Introduction
ASEAN Regional Union of Psychological Societies is the collaboration of the psychological associations/societies from ASEAN countries. The union aims to create mutual exchange and learning in the field of psychological science and to develop academic and professional standards as well as practical applications for the betterment of societies.The Congresss main theme for the present meeting is Psychology for the Well-being of Humanity with the aim of creating awareness of the importance of psychology and promoting well-being for humanity in the time of increasing violence around the world.
Purposes
1.To create mutual exchange and sharing of knowledge and expertise among psychologists and academic professionals from ASEAN and other countries.
2.To create future collaboration in the development of psychological science among ASEAN and other countries.
3.To create an awareness for the importance of psychology in modern societies.
Theme
"Psychology for the Well-being of Humanity"
Who should attend
All researchers, mental health practitioners (e.g. , nurses, social workers, psychiatrists, Psychologists, etc.) post graduate and under graduate students, and individuals who are interested in mental health.
Topics
- Psychology and the Well-being of Humanity
- Psychology of Sufficiency and Sufficient Living
By Mr. Wiwat Salakamtorn, The President of the Agri-Nature Foundation
- PsychologicalReligious Perspectives and the Well-being of Humanity
By The Most Venerable Professor Dr. Phra Dharmakosajarn, The Rector Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University
- Peace and Love as the Bases for the Well-being of Humanity
By Mr. Phranai Suwannarat, Thailands Deputy Permanent Secretary for Interior
- Global Warming and the Roles of Psychologists
By Mr. Wutthichai Sithipreedanan, The Communication Director of the Electricity Generating Public Company Limited
- Psychological Issues of Contemporary Interests
- Toward the Well-being of Humanity
By the ARUPS Presidents
