Scientific Topics

The 18th World Congress of Biological Psychiatry will cover a wide range of cutting-edge topics in mental health. The program highlights both the latest scientific advances from biomarkers and precision psychiatry to novel therapeutic discoveries - and clinically relevant areas that impact patients worldwide.

We will explore the biological mechanisms underlying psychiatric disorders and their interactions with global challenges such as terrorism, climate change, and social factors, while also focusing on disorders of particular relevance to clinicians and researchers.

Psychotic & Mood Disorders

  • Psychoses, especially Schizophrenia
  • Mood disorders
  • Postpartum depression

Neurocognitive & Sleep Disorders

  • Dementia
  • Sleep disorders

Addiction & Mental Health

  • Addiction
  • Women’s mental health
  • Mental health consequences of terrorism

These carefully selected topics reflect the latest scientific advances and clinically relevant challenges in biological psychiatry, offering a unique opportunity to engage with leading experts and contribute to the global dialogue shaping the future of mental health care.

Scientific Highlights

Discover the core elements that shape the scientific programme of the 18th World Congress of Biological Psychiatry.

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