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EPA speaks on Digital Violence and Women’s Mental Health at the European Parliament

The European Parliament’s Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality (FEMM) and Committee on Public Health (SANT) have held a joint Hearing on “Digital violence and women’s mental health”, on Thursday, 11 December 2025. The hearing featured a presentation by…

EPA presents Headway Report on Mental Health at the European Parliament

Prof. Andrea Fiorillo, EPA President, and Prof. Celso Arango, EPA President Elect presented the latest edition of the Headway – Mental Health Index 5.0 on “Care, Cohesion, and Growth: Advancing Mental Health through the Wellbeing Economy” at the European Parliament…

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The EPA co-signs the SIP Joint Statement on ICD-11

The EPA is delighted to co-sign the Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Joint Statement, a document that outlines the importance of ICD-11 for healthcare systems and provides key recommendations for EU and national policymakers to ensure its timely implementation across…

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Women’s voices against violence – International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

Every year, 25 November marks a day dedicated to raising awareness about violence against women. Each year, the need to speak out and take action grows more urgent, as violence against women shows no sign of decreasing. “Today, and every…

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Membership Welcome Survey 2025 – Results

In 2025, the EPA conducted a Membership Welcome Survey, in order to gather insights to improve onboarding, integration and support for new EPA members. This feedback can help us understand better what our members need and how we can act…

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Involuntary treatment in mental healthcare: an accepted manuscript

Involuntary treatment in mental healthcare represents a complex intersection of clinical necessity and human rights. Across Europe, diverse legal frameworks define when and how coercive measures may be used, yet the protection of patient dignity and autonomy remains a shared…

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World Hospice and Palliative Care Day – Interview with Cécile Hanon and Jens Benninghoff

The World Hospice and Palliative Care Day aims to increase awareness of hospice and palliative care, which are critical services that enhance the quality of life for those with life-limiting conditions. Today’s focus is on the compassionate care offered by…

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The EPA represented at the Congress of the Polish Psychiatric Association

At the recent congress of the Polish Psychiatric Association in Krakow (4-8 September 2025), the EPA was represented at the highest level. The President, Prof. Andrea Fiorillo, the Past-President, Prof. Geert Dom, Ethics Committee member and former EPA President, Prof….

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