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AIIT Forum on Youth Mental Health

The 28th AIIT Forum will focus on enhancing mental health among the youth through educational initiatives and collaboration with athletes aimed at mental health awareness. Hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan University of Industrial Technology (AIIT), this free public lecture will be held online starting June 16.

The keynote speaker is Dr. Yasutaka Oshio from the National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry’s Mental Health Institute. He will delve into mental health challenges faced by young people today, drawing on extensive research and practices both domestically and internationally.

Importance of Mental Health During Adolescence

Adolescence, a phase spanning from age 12 to 25, marks a crucial period of physical and mental development. During this stage, vulnerabilities to mental health challenges increase significantly. Schools and sports environments not only serve to enhance academic and athletic performance, but they also play critical roles in promoting mental health care behaviors.

In this forum, Dr. Oshio will explore how improving mental health literacy can contribute to the overall health and happiness of children and young adults. He aims to propose actionable models that can be implemented in educational institutions and the sports sector to better support mental health.

Forum Overview

• - Theme: Youth Mental Health: From Mental Health Literacy in Schools to Collaborating with Athletes for Mental Health Awareness
• - Speaker: Dr. Yasutaka Oshio (Researcher at National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry)
• - Registration and Streaming Period: June 16, 2024, 3:00 PM - July 11, 2024, 12:00 PM
• - Format: Online (On-demand streaming)
• - Registration link: AIIT Forum Registration

By continuously addressing contemporary topics, AIIT is committed to providing a rich learning experience, inviting not only its faculty but also industry professionals and experts as speakers.

Historical Context of the AIIT Forum

For records of previous AIIT forums, including past speakers and topics, please visit the following link: AIIT Forum Records.

Commitment to Community and Industry

In addition to disseminating academic research results to society, AIIT also undertakes practical activities aimed at the development of local communities and industries. For more details on AIIT's Open Institute (OPI) activities, visit: AIIT OPI.

About Tokyo Metropolitan University of Industrial Technology (AIIT)

AIIT is a professional graduate school operated by the Tokyo Public University Corporation. Its mission is to cultivate highly skilled professionals equipped with advanced and specialized knowledge and practical abilities in the field of industrial technology both in Japan and abroad. The university has produced numerous IT engineers, design engineers, and business innovators, contributing significantly to industrial promotion.