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Abstract Submission

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Call for abstracts

Abstracts are now invited. If you wish to submit an abstract for consideration by the Organising Committee, you must also intend to register for the conference. Online submission is the only accepted method of abstract submission.

📢 Abstract Submission Deadline Extended to 15 September 2026

Abstract Submission Guidelines for Original Scientific / Abstracts Submitted for Oral or Poster Presentation

  • Participants are kindly requested to structure abstracts under the following headings: Introduction, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
  • Abstracts should be written in English and should not exceed 250 words.
  • All abstracts will undergo peer review, and the Scientific Committee will determine the appropriate presentation mode (oral or poster).
  • Abstracts selected for oral presentations are requested to use a maximum of 7 presentation slides.

Abstract Submission Guidelines for Symposia and Workshops

  • Abstracts should be unstructured.
  • Abstracts should be written in English and should not exceed 200 words.
  • All abstracts will be reviewed by the Scientific Committee.
  • Participants of selected abstracts are kindly requested to complete their presentations within the allotted time.

Abstract submissions are now closed, but we would still love to have you join us as participant.

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Topics for Abstract Submission

We invite submissions across the following thematic areas in Forensic Psychiatry and allied disciplines. Submissions may be made as Oral Presentations, Posters, Papers, Symposia, or Workshops

Submission Topics

Core Forensic Psychiatry

  • Criminal responsibility & insanity defence
  • Fitness to stand trial / competency
  • Risk assessment (violence, recidivism)
  • Forensic report writing
  • Malingering & deception assessment

Cultural & Global Psychiatry

  • Cultural perspectives in forensic psychiatry
  • Migration, refugees & legal psychiatry
  • Indigenous & community mental health
  • Global mental health systems comparison

Forensic Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

  • Juvenile justice & mental health
  • Child abuse & forensic evaluation
  • Internet-related offences & minors
  • School violence & risk assessment
  • Capacity & consent in minors

Law, Ethics & Policy

  • Mental Healthcare Act (India)
  • Comparative international forensic laws
  • Capacity assessment
  • Ethical dilemmas in forensic psychiatry
  • Human rights & mental illness

Clinical & Therapeutic Aspects

  • Pharmacological management
  • Psychotherapy in offenders
  • Aggression & impulse control
  • Personality disorders
  • Neuropsychiatry & forensic relevance

Digital & Emerging Forensic Psychiatry

  • Digital phenotyping
  • Cybercrime & online behaviour
  • AI in risk assessment
  • Tele-forensic psychiatry
  • Data privacy & ethics

Correctional & Prison Psychiatry

  • Mental healthcare in prisons
  • Substance use & dual diagnosis
  • Suicide prevention in custody
  • Rehabilitation & reintegration
  • Telepsychiatry in prisons

Education, Training & Capacity Building

  • Training models in forensic psychiatry
  • Simulation-based learning
  • Curriculum development
  • Tele-education & digital learning

Research & Methodology

  • Quantitative & qualitative research
  • Validation of assessment tools
  • Cross-cultural psychiatry research
  • Systematic reviews & meta-analyses
  • Implementation science

Case-Based & Practice-Oriented

  • Complex medico-legal case discussions
  • Unique or rare forensic presentations
  • Lessons from clinical practice
  • Documentation & certification challenges

Abstract Presenter Registration

The invitation to submit an abstract does not constitute an offer to pay travel, accommodation or registration costs associated with the conference. Similarly, no presenter fee is paid to successful participants. All presenters must register for the conference in order for the presentation to be included in the program.

Dear Presenters,

Greetings from the Forensic Psychiatry 2026 organizing team! We are delighted to have you contribute to this prestigious international gathering. To ensure the highest academic standard and a seamless experience, please adhere to the following guidelines for your presentations.

General Instructions

  • Arrival: Please arrive at your designated hall 15 minutes prior to the start of your session.

  • Support: Hall managers, student volunteers, and technical staff will be available in every room to assist with AV requirements.

  • Moderation: Session Chairs will introduce speakers and strictly moderate the Q&A sessions to keep the program on schedule.

  • Certificates: * Digital certificates (e-Certificates) will be issued to registered attendees.

  • Presentation Certificates will be issued only to the presenting author.

  • Awards: Prizes for Best Oral Presentation and Best ePoster will be announced during the Closing Ceremony.

Symposia & Workshop Guidelines

  • Duration: Each session is strictly 60 minutes.

  • Symposia Structure: We recommend 15 minutes per presenter, followed by a 15-minute moderated discussion with the audience.

  • Workshops: These should be interactive. Ensure any hand-outs or digital materials are prepared in advance.

  • Technical: * Format: Microsoft PowerPoint (.pptx) or PDF.

  • Fonts: Use standard professional fonts (Arial, Calibri, Times New Roman).

  • Offline Media: If your case study or forensic analysis includes video/audio, ensure they are embedded for offline use, as high-speed internet cannot be guaranteed in all session halls.

Oral Presentation Guidelines

  • Time Limit: 10 minutes total (8 minutes for presentation + 2 minutes for Q&A).

  • Slide Count: We recommend a maximum of 8–10 slides to ensure clarity.

  • Equipment: You must use the provided hall laptop. Personal laptops are not permitted to avoid connection delays.

  • Mandatory Disclosure: All presenters must include a Conflict of Interest (COI) disclosure slide at the beginning of their presentation.

  • Submission: You will receive a unique upload link via email. Please upload your final slides at least 48 hours before the conference.

Abstract submission key dates

📢 Abstract Submission Deadline Extended to 15 September 2026

Please note:

All abstracts must be prepared according to the guidelines provided. Incomplete or incorrect submissions will be returned to the author and must be resubmitted immediately in the correct format to be considered for inclusion in the program. Abstract Submission Deadline Extended to 15 September 2026

Poster Presentation Guidelines
  1. Posters have to be presented as an e-poster.
  2. Each digital poster should be in standard PPT format, with a maximum of 3 slides.
  3. The poster should include headings of introduction, aim, methodology, discussion, conclusion, and references in standard format.
  4. Everyone will be assigned a kiosk for the PPT to be presented.
  5. Final poster to be sent to the organisers on or before October 15th.
  6. Final poster to be sent in PDF format. Each of the 3 slides is to be sent as a separate PDF.
  7. Each slide is to be numbered with your name on each slide.
  8. Please send your complete posters to ifpc2026.psp@gmail.com
  9. Participants are to be present near their respective kiosks during the allotted time when judges come.

Format for slides

  1. Standard font –Times New Roman.
  2. Font size: 24-36 points for headings, 18-24 points for body text
  3. 16:9- wide-screen format.
  4. 1920 width* 1080 pixels height.
  5. Consistent slide structure.
  6. Clear headings and subheadings.

About Forensic Psychiatry

Our Mission

The International Forensic Psychiatry Conference 2026, hosted by NIMHANS Bangalore and RANZCP Australia, brings together experts worldwide.

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We aim to foster collaboration between forensic psychiatrists and mental health professionals to advance research and practice globally.

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