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"Sunday at Emeril's IX" brings in droves of supporters of the LSUHSC Deparment of Psychiatry

 

Special Agent in Charge Lou Riegel, Chef Emeril Lagasse, Ludmilla Riegel

Though the female boxing match outside the nearby Wine Loft proved to be a bit of a distraction to some, "Sunday at Emeril's IX" guests were spellbound by Chef Emeril Lagasse and his talented staff's culinary concoctions on the evening of April 18. The night started with passed hors d'oevres such as New Orelans style barbecued shrimp that were savored by partygoers who were also enjoying music from Jeremy Davenport. The sit down, four-course meal prepared by Emeril's crew was flawless, as were the table decorations by Glenn

 

Dr. George Greenburg, Dr. Martin Drell, Sharon Holder, Dr. Wayne Greenleaf, Andree Greenleaf

Vesh of Perfect Presentations. After speeches and presentations was the eagerly anticipated raffle for a 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK 320 Cabriolet, and John Casbon was the lucky-if not ecstatic-winner.

Proceeds from "Sunday at Emeril's" benefits the Louisiana State University Health Science Center's Department of Psychiatry, which funds a number of programs that help families and children in need.

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Danny Conwill, Dr. Howard Osofsky, Dr. Joy Osofsky, Chef Emeril Lagasse		Dr. Joy Osofsky with Robert Monroe and Kathleen Finigan

 

 

Dr. Joy Osofsky Elected President of ZERO TO THREE

Washington, D.C. - Joy D. Osofsky, PhD, was elected President of ZERO TO THREE, the nation's leading nonprofit on the first three years of life. Dr. Osofsky assumed her 3-year-term at the organization's annual conference in New Orleans in December.

"Dr. Osofsky was elected president because of her outstanding leadership on behalf of our nation's babies and toddlers," said Matthew E. Melmed, executive director of ZERO TO THREE. "She has an extraordinary commitment to young children and we look forward to supporting her continuing efforts to make babies and toddlers a central focus of our country."

Dr. Osofsky is a clinical and developmental psychologist in New Orleans. She is director of the Harris Center for Infant Mental Health in New Orleans, co-director of the Louisiana Rural Trauma Services Center, and co-director of the Violence Intervention Program for Children and Families, along with Dr. Howard Osofsky.

She is professor of Pediatrics, Psychiatry, and Public Health at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans and Adjunct Professor of Psychology at the University of New Orleans. Also, she is a psychoanalyst on the faculty of the New Orleans Psychoanalytic Institute.

Dr. Osofsky is editor of Children in a Violent Society (Guilford, 1997; paper, 1998), two editions of the Handbook of Infant Development (Wiley, 1979; 1987), and co-editor of the four volume WAIMH Handbook of Infant Mental Health (2000) that received the American Publishers Association award as the best social science reference book in 2000. Dr. Osofsky is co-editor of Hurt, Healing, and Hope: Caring for Infants and Toddlers in Violent Environments, Islands of Safety: Assessing and Treating Young Victims of Violence, and Protecting Young Children in Violent Environments (ZERO TO THREE,1994,1996, 2000). She currently has a new book in press, Young Children and Trauma: Intervention and Treatment.

Her affiliations include: past-president of the World Association for Infant Mental Health, membership on the Pew National Commission for Children in Foster Care, past co-chair of the State of Louisiana Violence Prevention Task Force, and Consultant for Office of Mental Health for infant mental health programs (2002-present). Since 1997, she has been consulting with the 11th Circuit Juvenile Court in Miami/Dade County related to the development and evaluation of programs to benefit high risk young children and families in court. In 2002, she published jointly with judges and lawyers a Technical Assistance Brief, "Questions Every Judge and Lawyer Should Ask About Infants and Toddlers in the Child Welfare System." In 1998, Dr. Osofsky was awarded the Badge of Honor by the New Orleans Police Foundation for her work with children and families exposed to violence. In 2002, she was awarded the Medal of Honor by the Mayor of New Orleans for her work with the police and the community, and the Nicholas Hobbs Award for contributions to public policy by the American Psychological Association.

ZERO TO THREE is the nation's leading resource on the first three years of life. It was founded 25 years ago to support the emotional, social and intellectual development of our nation's babies and toddlers.

 Young Children and Trauma: Intervention and Treatment

Dr. Joy Osofsky

Presenting state-of-the-art knowledge and treatment approaches for working with very young children affected by trauma, this book fills a crucial need for mental health professionals and child welfare advocates. Readers gain an understanding of the impact of severe stress on infants, toddlers, and preschoolers; how trauma disrupts crucial early relationships; and ways to collaborate with parents, other caregivers, and broader support systems to facilitate healing and prevent further traumatization. Guidelines are provided for conducting effective assessments and intervening with vulnerable children and families in traditional mental health contexts and in pediatric, legal, and community settings. Giving particular attention to the needs of children who have been neglected or abused, the book also addresses other forms of trauma, including illness, injury, exposure to domestic and community violence, and parental loss.

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 A Woman's Guide to Living with HIV Infection

Dr. Rebecca A. Clark, Dr. Robert T. Maupin Jr. and Dr. Jill Hayes Hammer

Written by three experts with extensive experience helping people with HIV/AIDS, A Woman's Guide to Living with HIV Infection is a medically informational, comprehensive, and deeply compassionate resource for women with HIV and their families and friends. While addressing the entire range of health and emotional issues faced by people with HIV, the authors cover topics of special interest to women-gynecologic disorders, reproductive choices, contraception, and pregnancy.

The authors offer clear advice on these and other crucial topics:

• Testing for HIV and coping with the diagnosis
• Finding a physician and preparing for the first visit
• Recognizing symptoms and preventing complications
• Understanding the latest treatment options, including new medical research and clinical trials
• Coping with gynecological infections and STDs
• Considering pregnancy and birth control
• Assuring breast, bone, and heart health
• Treating drug and alcohol dependence
• Dealing with partner violence and abuse

Also included are lists of recommended books, support groups, Web sites, and other resources for people with HIV. The practical advice in this book can help the thousands of women diagnosed with HIV every year lead to fuller and healthier lives

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