CityU scholars attend 7th Convention of the Asian Psychological Association to explore Chinese culture in psychology
The 7th Convention of the Asian Psychological Association was recently held in Guangzhou. Professor Sun Pei, executive associate dean of Faculty of Health and Wellness and Prof Shen Heyong, director of the Institute of Analytical Psychology from the City University of Macau attended the conference. The event focused on the theme “Cultural Integration in Psychology: Serving the Asian Community and Promoting Well-Being”. Scholars and practitioners from over ten countries engaged in discussions to define the evolving roles of psychology in multicultural contexts.
During the event, Professor Sun presented on an AI-based emotional computing system that assesses adolescent mental health and provides smart companionship, emphasizing its objective and rapid screening capabilities, which have already benefited nearly 5 million youths in China. He also facilitated a session with international guests for academic exchange. Professor Shen delivered two keynote speeches, highlighting the intersection of traditional Chinese medicine and psychological principles and advocating for contemporary psychological therapies rooted in Chinese cultural wisdom, particularly in the AI era.
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