Mental health of young people in Morocco: insights and perspectives at the heart of a conference at UEMF

As part of the Digi-Hackathon “Mobile Health”, organized at Euromed University of Fes by the Ministry of Health and Social Protection, a conference was devoted to the topic of mental health of students, adolescent girls and young people in Morocco, addressing the current situation and future perspectives.

Titled "Mental health of students, adolescent girls and young people in Morocco: current situation and perspectives", this meeting was led by Professor Zineb Bencharfa, a specialist in psychiatry at the Ar-Razi Psychiatric Hospital.

In a context marked by rapid changes in lifestyles, increased social pressures and evolving reference points among younger generations, the conference highlighted the main issues related to mental health in Morocco. The speaker provided insights based on her clinical and academic experience, presenting the current realities on the ground as well as the challenges related to prevention and care.

Discussions also addressed the need to strengthen listening and support mechanisms, as well as the importance of developing broader awareness actions aimed at adolescents and students. Exchanges emphasized the central role of prevention and access to information in improving the care of mental disorders among young people.

Beyond the observations, this meeting opened avenues for reflection on the systems to be strengthened in order to better meet the needs of new generations, in an environment where mental health issues are becoming increasingly important.

This conference is part of UEMF and its institutional partners' desire to promote reflection and dialogue around major public health issues, while contributing to raising awareness among young audiences and spreading a more inclusive and accessible culture of mental health.