Mental and Behavioural Health

Mental and behavioural health influences individual wellbeing, social participation and population health. This session explores mental-health promotion, common disorders, psychosocial factors, behavioural risks, suicide prevention, stigma, service access and community-based approaches to prevention, care and recovery.

Abstract Scope and Participation

Submissions may address depression, anxiety, stress, behavioural interventions, suicide prevention, mental-health systems, stigma reduction and psychosocial support. Researchers, clinicians, psychologists, social workers, public-health professionals, educators, community organizations and policymakers may present research and practice-based work.