About the Journal
The International Conference on Health Practice and Research (ICHPR). is an annual conference organized by STIKES Telogorejo Semarang. This event serves as a platform for researchers to present and publish their findings while fostering global discussions on critical health issues.This year's theme, "Building Mental Health Awareness to Enhance The Quality of Life," highlights the importance of mental health in improving overall well-being and productivity. Mental health awareness is crucial in preventing mental disorders, reducing stigma, and ensuring access to proper care and support. Addressing mental health issues effectively will contribute to better health outcomes and social development.
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The 6th International Conference on Health Practice and Research (ICHPR) is an annual conference organized by STIKES Telogorejo Semarang. This event serves as a platform for researchers to present and publish their findings while fostering global discussions on critical health issues.
This year's theme, "Building Mental Health Awareness to Enhance The Quality of Life," highlights the importance of mental health in improving overall well-being and productivity. Mental health awareness is crucial in preventing mental disorders, reducing stigma, and ensuring access to proper care and support. Addressing mental health issues effectively will contribute to better health outcomes and social development.
Mental health has become a global concern, affecting people from all walks of life, regardless of age, background, or socioeconomic status. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly one billion people worldwide suffer from some form of mental disorder. The ongoing challenges related to stress, anxiety, and depression, exacerbated by the rapid changes in society, emphasize the need for collaborative efforts to improve mental well-being.
Therefore, this international conference aims to facilitate interprofessional collaboration, innovative approaches, and policy discussions to enhance mental health awareness and support systems.
On behalf of the organizing committee, we extend our deepest appreciation to the speakers:
- Dr. (H.C) Irwan Hidayat (Director of PT. Sido Muncul)
- Prof. Dr. Muhammad Najib Mohamad Alwi (MCU Clinical Centre of Excellence (MyCeLL))
- Dr. Khadizah Binti Haji Abdul Mumin (Universiti Brunei Darussalam)
- Ma. Conception T. Sim, RPh, MS Pharm (Trinity University of Asia)
- Prof. Madya Dr. Mohd Haidzir Abd Manaf –(UiTM Selangor Branch, Sungai Buloh & Selayang Campus)
- Dr. Ns. Dayat Trihadi, M.Kep., Sp.Kep.J – (Department of Nursing, STIKES Telogorejo Semarang)
- Mianti Nurrizky Sutejo, S.Fis, M.P.H (Department of Physiotherapy, STIKES Telogorejo Semarang)
- apt. Anak Agung Pradnya Paramitha (Department of Pharmacy, STIKES Telogorejo Semarang)
- Kristina Maharani, S.ST.Keb., M.Tr.Keb (Department of Midwifery, STIKES Telogorejo Semarang)
We hope that this conference will bring new insights, inspire collaboration, and contribute to better mental health practices globally.