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This Interactive Discussion / Poster Session will begin with a short introduction in which each poster presenter will describe the question and short outcome of their work in a 90-second oral presentation. Following the introduction participants will have the opportunity for individual discussion about the posters.
Presentations
The Resilience Of Syrian Refugees Residing In Different Countries
Samar Issmailová
The Institute of Social Sciences of the CSPS, SAS, Košice + Faculty of Arts UPJŠ, Košice, Slovak Republic
This qualitative study aimed to explore factors of resilience and barriers to it among Syrian refugees residing in Germany, Türkiye, and Czechia. The results support the socio-ecological model of resilience, highlighting its multidimensional nature with an interplay between individual, social, and macro-level factors.
Relationship Between Family Mental Health Problems and Substance Use Disorders
Leire Leza1,2, Ana M. Sánchez-Torres1,2, José J. López-Goñi1,2, Alfonso Arteaga1,2, Javier Fernandez-Montalvo1,2
1Universidad Publica de Navarra, Spain; 2IdiSNA. Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria de Navarra. Spain
This case-control study explored the relationship between family (parents and/or siblings) mental health problems (FMHP) and lifetime substance use disorder (SUD), considering a gender perspective. The prevalence of FMHP was 26.9%, without significant differences between men and women. FMHP were associated with lifetime psychopathological problems.
Psychosocial Determinants of Retirement Location Choices and Mental Well-Being Among Older Internal Migrants in India
Sai Sudha Saini1, Nithya Sriram2, Dr. Chinu Agrawal3
1SAM GLOBAL UNIVERSITY, BHOPAL, INDIA, India; 2SAM GLOBAL UNIVERSITY, BHOPAL, INDIA, India; 3Feeling Minds, India
This study examines the psychological well-being of older internal migrants in India, aged 55-65, focusing on social, environmental, and health factors impacting retirement decisions and quality of life. Through qualitative analysis, it reveals influences like familiarity, support networks, and challenges such as cultural differences, underscoring the need for adaptive organizational initiatives.
Internet-delivered, Self-directed Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Anxiety, Depression, and Wellbeing: A Randomized Controlled Study in the Middle East
1United Arab Emirates University, United Arab Emirates; 2Sultan Qaboos University, Sultanate of Oman
College students are at heightened risk for anxiety and depression, especially in Middle Eastern contexts where sociocultural barriers limit help-seeking. A 4-module online ACT program was developed and tested, showing significant reductions in anxiety and improved wellbeing, demonstrating the feasibility of internet-based interventions in this setting.
