Overcoming Pressure - Mentally Strong: International Scientific Conference on Psychology 2025 Shapes the Future Generation of Students

In addition to providing a lot of useful information, this workshop also updates knowledge and improves professional capacity for the teaching staff - those who directly share and guide students to "heal their souls" and discover their inner strength.

Accordingly, with the approval of the Ministry of Education and Training , on May 24, 2025, Gia Dinh University coordinated with the Little Rose Charity Fund to organize an International Scientific Conference with the theme "Dignity, Psychological Strength and Comprehensive Development of Students". The event attracted more than 200 experts, scholars, researchers, and prestigious educational managers from 15 domestic and international units.

Photo: The workshop "Character, Mental Strength and Comprehensive Development of Students" focuses on solving psychological problems of the young generation, especially students.

In the context of AI (artificial intelligence) and social networks strongly impacting life, experts at the conference emphasized the psychological pressures that students are suffering. This forum is also an opportunity for participants to update information, share experiences and transform knowledge into action, aiming to equip the young generation with a strong source of mental strength, with outstanding adaptability.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thai Ba Can - President of Gia Dinh University said: "Psychology is not just a separate aspect, but it is a solid foundation for all development: from the ability to learn, critical thinking, to building relationships and achieving success in career. A healthy mind will create a solid launch pad for each person's life".

Photo: Associate Professor, Dr. Thai Ba Can - President of Gia Dinh University emphasized the importance of psychological factors to students' development in life and career path.

The highlight of the event was the participation and sharing of leading professors from the United States (US), including: Prof. Kevin L. Ladd - Indiana University South Bend; Prof. Daniel N. McIntosh - Emeritus University of Denver; Prof. Le Xuan Hy - Seattle University. This shows the international stature and outstanding professional quality that the conference brings.

Noting from the workshop, many students attending expressed their interest in the topics: Awareness of living with human dignity of students at some private universities in Vietnam; Teaching and learning with AI for strength and development (of learners); Gratitude, Labyrinth, Haiku poetry and Time-Free Teaching Model; The power of sharing experiences: Comprehensive teaching on religious and spiritual development and practice;...

Nguyen Van Dat - 2nd year Logistics student, Gia Dinh University expressed: "The workshop not only created an opportunity for us to access global knowledge about psychology, but also showed that the school always cares deeply about the lives and spirits of students. I believe that with the values ​​and solutions shared by experts at the event, we will have more solid luggage to confidently overcome all challenges on the road ahead."

Photo: The event gathered many prestigious experts, scholars, researchers, andeducational managers from home and abroad.

According to research by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), about 8% - 29% of adolescents in Vietnam suffer from mental health problems. It is estimated that at least 3 million adolescents are facing psychological problems. What is more worrying is that only about 20% of them receive medical support, causing a shortage of human resources to care for mental health for this sensitive group.

Based on practical needs and predictions about mental health among today's youth, Gia Dinh University has opened a Psychology major. This is a necessary step to meet the trend of personalization and the increasing demand for understanding and empathy in communication and work.

Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hoang - Director of the Psychology Program, Gia Dinh University emphasized: "The Psychology program at GDU is designed in an applied direction, with the participation of domestic and international experts, focusing on many fields such as: Clinical psychology, school psychology, consumer behavior psychology,... This not only opens up wide career opportunities, but also ensures that students are equipped with knowledge and practical skills, meeting the diverse needs of the labor market".

Photo: In addition to scientific seminars, Gia Dinh University also regularly organizes many talkshow programs to help students update trends and labor market needs.

From a highly academic scientific conference, GDU continues to affirm its role as a companion of the young generation on the journey of comprehensive development. Overcoming the pressures of modern society, building a solid psychological foundation will help students possess a "golden ticket" to confidently integrate and reach far in the competitive labor market.

For the Psychology major at Gia Dinh University, candidates can register early at the link https://dutuyen.giadinh.edu.vn to increase the university admission rate and reduce the pressure on scores. In 2025, the school will apply the following 3 admission methods: - Admission based on the National High School Exam scores - Consideration of high school transcripts - Admission based on the scores of the Ho Chi Minh City National University Competency Assessment Exam

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