REPORT FROM THE 31ST EUROPEAN HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY SOCIETY (EHPS) INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE: “INNOVATIVE IDEAS IN HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY”, PADUA (ITALY), 2017
Journal Title: The Polish Journal of Aviation Medicine, Bioengineering and Psychology - Year 2017, Vol 23, Issue 2
Abstract
31. The International Scientific Conference organized by the European Health Psychology Society (EHPS) took place from August 29th to September 2nd in Padua, Italy. The aim of the annual EHPS Conference is to present and discuss the latest theoretical and practical achievements in the field of health psychology in an international group of representatives of the world of science, among whom are primarily psychologists. Particular emphasis is placed on the presentation of the latest ideas and the evaluation of the effectiveness of different methods of intervention. This year's EHPS Conference on “Innovative Ideas in Health Psychology” was inaugurated by Prof. Sabina Cipolleta. During her speech she presented, among others, special guests: Prof. Fabio Lucidi, Prof. Sherry Pagoto, Prof. Rory O’Connor i Prof. Anmarie Cano. It is worth noting that during this year's EHPS Conference almost 700 scientists from 47 countries presented the results of their research. 22 symposia, 43 thematic sessions and 3 poster sessions took place. Polish scientists, comprised of 20 active participants of the conference, presented mainly posters. In addition, they delivered 10 reports in thematic sessions.
Authors and Affiliations
Monika M. Małkiewicz
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