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Apr 06, 2024

World Psychiatric Association Statement on Terrorist Attacks || October 2023

By 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

WPA News

Apr 06, 2024

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

By WPA

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…

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.

WPA News

Apr 05, 2024

WPA Extends Support to Those Affected by Recent Earthquake in Taiwan

By WPA

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…

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.

WPA News

Apr 05, 2024

WPA Review - 2024 Q1 eNewsletter is now published!

By WPA

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…

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.

WPA News

Mar 07, 2024

Celebrate World Bipolar Day: Breaking Barriers and Building Awareness

By WPA

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…

We are pleased to announce that the Q4 2023 edition of the WPA Review has now been published! Similar to previous releases, all WPA members will receive the eNewsletter via email, featuring concise reports submitted by our esteemed members worldwide. Additionally, you can access this edition (as well as past editions) of the eNewsletter here. The WPA Review - Q4 2023 includes a wide range of reports, highlighting the latest developments and events since our previous edition.

WPA News

Jan 12, 2024

WPA Review - 2023 Q4 eNewsletter is now published!

By WPA

In this first edition of the eNewsletter under Prof. Danuta Wasserman, WPA\'s new President, she includes an introduction to the Action Plan for her triennium.…