Abstract Presentations
Cutting-edge research selected for presentation at MHC 2026
Call for Abstracts
8th Mental Health Conference Zambia
Mental Health Conference Zambia
Theme: “Strengthening Family Systems for Mental Wellness”
Call for
ABSTRACTS
Abstracts should be:
- Academic Research
- Case Studies
- Audits
- Systematic Reviews
- Best Practice Articles
- Max 400 Words
Abstract submission ends on the 30th of June, 2026
SUBMIT ›abstracts@mhczambia.org
Abstract submissions that do not follow
the guidelines will not be accepted
Mulungushi International Conference Centre
1st & 2nd October 2026
08:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Submission Guidelines
Before submitting, read the full guidelines. Abstracts must be structured correctly (academic or non-academic format), under 400 words, and include required author details. Submissions that do not follow the guidelines will not be accepted.
Max length
400 words
Format
Structured headings
Types accepted
Research, Case Studies, Audits, Reviews
Presentation
Oral or Poster
Deadline
30 June 2026
Acknowledgement
Within 48 hours
Neural Correlates of Mindfulness in Major Depressive Disorder: A Longitudinal fMRI Study
Dr. Sarah Park, PhD
Stanford University
This study examines prefrontal cortex activity changes in 84 MDD patients following 8-week MBSR intervention using longitudinal fMRI analysis. Results indicate significant increases in left PFC activation correlating with symptom reduction (p<0.001), providing neurobiological evidence for mindfulness as an adjunct treatment.
Community-Based Mental Health Peer Support: A Randomized Controlled Trial in Urban Settings
Dr. Marcus Webb, MD
University of Chicago
This RCT (n=312) evaluated a structured peer support program versus standard care for adults with SMI in three Chicago neighborhoods. Peer support participants showed 40% reduction in psychiatric hospitalizations, 55% improvement in social functioning, and significantly higher treatment engagement at 12-month follow-up.
The Impact of Social Media on Adolescent Body Image and Anxiety: A Meta-Analysis of 52 Studies
Prof. Aisha Coleman
New York University
Analysis of 52 peer-reviewed studies (n=89,000+) finds consistent, significant associations between passive social media use and elevated body dissatisfaction (d=0.67) and anxiety (d=0.54) in adolescents 13–18. Active use showed negligible effects. Implications for school-based digital wellness curricula are discussed.
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy for Treatment-Resistant Depression: 2-Year Follow-Up Outcomes
Dr. Daniel Levine, MD, PhD
Yale School of Medicine
2-year follow-up of 67 TRD patients who received KAP protocol. 54% maintained response at 24 months vs. 12% in standard ketamine-only group. Integration sessions emerged as the strongest predictor of sustained remission, supporting psychotherapy as a critical adjunct to KAP protocols.