Welcome to the first communiqué of the 6th International Conference on Early Psychosis, 2008 (IEPA2008). Through this newsletter, we will be providing you with regular updates on IEPA2008, including program details, information on speakers, registration, abstract submission, sponsorship and exhibitions.
The International Early Psychosis Association is hosting the 6th International Conference on Early Psychosis, Early Intervention – The Next Wave, where we will discuss the latest research and clinical developments in early psychosis and consider where the field will develop in the next few years. IEPA2008 will appeal to many, including: practising mental health clinicians, medical practitioners, researchers, clinical educators, nurses consumers, carers and students, as well as any other interested party. We look forward to your participation in this event.
Yours sincerely,
Professor Patrick McGorry
IEPA2008 Conference Chair
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Welcome to Melbourne
On behalf of the planning Committee we are delighted to invite you to attend the 6th International Conference on Early Psychosis, Early Intervention – The Next Wave, between the 20 – 22 October 2008 in the beautiful city of Melbourne, Australia.
National and international speakers will come together to:
- Highlight the latest progress in research and clinical care in early psychosis
- Focus on linkages across diagnostic groups in early intervention
- Consider the relationships between different stages of illness
- Promote further international collaboration and reform
In this our 6th International Conference we extend the warmest of invitations to you to attend and participate in what will be an excellent opportunity for the sharing of experiences and learning from research.
We look forward to welcoming you to this esteemed meeting in Melbourne 20 - 22 October 2008.
Professor Patrick McGorry
IEPA2008 Conference Chair |
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Professor Jean Addington
IEPA President
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Key Dates
| Abstract Submissions Open: |
10 January 2008 |
| Abstract Submissions Close: |
14 March 2008 |
| Notification to Abstract Authors: |
by 20 May 2008 |
| Early Bird Registrations Open: |
January 2008 |
| Early Bird Registrations Close: |
15 June 2008 |
| Standard Registrations Close: |
1 October 2008 |
Call for Abstract, Posters and Symposia
The Scientific Program Committee invites you to submit abstracts for consideration for oral or poster display at the Conference.
Instructions for Authors
All abstracts are to be submitted online at www.iepa2008.com and will open on 10th January 2008.
If you are unable to access the website to download the template, please contact the Congress Secretariat via e-mail at abstracts@iepa2008.com and one will be emailed to you. The deadline for abstract submission is 5pm 14 March 2008.
Abstracts must be submitted in English and be no longer than 250 words. No photographs, pictures, diagrams and tables will be accepted. Scientific symbols will be excepted in the body of the text only not in the title. Full instructions on how to submit your abstract/s will be available on the Conference website www.iepa2008.com. The Early Bird Registration fee is available until 5pm 15 June 2008.
Themes
The Scientific Program Committee welcomes abstracts on any aspect of Early Psychosis study. Please nominate the topic that is most appropriate when submitting your abstract. This list is a guide only:
- Neuroscience Research
- Service System Development and Reform
- Ultra high risk / Prodromal Research and Treatment
- Ethical Issues
- First Episode Psychosis
- Diagnosis and Psychopathology
- The Critical Period: Relapse, Prevention and Social Recovery
- Psychopharmacology
- Psychosocial Interventions
- Substance use and Psychosis
- Mood Disorders
- Early Detection and DUP
- Negative Symptoms
Disclosure/ Conflict of Interest
Authors must disclose within the body of their abstract affiliations with sponsoring companies, if applicable.
Confirmation of Receipt of Abstracts
You will be sent an acknowledgement via e-mail to confirm that your abstract has been received. If you do not receive the acknowledgement within three days of your submission, please contact the Conference Secretariat at abstracts@iepa2008.com
Abstract Presentation
Abstracts will be accepted for 20 minute oral presentations (15 minutes plus 5 minutes discussion or question time), poster presentations and Symposia proposals. Poster authors will be asked to stand by their poster during scheduled poster presentation times. Authors will be notified of the review outcome by 20th May 2008. Further presentation instructions will be given at this time.
Publication of Abstracts
Abstracts will be published in a dedicated Conference Abstract Book. A copy of the Abstract Book will be given to all delegates who attend the Conference. |
Scientific Program
Preliminary Program Overview
The 6th International Conference on Early Psychosis has been organised using the staging model of illness as a guide. In clinical staging the aim is to understand and identify the progress of the illness process. From this, the least invasive treatment for a particular stage may be selected. In this way there is a very close relationship between research and understanding, and clinical practice. This relationship between research and clinical practice has always been a key feature of IEPA meetings.
