Despoina Drivakou
Aristotle University , Greece
Biography
Despoina Drivakou is a Psychologist, trained in systemic approach psychotherapy. She earned her MSc at the Medical School of Thessaloniki in Epidemiology and Public Health and is pursuing her studies as a PhD candidate in Psychology of Health. She is a private practice Pshychologist in Thessaloniki, working with couples, families and individuals. She is a member of academic staff in QMU- Deparment in Thessaloniki and is Instructor of Health and Welfare and Public Health Practices. She takes care of people with dementia in a care home for elderly people. The areas of trauma, PTSD, ADHD and quality of life for elderly people are her scientific and clinical interest. She is Member of Systemic Company of Northern Greece and ELPSE. She is the Founder and President of the NGO EP7A that aims to prevention and health education of people.
Abstract
Abstract : The odyssey of a patient in the mental health system