Raj Persaud - Raj Persaud is a Consultant Psychiatrist and Senior Lecturer at The Maudsley Hospitals and Institute of Psychiatry in London which are the leading teaching, research and clinical institutions in psychiatry in Europe.
He also holds a degree in psychology that he obtained with First Class Honours, and in addition he has been awarded over eight degrees and diplomas including a Master's in Statistics.
He has been recognized for the innovative nature of his research by the receipt of numerous academic awards and prizes including the prestigious Royal College of Psychiatrists Research Medal and Prize and The Maudsley Hospital's own Denis Hill Prize plus the exclusive medical award, the Osler Medal.
What is it about happiness that makes it so elusive for most of us and yet seemingly so simple for some? Is it a matter of how we approach our lives, or is it just luck in how we find the world?
Psychiatrist, Dr Raj Persaud, investigates the elements that contribute or conflict with the pursuit of happiness and considers how best to reach this ultimate goal.- Gresham College
I think there are cognitive measures we can take to help keep events and expectations related to life in perspective. This presentation offered a valuable tool via a 'science to happiness' methodology depicting how to find balance aka happiness - it begs the question, why do we do what we do, and how often we do review our requirements and success for happiness.
I thoroughly enjoyed Raj's talk! It was very entertaining, informative and provocative. It made me laugh and think, all at the same time - that is impressive. I have since become a fan of this gentleman!