Preventive Psychiatry
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The Section of Preventive Psychiatry brings together a global network of psychiatrists and psychiatry trainees undertaking research, teaching/ learning, clinical practice, and a diverse range of actions framed by a mental health promotion and preventive approach.
The Section’s main goal is to contribute to the development of strong, thriving, inclusive, and diverse communities, taking a multi-factorial, multi-level approach to mental health. It aims to prevent the occurrence and reduce the incidence and impact of mental health disorders worldwide and advance mental health promotion oriented and evidence-based programs and practices. Through a broad scope of action, the Section promotes discussion, research, teaching, practice, action, and dissemination of evidence-based information focused on preventing mental disorders and increasing people’s control over the elements that determine their mental health and wellbeing.
Section Officers
Chair:
Olga Karpenko
Address:
Mental-health Clinic No. 1 named after N.A. Alexeev
Zagorodnoe shosse 2, Moscow, Russia
E-mail: drkarpenko@gmail.com

Co-Chair:

Uttam Garg
Address: Garg Medical Complex M G Road Dhakran Crossing Agra 282010 India
Phone: +91 9837063178
E-mail: uttamcgarg@gmail.com
Secretary

Rodrigo Ramalho
Address: The University of Auckland,
Private Bag 92019,
Auckland 1142,
New Zealand
Email: r.ramalho@auckland.ac.nz
>> Please click here to see the Section Members list
Section News
Section Activity Report 2020-2023
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Christodoulou, N. and Karpenko, O. (2025), The WPA Section on Preventive Psychiatry: report on 2014-2024 activities. World Psychiatry, 24: 150-151. https://doi.org/10.1002/wps.21297
Recommended Reading
Physical activity and exercise for the prevention and management of mild cognitive impairment and dementia: a collaborative international guideline: https://doi.org/10.1007/s41999-023-00858-y
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Mental health prevention and promotion: https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2022.898009
WPA Healthy Lifestyle Hub: https://www.wpanet.org/healthy-lifestyles-hub
