EMH Conference
Our annual conference brings together leading experts at the University of Edinburgh to discuss their latest research on mental health. The interdisciplinary event facilitates discussions on the latest advancements in mental health research, promotes cross-departmental collaboration, and provides valuable networking opportunities.
Our 2025 conference will take place on Friday 25 April at the South Hall Complex. The theme of this years conference is "Mental Health Research in an Uncertain World".
Registration
Registration is now open! To improve sustainability of the network and reduce the rate of no-shows, we've introduced a nominal £5 registration fee for staff and external members this year. This fee is waived for students; however, registration is still required to attend.
Submissions
Submissions are being accepted until Friday 07 March. Posters and papers may explore, but are not limited to, the following themes or topics:
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The psychological impact of global changes, challenges, and crises (e.g., climate change, cost of living crisis, forced migration, housing crisis, pandemics, political instability, social media, technology changes)
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The intersection of technology and mental health care delivery, access, and outcomes (e.g., digital tools, telehealth, AI)
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Resilience, coping strategies, and mental health recovery in times of uncertainty
The topics listed above are intended as suggestions, not strict guidelines. We welcome all submissions and encourage individuals to apply if their work broadly fits within the scope of this year's theme.
Venue
The venue is conveniently located within the Pollock Estate at the University.
South Hall Complex
18 Holyrood Park Road,
Edinburgh, EH16 5AR
For more information about the venue, including an accessibility guide, please visit their webpage.
Questions
If you have any questions about this year’s conference or call for papers, please contact our Network Coordinator, MacKenzie Robertson, at mrober27@ed.ac.uk.
Inaugural
Conference (2022)
Our first conference showcased the wide range of mental health research being conducted across various disciplines in Edinburgh and provided an opportunity for members to offer input on how the network operates and can best benefit everyone at the University.