It is hoped that organisation around this model will further enhance this, and provide an experience for participants which both enhances knowledge and provides a context in which that knowledge may be applied.
Under the expert leadership of Professor Patrick McGorry, a scientific program is being developed by leading mental health experts from around the world to ensure the content is stimulating, groundbreaking and highly educational.
The most up-to date copy of the Program and confirmed speakers can be viewed shortly at www.iepa2008.com
Invited Speakers
The IEPA2008 Program Committee is looking forward to delivering a meeting which facilitates knowledge and research exchange, encourages ongoing international collaboration and reform, and considers the linkages across diagnostic groups in early intervention.
In order to assist in the deliverance of these goals, the Program Committee are pleased to have secured the following international and national speakers to present at IEPA2008.
Key note Speakers
- Professor Patrick McGorry (Australia)
Professor of Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne
Executive Director and Director of Clinical Services at
ORYGEN Research Centre, Melbourne
- Professor Jean Addington (Canada)
Director of Prime Clinic Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
University of Toronto, Canada
- Associate Professor Alison Yung (Australia)
Consultant Psychiatrist and Principal Research Fellow
ORYGEN Research Centre and University of Melbourne Department of Psychiatry
- Professor John M. Kane M.D (United States of America)
Chairman, Department of Psychiatry
The Zucker Hillside Hospital, Glen Oaks, New York
- Professor Anthony A. Grace (United States of America)
Professor of Neuroscience, Psychiatry and Psychology
University of Pittsburgh
- Professor Jean-Paul Selten (Netherlands)
Department of Psychiatry
University of Utrecht, Utrecht
- Professor Rene Kahn (Netherlands)
Rudolf Magnus Institute of Neuroscience
University Medical Centre, Utrecht
- Professor Charles Schulz (United States of America)
Head of the Department of Psychiatry
University of Minnesota
- Professor Alexander Wunderink (Netherlands)
Department of Education and Research
Friesland Mental Health Services / University Medical Center Groningen
- Professor Jeffrey Lieberman (United States of America)
Chairman of Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and
Director of the New York State Psychiatric Institute, New York
- Professor Thomas H. McGlashan (United States of America)
Department of Psychiatry
Yale University School of Medicine
Discover Melbourne
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Visitors will find Melbourne an exciting city to explore. Modern architecture and design is juxtaposed with heritage buildings reflecting Australia’s cultural history. But beneath the city’s impressive façade, lies the true heart and soul of the city; laneways which snake the city grid to reveal cafes and bars, fashion houses, boutiques, innovative cuisine, galleries, theatres and museums.
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There are daily direct flights to Melbourne from European cities and direct flights from many South East Asian countries.
Please visit the conference website at www.iepa2008.com for the most up to date information about the conference and Melbourne, Australia.
Contact Us
General Enquiries
IEPA2008 Conference Secretariat:
PO Box 5005
South Melbourne Victoria 3205
Australia
Tel: (+61 3) 9682 0500
Fax: (+61 3) 9682 0344
Email: info@iepa2008.com |
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For information on IEPA2008 Sponsorship and Exhibition opportunities contact:
Suzie Kovacevic
Sponsorship Manager
ICMS Australasia Pty Ltd
Level 9, 234 George Street
Sydney NSW 2000
(GPO Box 3270, Sydney NSW 2001)
Australia
T: (+61 2) 9254 5000
F: (+61 2) 9251 3552
Email: sponsorship@iepa2008.com |
Conference Secretariat
Conference and Exhibition managed by:
ICMS Australasia Pty Ltd
PO Box 5005
South Melbourne VIC 3205
Australia
Tel: (+61 3) 9682 0500
Fax: (+61 3) 9682 0344
Email: jessicah@icmsaust.com.au
www.icmsaust.com.au
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Hosted by:
The International Early Psychosis Association Inc
PO Box 143,
Parkville, Victoria 3052
Australia
Telephone: (+61 3) 8387 2274
Facsimile: (+61 3) 8387 2570
Email: secretariat@iepa.org.au
Web site: www.iepa.org.au
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