Adjusting to Vision Loss: The Psychological Journey
In this Live Q&A event, Dr Sau Kuan (Janet) Cheong will explore the psychological journey people go through when experiencing vision loss.
Dr Cheong will also share how psychologists can support people diagnosed with vision impairment to adjust to the change in their lifestyle.
Topic: Adjusting to Vision Loss: The Psychological Journey
Date: Tuesday 19th August
Time: 07:00 PM AEST
To watch this event on YouTube and participate in the discussion please register now.
✨ About the speaker ✨
Dr Sau Kuan (Janet) Cheong is a Clinical Psychologist practising at Guide Dogs Queensland.
She obtained her Bachelor in Psychology and her Masters in Clinical Psychology at the National University of Malaysia. Dr Cheong graduated with her PhD from the Australian Catholic University. Her doctoral research investigated the self-concept of preadolescent children with cerebral palsy.
Dr Cheong supports clients and their families through different periods of adjustment at varying stages of vision loss. Through this process, many people with low vision or blindness navigate changes in their lives aiming to create a fulfilling life.
