Mental Health World Conference 2026

Scientific Sessions

Diagnosis and Treatment of Mood Disorders

This session at the Mental Health World Conference (MHWC 2026) will examine the latest advancements in the multimodal treatment, clinical classification, and diagnosis of mood disorders across the lifespan. International experts will gather for this session to discuss new biomarkers, advances in pharmacologic and psychotherapies, and subtleties in diagnosis. Particular attention will be paid to evidence-based practices, new therapies for refractory depression, digital tool monitoring, and care modalities that are culturally sensitive. Practical information on improving outcomes for a variety of populations, such as adolescents, older adults, and people with comorbid disorders, will be given to participants.

Related Sessions

Diagnosis and Treatment of Mood Disorders
Schizophrenia and Psychotic Spectrum Disorders
Anxiety, OCD, and Trauma-Related Disorders
Substance Use Disorders and Dual Diagnosis
Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention
Neurodevelopmental Disorders: ADHD, Autism, and Learning Disabilities
Geriatric Psychiatry and Cognitive Disorders
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry: Emerging Trends
AI and Machine Learning in Mental Health Prediction
Change Mechanisms and Individualized Therapy
Intersectionality and Mental Health: Race, Gender, Identity, and Class
Mental Health in Special Populations
Epigenetics and Mental Health: From Mechanism to Intervention
Climate Change, Eco-Anxiety, and Psychological Resilience
Mental Health Economics and Health Systems Integration
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies: Clinical Trials and Ethical Frontiers
Grief, Bereavement, and Complicated Loss
Mental Health and Nutrition
Workplace Mental Health and Organizational Psychology
Legal, Ethical, and Human Rights Issues in Mental Health
Spirituality, Religion, and Mental Well-being
Digital Addiction and Mental Health in the Tech Age