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Unmet Needs and Opportunities of Psychopharmacology in Chidren & Adolescents: The Lancet Psychiatry Position Paper is out!
The Lancet Psychiatry Journal published on 7 December, 2023 its position paper “Psychopharmacology in Chilrden and Adolescents : Unmet needs and opportunities”. It focuses on psychopharmacology in children and adolescents, discussing the unmet needs and opportunities in this area, highlighting current challenges and potential advancements in treating mental health conditions.
Health Council urges Member States to address mental health as a matter of urgency
In a landmark decision, the Council of the European Union has approved a set of comprehensive conclusions on mental health, marking a significant step forward in the EU’s approach to this critical issue.
Bringing together the pieces of Peer Support – Virtual Workshop
As part of the Peer Support Project, GAMIAN-Europe hosted its second workshop on the 15th of November, 2023, focusing on the essential aspects of peer support, training, and supervision, highlighting their significance in mental health care.
GAMIAN-Europe in Brain Innovation Days 2023: Pioneering Discussions on Mental Health
GAMIAN-Europe played a pivotal role in this year’s Brain Innovation Days by contributing to two high-impact sessions on art in mental health and on patient involvement in cross-disciplinary work.
Virtual Workshop on the Integration of Peer Support in Mental Health
As the challenges in mental support are rising, peer support appears as a useful tool. Join our virtual workshop on the 26th of October and find out how peer support can be integrated in mental health services for optimising patients’ treatment and reintegration to society.
Connecting and Collaborating: GAMIAN-Europe’s Coffee Table Sessions
Since September this year, GAMIAN-Europe has been fostering a sense of community and collaboration among its members through a series of informal discussions. These sessions aim to bring members closer together, facilitate mutual understanding, and provide a platform...
High-Level Conference on Mental Health Hosted in Brussels on World Mental Health Day
On the 10th of October 2023, the European Commission held their event 'An EU comprehensive approach that prioritises sound mental health for all'. GAMIAN-Europe was in attendance and also had the honour of having artwork from their 'The Vibrant Mind: Exploring...
GAMIAN-Europe celebrated World Mental Health Day by hosting “The Human Storybook”
A Year in Review: A Resounding Call to Action in 2022 Last year, GAMIAN-Europe marked World Mental Health Day by sharing a compelling video that served as a call to action for policy-makers and change-makers across the European Union. We pressed for the need for a...
New Eurobarometer Survey Sheds Light on EU Citizens’ Views on Mental Health: A Call to Action for Policy Makers and Advocates
A recently conducted Flash Eurobarometer survey by the European Commission offers critical insights into the perspectives of EU citizens on mental health. The survey encompassed a representative sample of individuals aged 15 and over from each of the 27 EU Member...
GAMIAN-Europe Showcased Groundbreaking Mental Health Initiatives at ECNP Congress in Barcelona
GAMIAN-Europe once again was present at the annual ECNP Congress held in Barcelona from 7th to 10th October. We used the platform to disseminate our latest publications and promote our ongoing European projects that aim to innovate mental health care across the...
Exploring the Link Between Migraine and Mental Health in Women: Insights from the GAMIAN-Europe and EMHA Webinar
Migraines can deeply affect an individual's mental health, often in ways that go unspoken and overlooked. To shed light on this important issue, GAMIAN-Europe, in collaboration with the European Migraine and Headache Alliance (EMHA), recently launched a groundbreaking...
EU level mental health organisations call on EPSCO Council for concrete action on mental health
Today, on the occasion of the informal EPSCO Council, 6 organisations, active in the area of mental health representing mental health professionals, patients, carers and brain researchers, are calling on the Spanish Presidency to consider proposing concrete EU-level...
Webinar: Join GAMIAN-Europe and the European Migraine and Headache Alliance on the 21st of September!
GAMIAN-Europe and the European Migraine and Headache Alliance are thrilled to announce an upcoming webinar titled "Migraine and Mental Health: Addressing the Challenge." The online event, scheduled for the 21st of September at 11:00 CET, aims to unveil the coexistence...
GAMIAN-Europe’s Response to EU Commission’s ‘Comprehensive Approach to Mental Health’
On June 7th 2023, the European Commission released its mental health package called "A Comprehensive Approach to Mental Health'. The three guiding principles that they are focusing are: adequate and effective prevention access to high-quality and affordable mental...
Participate in an Important International Study on Public Mental Health
We're excited to announce a significant opportunity for our community! GAMIAN-Europe is collaborating with prestigious institutions including the European Psychiatric Association (EPA), World Psychiatric Association (WPA), World Organisation of Family Doctors (WONCA),...
Psych-STRATA website is live!
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the new website for the European-funded project, Psych-STRATA, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing treatment resistance in severe mental health disorders. The success of this project has the potential to...
The GAMIAN-Europe’s annual report 2022 is out. Don’t miss it!
After being approved by its members at the latest AGM in Bucharest, we are excited to present GAMIAN-Europe's 2022 Annual Report, a comprehensive document that captures the essence of our work throughout the past year. The report...
GAMIAN-Europe held its Annual General Assembly in Bucharest
GAMIAN-Europe’s 2023 Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Bucharest, Romania, on June 3rd and 4th was a resounding success. With participation from members across several countries including Finland, Greece, the Czech Republic, Portugal, the UK, Cyprus, and The...
Commission launches new Comprehensive Approach to Mental Health Initiative
We are happy to share the launch of the European Commission's Comprehensive Approach to Mental Health Initiative. This initiative is set to transform the way mental health is understood, promoted, and addressed across Europe. The initiative was launched with a call...
New Publication Spotlights Local Mental Health Efforts for #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek
GAMIAN-Europe has released a concise report on local mental health initiatives across Europe. Launched during #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek, the report gives an inside look at various grassroots projects improving mental health outcomes. Complementing the report are...