– Assiut University Organizes a Scientific Seminar on Psychological First Aid
Within the framework of the Faculty of Nursing at Assiut University’s commitment to advancing scientific activities, developing academic and professional skills, and fostering the exchange of scientific knowledge and expertise, the Department of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing organized a scientific seminar titled «Psychological First Aid (PFA)» on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, held in the Conference Hall at the Faculty's Administrative Building. This initiative falls within the faculty's continuous efforts to elevate scientific and research standards and enhance the capabilities of faculty members, assistant teaching staff, students, and graduates.
Under the Generous Patronage of:
Prof. Dr. Fatima Roshdy Mohamed – Dean of the Faculty of Nursing.
Under the Supervision of:
Prof. Dr. Naglaa Abdel-Mageed Mohamed – Head of the Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing Department.
The seminar was presented by Assistant Lecturer / Shaimaa Ahmed Abdel-Samie, who addressed the fundamental concept of Psychological First Aid and its clinical significance in delivering immediate emotional and psychosocial support to individuals experiencing stressful circumstances or acute psychological crises. The presentation highlighted the core principles of PFA and detailed the pivotal role of psychiatric nursing in implementing these strategies to strengthen compassionate and professional responses to individuals' psychological needs.
The organization of this seminar underscores the importance of spreading mental health awareness, embedding a culture of early psychosocial support, and cultivating the skills necessary to manage diverse psychological crises and high-stress situations. This reflects the scientific and educational mandate of the Faculty of Nursing in preparing academically and professionally qualified healthcare cadres.
