Open lecture “Youth Mental Health in Times of Crisis: from Stress to Resilience”

On May 21 at 2:30 p.m., we invite you to an open lecture, “Youth Mental Health in Times of Crisis: from Stress to Resilience.” The lecture will be given by Assoc. Prof. Inga Truskauskaitė (Vilnius University Faculty of Philosophy).

You can join the lecture by clicking on this link - https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/389882179858390?p=vXjvpencnMcnNtVBP9

About the lecture:

Young people are disproportionately affected by mental health challenges. Yet, periods of crisis, whether pandemic, war, or geopolitical instability, do not affect all of them equally. This talk will explore who is most at risk during times of collective stress, what factors shape resilience, and what evidence-based approaches can support youth wellbeing when the world feels unpredictable and unsafe. Drawing on longitudinal research and clinical experience, the presentation bridges research findings with practical implications for mental health professionals, educators, and policymakers working with young people. 

About the Lecturer:

Inga Truskauskaitė, PhD, is a psychologist and associate professor at Vilnius University's Psychology Institute. Her research focuses on stress and trauma, resilience, and positive mental health across the lifespan, with a particular emphasis on young people and high-stress populations. She combines clinical practice with an active international research agenda, including longitudinal studies tracking youth mental health through COVID-19 and the war in Ukraine. Dr. Truskauskaitė integrates evidence-based and body-based therapeutic approaches in her work and teaches future mental health professionals at the undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate levels.

You are welcome to participate.