About the Conference

The 2nd National Annual Conference of the Clinical Psychology Society of India (CPSI), hosted by the School of Behavioural Sciences and Forensic Investigations at Rashtriya st rd Raksha University, will be held from 21st to 23rd November 2024, Lavad-Dahegam, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. This year's theme, "Strengthening National Security, Fostering Mental Health in the Digital Era," focuses on the intersection of mental health and security personnel in the digital age. The conference brings together experts in clinical psychology, security, and technology to explore the unique challenges faced by those serving our nation. Discussions will delve into building resilience, addressing the psychological impact of global issues, and utilizing technology for therapy delivery. Legal and ethical frameworks, crisis intervention strategies, and the influence of social media will also be explored. This event is a valuable opportunity for clinical psychologists, security personnel, policymakers, and mental health professionals to share knowledge, discuss innovative approaches, and advocate for improved mental health services for those safeguarding our nation.

About Rashtriya Raksha University

Rashtriya Raksha University is a pioneering National Security and Police University of India, which is an Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. The university strives to establish itself as a Global leader in the academic, research, and training landscapes for national security and policing. It places a strong emphasis on delivering high-calibre education, conducting high end research, and providing comprehensive training in the realms of national security and law enforcement. To achieve this objective, RRU is committed to provide qualified faculty, dedicated human resources, motivated participants and students, fostering an intellectually stimulating and professionally disciplined environment, and establishing a robust worldwide network for sharing and exchanging knowledge. The University contributes to the India’s vision of Peace, Prosperity and Stable World in alliance with grand strategic cooperation between like-minded nations and promoting greater understanding between internal security officers, military and para-military forces, diplomats, civil servants, and civilians to promote the cause of the Nation. It adopts a two-tier approach, at the national and international level, in its education, research, training, extension and consultancy in order to achieve capabilities to respond to the needs, expectations, aspirations of the security and strategic institutions and forces as well as law-making, governance, judiciary, economy (agriculture-manufacturing-service sectors, and the civil society organizations)

About School of Behavioural Sciences and Forensic Investigations

SBSFI at RRU is a distinguished school that offers a range of programs in Behavioural Sciences, Forensic Sciences, Forensic Accounting and Financial Investigation at Bachelor, Master, PG Diploma, and PhD levels . As one of the schools at the University level providing such programs, SBSFI is committed to applying theories of behavioural sciences and forensic investigations into practice. The school aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to become future professionals committed towards crime prevention, investigations, reformation and rehabilitation. By addressing mental and behavioural health issues, internal security challenges and fostering communal harmony, SBSFI alumnus contribute to the India’s vision of Peace, Prosperity and Stable World. The school is well-equipped with state of the art laboratory facilities, advanced instruments, psychological assessments and distinguished faculties dedicated to excellence in training, research, education, extension and consultancy. With this SBSFI plays a crucial role in shaping skilled human resources in the field of Behavioural Sciences and Forensic Investigations. The school's commitment to excellence, research and practical applications, positions it as a preferred choice for students and researchers alike, fostering an environment that encourages learning, innovation and collaboration.

About Clinical Psychology Society of India

The Clinical Psychology Society of India (CPSI) is a registered society that acts as a representative body for Clinical Psychology and Clinical Psychologists in India. It is responsible for the promotion of excellence and ethical practice in science, education and application of the discipline in the community. CPSI strives to determine and ensure the highest standards, and play a leading role in addressing the challenges of mental health at present and in the future. CPSI support and augment the development and application of psychology for the greater community virtuous, setting high standards for research, education and disseminating knowledge to enhance public awareness. CPSI has been actively serving the clinical psychology fraternity in India for the last two years through a wide range of activities such as the Tuesday learning webinar series, symposiums, workshops and conferences enhancing the skills of our working professionals and students in the field. It has also widely stood for the profession on various policy-making platforms and also for the mental health concerns of the nation.