1st Annual Conference on Advancing Mental Health through Contemporary Psychological Approaches

Association for Psychological Sciences and Practice (APSP), India, has announced its first annual conference on the theme “Advancing Mental Health through Contemporary Psychological Approaches” being held on 13th & 14th March 2026. The venue of the conference is offline at Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Department of Psychology. 

The conference aims to bring together students, professionals, scholars, and academicians to present their research work that focuses on contemporary psychological issues (empirical research, theoretical frameworks, innovative practices). It also includes discussions on challenges faced in the field, such as a lack of regulation, inadequate policy implementation, and underrecognition of sub-domains beyond clinical psychology. Thus, encouraging interdisciplinary dialogue. 

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Sub-themes for Paper submission 

The following are the sub-themes shared by the APSP to submit the abstract for conference presentation –

Mental Health Across the Lifespan 

• Child and adolescent mental health
• Mental health and academic stress in youth 
• Work Life balance and Mental Health for Adults
• Geriatric Mental Health (Ageing and Cognition) 

Counselling and Clinical Psychology 

• Psychological interventions 
• Mood Disorder, Anxiety, and depression
• Stress, Trauma, and Coping Mechanisms

Dimensions of Mental Health (Social and Cultural)

• Collective and Community Responsibility
• Mental well-being and family dynamics 
• Identity, Gender, and Mental Health 
• Discrimination, stigma, and help-seeking behaviour
• Indigenous Healing practices (cultural beliefs and spirituality) 
• Community-based rehabilitation and capacity building 

Mental Health in Educational Institutes (Schools and Colleges) 

• Performance anxiety, examination stress, burnout, and academic motivation 
• Inclusive education and learning challenges 
• Capacity building and mental health promotion 

Mental health and digital Psychology 

• Social media use, technology and psychologicam well being 
• Addictive Behaviours ( Internet Addiction) 
• E-counselling, mental health applications and Artificial Intelligence 
• Digitalisation of mental health services and ethical concerns 

Organisational and Occupational Mental Health 

• Job satisfaction and workplace stress 
• Resilience, burnout and role stress 
• Mental health of healthcare workers, caregivers, and teachers 
• Organisational support system and employees well being 
• Mental Health in the Armed Forces 

Life style factors and Health Psychology 

• Coping for mental health (stress, sleep and resilience)
• Psychological adjustments and Chronic illness 
• Preventive Psychology and health behaviour changes 
• Positive Psychological Intervention, including Mindfulness and Yoga 

Contemporary Issues 

• Redefining mental health in the modern era 
• Pandemics and disasters impact mental health 
• Behavioural addiction and substance abuse 
• Mental Health concerns of the LGBTQAI+ community 
• Global Well-being and Sustainable Lifestyle 
• Policy perspective in light of public health 

Abstract submission 

The following points need to be considered while submitting an abstract:

• The abstract must be based on Empirical Research (Qualitative/ Quantitative/ Experimental)
• Submission must align with the theme of the conference and any sub-themes 
• It must be the original work of the author/s, and a maximum of four authors can submit one Abstract 
• Only one presenter per paper is permitted 
• The abstract should include title, author/s, institution affiliation, background, objectives, hypothesis, design, sampling, data collection, results, implications, and 5 keywords.
• The abstract would go through peer review for quality and sustainability 

Note – Selected papers will be considered for publication in a reputed ISBN volume.

Abstract Submission Email – apspcon2026@gmail.com 

Important Dates 

• Late date to submit Abstract – 10th February 2026 
• Early Bird Registration – till 20th February 2026
• Regular Registration – till 28th February 2026 

Registration Fees 

Non-APSP members

• Students (UG, PG) & Research Scholars 

1. Early Birds – 1200/- 
2. Regular – 1600/- 
3. Spot – 2500/- 

• Faculty and Professionals 

1. Early Birds – 2500/- 
2. Regular – 2800/- 
3. Spot – 3000/-

Non-APSP members (upto 25 % waiver)

• Students (UG, PG) & Research Scholars 

1. Early Birds – 900/- 
2. Regular – 1200/- 
3. Spot – 2500/- 

• Faculty and Professionals 

1. Early Birds – 2000/-
2. Regular – 2500/- 
3. Spot – 3000/-

Accompanying Personal 

Students (UG, PG) & Research Scholars 

1. Early Birds – 800/- 
2. Regular – 1200/- 
3. Spot – 2000/- 

Note – the accompanying individual would not recieve certificate and conference kit. 

APSP member Registration link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4ApbpmDuA99Q3OFH9XKnSFwILkLa5zzU6uj9mNUuwwsUMEw/viewform

For Conference Registration:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbZd_Af-WAJ4dXAET2TMRjtX7P_l0svfdRGoeW5ogApMBIWA/viewform