Defining Health - How Health and Disease Are Defined in Societies

Explore a thought-provoking panel discussion examining the role of gender in defining health and disease across societies. Delve into how different cultures conceptualize physical and mental health, allocate healthcare responsibilities, and understand risk factors and resilience. Hear from expert speakers including Jane Ussher on women's health psychology, Catherine Panter-Brick on anthropology and global affairs, and Nate Greenslit on the history of science. Gain insights into the social science perspective on health definitions and the complex interplay between gender, society, and wellbeing. Conclude with a stimulating Q&A session moderated by Arthur Kleinman, offering further exploration of these critical topics in global health and anthropology.

Welcome by Arthur Kleinman, Esther and Sidney Rabb Professor, Department of Anthropology, Harvard University; Professor of Medical Anthropology in Global Health and Social Medicine and Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School; Victor and William Fung Director of the Asia Center, Harvard University
Jane Ussher, Professor of Women's Health Psychology, Centre for Health Research, School of Medicine, University of Western Sydney
Catherine Panter-Brick, Professor of Anthropology, Health, and Global Affairs, Department of Anthropology, Yale University
Nate Greenslit, Lecturer on the History of Science, Department of the History of Science, Harvard University
Q&A moderated by Arthur Kleinman