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Like World Mental Health Day (WMHD), celebrated annually on the 10th of October, Mental Health Week has become widely recognised throughout many European countries. Taking place during Mental Health Awareness Month, this year, Mental Health Awareness Week runs Monday 13 to Sunday 19 May 2024, with the theme “Movement: moving for our mental health.”

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World Psychiatric Association Celebrates Mental Health Awareness Week 2024

The event represents a commitment to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilise efforts in support of mental health. According…

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World Psychiatric Association Statement on Terrorist Attacks || October 2023

Par Submitted on behalf of Executive Committee, WPA

The recent horrifying terrorist attacks in Israel, with their unimaginable slaughter and hostage-taking leads to unfathomable consequences. It also evokes memories of targeted terrorist attacks,…

WPA offers support to those affected by the devastating situation in Turkey and Syria and asks WPA member societies and components for their support and attention for relief work

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WPA offers support to those affected by the devastating situation in Turkey and Syria

On the 6th of February 2023, an earthquake struck southern and central Turkey, and northern and western Syria. At the epicentre (Kahramanmaraş), the quake measured…

We are thrilled to share that the latest edition of the WPA Review for Q1 2024 is now available! Similar to past editions, all WPA members will receive this eNewsletter via email, featuring concise reports from our esteemed members around the globe. Additionally, you can access this edition, along with previous ones, on our website. The Q1 2024 issue of the WPA Review includes a wide range of reports, highlighting the latest developments and events from our WPA components as well as news about a new WPA collaboration with the United Nations Secretariat – Department of Economic and Social Affairs, Division for Sustainable Development Goals.

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WPA Review - 2024 Q1 eNewsletter is now published!

This is the first activity to come from this collaboration is the launch of the 2024 WPA Medical Student Essay Competition on the theme of…

In the wake of Taiwan’s biggest earthquake in 25 years, the World Psychiatric Association (WPA) extends its heartfelt support to those affected by this tragedy. With many thousands stranded, injured, or worse, the aftermath of the earthquake presents immense challenges, not only to physical recovery but also to mental health and psychosocial well-being.

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WPA Extends Support to Those Affected by Recent Earthquake in Taiwan

Following any natural disasters, the risk of mental health issues rises significantly. Experiencing trauma, coupled with disruptions to social support networks and basic amenities, can…

The 30th of March marks an important day on the global calendar – World Bipolar Day (WBD). This initiative was born out of a council meeting of the Asian Network of Bipolar Disorder (ANBD) in 2013, at which Prof. Pichet Udomratn proposed a date to bring worldwide attention to bipolar disorder. The choice of March 30th is significant as it coincides with the birthday of the renowned artist Vincent Van Gogh, believed to have suffered from bipolar disorder.

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Celebrate World Bipolar Day: Breaking Barriers and Building Awareness

World Bipolar Day has gained momentum since its inception in 2014, with organisations and individuals from over 38 countries participating in more than 136 documented…

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