Title: The psychological aftermath of voluntary medical assistance after the terrorist attack on the brussels metro: who’s the doctor for the doctor?

Abstract:

On 2016 March 22th, the national airport and the metro in Brussels were the target of two successive terrorist attacks which killed 35 people and seriously injured hundreds of others. Due to my voluntary commitment near the Maelbeek metro station, I was left out in terms of acute psychosocial relief, since I was not involved in an organization such as fire brigade or police. Research shows that in the aftermath of a terrorist attack, healthcare providers directly involved in the rescue of these victims report a significantly higher psychological impact, defined by Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) symptoms, than those not directly involved. A number of victims and rescue workers exhibit a mixture of PTSD and mild Traumatic Brain Injury, which is a typical trauma-like brain concussion syndrome. Furthermore, unaffiliated volunteers seem to be at higher risk of posttraumatic stress, while professional rescue workers appear to be more protected. As a child psychiatrist in training, I quit my residency after the attack, and started a carreer in occupational medicine. In Brussels, I work with employers and employees who experienced this tragedy. In my presentation I give answers on the following questions: How did they deal with this event? What impact do these terrorist attacks still have, five years later? What are the lessons learned in the field of psychotrauma care in Belgium? And finally, I will tell you my story about the impact of the event in my doctor’s office, for my patients and likewise, for me as a doctor.

Biography:

On 2016 March 22th, the national airport and the metro in Brussels were the target of two successive terrorist attacks which killed 35 people and seriously injured hundreds of others. Due to my voluntary commitment near the Maelbeek metro station, I was left out in terms of acute psychosocial relief, since I was not involved in an organization such as fire brigade or police. Research shows that in the aftermath of a terrorist attack, healthcare providers directly involved in the rescue of these victims report a significantly higher psychological impact, defined by Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) symptoms, than those not directly involved. A number of victims and rescue workers exhibit a mixture of PTSD and mild Traumatic Brain Injury, which is a typical trauma-like brain concussion syndrome. Furthermore, unaffiliated volunteers seem to be at higher risk of posttraumatic stress, while professional rescue workers appear to be more protected. As a child psychiatrist in training, I quit my residency after the attack, and started a carreer in occupational medicine. In Brussels, I work with employers and employees who experienced this tragedy. In my presentation I give answers on the following questions: How did they deal with this event? What impact do these terrorist attacks still have, five years later? What are the lessons learned in the field of psychotrauma care in Belgium? And finally, I will tell you my story about the impact of the event in my doctor’s office, for my patients and likewise, for me as a doctor.

Title: Unchanging the brain: how to cope with uncertainty during difficult times

Abstract:

Whether one is facing a global, personal, or employment crisis, or perhaps experiencing a mix of all three, building resilience will assist in providing hope for not only the present but the future. This presentation will focus on brain-behavioral impact of stress and a range of mixed emotions upon one’s health and happiness. Evidenced-based approaches and resources, including user-friendly applications to use during moments of challenge and hardship will be discussed. A sample “Care Plan” will be reviewed which may assist one to experience resilience leading to a sense of calm and confidence to handle issues of concern.

Biography:

Leonard-Zabel is a Full Professor of Psychology and serves as the Psychology Department Coordinator at Curry College in Milton, Massachusetts. She owns and operates a private clinic specializing in School Psychology/School Neuropsychology and Clinical Forensic Examining. She holds diplomat and fellow certificates/certifications in Neuropsychology, Forensic Counseling and Examining, Psychotherapy, Autism, Addictions, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Clinical Anxiety, Disability Analysis, Brain-Behavioral International Coaching, Telepractice and in Homeland Security. She was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Board of Disability Analysts. Dr. Leonard-Zabel is the recent recipient of the Lifetime Achievement in School Neuropsychology from the American Board of School Neuropsychology. She serves on the Learning Disabilities Worldwide Congress as one of the Board of Directors (LDW). Dr. Leonard-Zabel recently received international awards acknowledging her Keynote addresses encompassing school neuropsychological research on assessment approaches involving Autism Spectrum Disorders, Adolescent Addiction, and Mental Health focusing on the Anxious Brain, Assessment Practices, Learning Differences, Ethics & Law and Traumatic Brain Injury. Dr. Leonard-Zabel was awarded in December 2019 the title of Global Goodwill Ambassador (GGA), representing the USA with the “Humanitarian” designation for her volunteerism both nationally and internationally. Throughout her career at Curry College, she was awarded the Curry College Excellence in Teaching Researcher of the Year Award, Excellence in Teaching with Partnerships & Collaboration Award, Excellence and Research in the Field, and Person of the Year, acknowledging excellence in teaching, mentorship, collegiality, leadership, and community service. Dr. Leonard-Zabel presents nationally and internationally on an ongoing basis.

Title: Suicide Risk-Detection in Children with the magic help of AI

Abstract:

Conclusion & Significance: The artificial intelligence is clearly important, but a human is essential, and will be in the loop, at least initially.

