Track: Psychology and Psychiatry

The Intersection of Psychology
and Psychiatry
- Understanding how psychological and psychiatric
approaches complement each other in diagnosing and treating mental health
disorders.
- Exploring integrated models of care that combine
psychotherapy with medication management.
Psychopharmacology and
Therapeutic Approaches
- Advances in pharmacological treatments for common
psychiatric disorders (e.g., depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, bipolar
disorder).
- The role of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT),
dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and other evidence-based
psychotherapies in managing mental health conditions.
Mental Health and Neurobiology
- The neurobiological basis of psychiatric disorders
and how advancements in neuroimaging and neurophysiology contribute to
understanding conditions like schizophrenia, mood disorders, and
post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
- Exploring neuroplasticity and its potential for
improving outcomes through therapy and medication.
Psychiatric Disorders and
Comorbidity
- Understanding the high rates of comorbid mental
health conditions, such as depression with anxiety, or substance use
disorders with schizophrenia.
- Approaches to diagnosing and treating co-occurring
disorders using both psychological and pharmacological methods.
Early Diagnosis and Intervention
- The importance of early intervention in mental
health conditions, with a focus on the psychological and psychiatric
management of early-onset disorders like autism spectrum disorder (ASD),
schizophrenia, and depression.
- Screening tools and assessment techniques used in
early diagnosis.
Patient-Centered Care:
Integrating Psychosocial and Pharmacological Treatment
- Case studies demonstrating how psychiatrists and
psychologists collaborate to create individualized treatment plans.
- The role of family therapy and community-based
interventions in promoting long-term recovery.
Technology in Mental Health Care
- The rise of telemedicine, digital health tools,
and mental health apps in psychological and psychiatric care.
- How artificial intelligence (AI) and machine
learning are being used to improve diagnosis, treatment planning, and
patient outcomes.
Ethical and Cultural
Considerations in Treatment
- Addressing the ethical challenges in treating
mental health patients, including informed consent, confidentiality, and
patient autonomy.
- Understanding how cultural competence and
socioeconomic factors influence the treatment and outcomes of
psychological and psychiatric care.
Learning Outcomes:
- Gain insights into the integration of psychological
and psychiatric approaches in treating complex mental health conditions.
- Understand the latest advancements in
psychopharmacology and psychotherapy for a wide range of psychiatric
disorders.
- Learn how technology and multidisciplinary
approaches are transforming mental health care.
- Develop a better understanding of how to address
comorbidity and provide holistic care for patients with mental health
conditions.
Scientific Highlights
- Psychology and Psychiatry
- Psychology of Brain Aging and Emotional Well-Being
- Psychopathology
- Psychiatric Immunology and Physiological Psychology
- Cognitive and Behavioural Science
- Psychopharmacology and Pharmacotherapy
- AI and Machine Learning in Mental Health
- Psychological Interventions
- Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy
- Psychological Case Studies in Mental Health
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Women's Mental Health
- Health, Stress, and Coping
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Intellectual Disabilities
- Psychology Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health
- Stroke, Trauma, and Epilepsy
- Applied Psychology
- Clinical Trials and New Frontiers in Psychotherapy