REPORT FROM THE 37TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF THE STRESS AND ANXIETY RESEARCH SOCIETY (STAR): “STRESS AND ANXIETY IN A CHANGING SOCIETY”, ZAGREB (CROATIA), JULY 6-8, 2016
Journal Title: The Polish Journal of Aviation Medicine, Bioengineering and Psychology - Year 2016, Vol 22, Issue 1
Abstract
The 37th International Conference organized by the Stress and Anxiety Research Society (STAR) took place on 6-8th of July in Zagreb, Croatia. The aim of the annual STAR conferences is the presentation of and discussion on the new theoretical and practical achievements in the field of stress, anxiety and coping. The conference is attended by international experts and especially by psychologists. The discussed topics often involve current social and political problems. An emphasis is put on presenting research that could contribute to a better understanding of human functioning under difficult conditions, which could have practical implications. The topic of this year’s conference was Stress and Anxiety in a Changing Society.
Authors and Affiliations
Monika M. Małkiewicz, Jan F. Terelak
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