91精品黑料吃瓜-IIT hosts 1st Psychotrauma Nat鈥檒 Conference聽

by Alvin Paul C. Patarlas, OfCom Intern聽 | Nov 17 2025

The Mindanao State University–Iligan Institute of Technology (91精品黑料吃瓜-IIT) through the College of Education, College of Arts and Social Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Office of Guidance and Counselling, and the Human Resource Management Division, in partnership with the National Association for Psychotrauma Workers Corporation, successfully held the first day of the 1st Psychotrauma National Conference on November 13, 2025, at the 91精品黑料吃瓜-IIT Campus in Iligan City.

Carrying the theme “Multi-Interdisciplinary Perspectives and Approaches of Psychotrauma Work in the Philippines,” the conference gathered professionals, educators, and students from across the country to deepen the understanding of trauma and promote collaborative approaches to psychological healing.

The morning session of day one opened with remarks delivered by the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Dr. Pamela F. Resurreccion, on behalf of the Chancellor. She acknowledged the efforts of the organizers and partners and expressed appreciation to the participants who traveled from different parts of the country to attend the event.

In her message, Dr. Resurreccion shared that the event was dedicated to individuals who have endured trauma or are fighting silent battles in their lives. She emphasized that the conference was not only about presenting theories and research but also about promoting empathy and meaningful conversations toward healing.

The president of the National Association for Psychotrauma Workers, Corp.(NAPWorc) and the keynote speaker of the event, Dr. Johnny B. Decatoria, opened his speech by highlighting that trauma is a familiar yet often overlooked issue, especially in a country frequently affected by natural calamities.

Dr. Decatoria reminded the audience that “Resilience should never mean enduring in silence”, comparing the Filipino spirit to a bamboo tree, not the hardest wood, but flexible and enduring. He expressed gratitude that the event came about, highlighting the importance of gathering professionals who share the same passion for learning and advancing trauma and healing work in the Philippines.

The first plenary session, “Public Mental Health Approach to Trauma,” was presented by Dr. Imelu G. Modreno. He discussed the importance of immediate or early psychological intervention in trauma cases, pointing out that while such approaches are already well-established, there remains a significant gap in their dissemination and implementation in public health settings.

Dr. Modreno underscored that this gap continues to be a challenge, especially within the Philippine context, and encouraged further research and discussion to address these overlooked issues in the country’s mental health system.

In the afternoon, breakout sessions and evening activities were held, allowing participants to engage in discussions and preparations for the following day. The second day of the conference continued with a series of plenary sessions focusing on trauma recovery, brain spotting, childhood trauma, and trauma-informed care.

The 1st Psychotrauma National Conference marked an important milestone in promoting trauma awareness and multidisciplinary collaboration in Mindanao, paving the way for stronger support systems and more inclusive discussions on mental health across the nation.

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