: Big Chill Kings Cross, 257-259 Pentonville Rd, London N1 9NL. For more information, please visit: https://www.bigchillbar.com/kings-cross
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.
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On-the-Day Tickets
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Ticket Tiers
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Talk Recording
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Arrival Time
Please arrive by 19:15 and be seated before the talk begins to avoid disruption.
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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 10.00 to GBP 40.00