It’s not a decision tool. There’s a big difference between letting the machine make a decision and the machine saying, ‘Oh, it looks like you’re going to be heading into depression.’ And so we have to make sure that we support decisions and still keep that human intervention.

Wherever decisioning for at-risk assessments lies, the eventual intervention will also have a human touch. Recommendations are made for physicians, mental health professionals, and school counsellors to pay critical attention in the process.

Biography:

Lilia Parmigiani has her expertise in evaluation and passion in improving the mental health and wellbeing of anyone who is around her. Her willing to find a solution to any situation in life brings her to focus her attention on a prevention systems that can stop any child to develop potential diseases later in life. She has an extensive experience in Life Coaching and in guiding people towards the right direction with every single thought, which lead her to improve her own life, and of her friends and family first. Life Coaching allowed Ms Parmigiani to explore deeper paths into the neural network World and after years of research and learning, she is now ready to collaborate to improve the future of the mental health in the UAE, Italy and Worldwide.

Title: Eazysense Nanotechnologies Inc Presents Neuromolecular Imaging for Mental Health

Abstract:

The superstar, Robin Williams, had a long documented history of clinical depression that has been shown to be empirically associated with the disorder of Parkinson. Nonetheless, it was later found during his autopsy that the neurotransmitter, dopamine,was missing, Actually, half of the biomarker, dopamine, was missing in the motor neurons in the brain of the beloved Robin Williams. Moreover, Lewy bodies were found! Lewy bodies contain the molecules that cause depression and it so happens that these Lewy bodies contain the molecules that lead to not only depression but also neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer disease. Let’s look at this carefully. The discoveries made for our Robin, our star, were  post-mortem, that is, after death. One woman is looking to change all this. Patricia Broderick has found a way to see inside the brain of the Parkinson patient LIVE! In fact, she has discovered the Tau Peptide, responsible for Alzheimer and Parkinson and she has made this discovery LIVE! Eazysense Nanotechnologies Inc.is the start-up company that has successfully manufactured the tiny probe, smaller than a human hair, for the human and the animal patient. The nanoprobe is named after her father, Paddy Broderick. The BRODERICK PROBE^® senses the neurotransmitters as the subject walks. The nanoprobe sensors also see inside the brain of depression and bipolar diseases easily. Our new photodiode nanoprobe sensor is poised to revolutionize the industry. The nanosensor is comprised of carbon polymers and proteins from the opsin family that provide a new voltaic optical sensor. The polymeic carbon allotrope, fullerene, is, indeed, a semiconductor. In proud association with the Technology Commercialization Office, CUNY, the Reaearch Foundation of CUNY and its patent lawyers, Dr. Broderick has achieved the value of the Eazysense start-up company at the billion dollar acquisition level. The Broderick Brain Foundation is the non-profit arm of Eazysense Nanotechnologies Inc, in NY and is available worldwide for service. The Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) NY State Tax Exempt Organization. Support for this organization is tax-deductible to the extent of the law.

Biography:

Patricia A. Broderick has completed her PhD from St John’s University, Queens, NY, USA and her postdoctoral studies from The Albert Einstein Medical Center, Bronx, NY, USA and Cornell University Medical School, White Plains, NY, USA. Patricia serves as Tenured and Full Medical Professor in the Dept. of Molecular, Cellular and Biomedical Sciences at the City University of New York School of Medicine and as Director of the Neurobiology Course at the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, CUNY School of Medicine, CCNY. A highly recognized expert and prominent editor, author, inventor and lecturer, Patricia has published more than 500 papers in reputed journals and sought after books and she serves as an editorial board member of repute worldwide. Dr. Broderick holds several patents and trademarks and is the Founder and CEO of Eazysense Nanotechnologies Inc.and the Broderick Brain Foundation.

Title: Mediating Effects of Self Concept and Social Identity between Peer Relations and Delinquency

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Adolescent delinquency is a growing concern in different parts of the world and role of peer relations in delinquent behavior is well-researched subject. However, relationship between peer relations, self-concept , social identity, and delinquency is less known. This study examined the mediating effects of self-concept and social identity between peer relations and delinquency among adolescents in Pakistan. Survey research design was used through convenient sampling to collect data. The sample comprised of adolescents (N = 498; 218 female and 280 male adolescents) aged 11-18 years old. Participants provided data on questionnaires measuring self-concept, social identity, peer relations, and delinquency. Findings revealed that peer relation has significant impact on delinquency behavior and social identity of adolescents. However, peer relation was not found connected with self-concept significantly. Findings further indicated that social identity played meditating role between the relationship of peer relation and delinquency while self-concept did not mediate the impact of peer relation on delinquency. This study is helpful in determining factors leading to delinquency behavior and how delinquency behavior can be reduced by working on self-concept and social identity.

Biography:

Afra Mahmood holds degree of Master of Philosophy in Applied Psychology from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan. She served as Psychologist at Social welfare & Baitul Maal Department Punjab, Pakistan (2017-2020). She currently provides telehealth services as Clinical Therapist in Chicago.