Uttaranchal University marked World Alzheimer's Day with a seminar headlined by Dr. Abhinav Joshi, a distinguished Integrative neuropsychiatrist and Psycho-somatic therapist and Mindfulness Coach. Mr Komil Kumar delivered the welcome address. Prof (Dr) Shravan Kumar, Dean, School of Liberal Arts & Student Welfare welcomed the guest and motivated students of psychology to come forward for better management and how they can reduce their (elderly people) fear and feel they are an important part of society. This academic and professional gathering aimed to comprehensively address Alzheimer's disease. Dr Abhinav Joshi opened the seminar with a keynote address, highlighting the global significance of World Alzheimer's Day and the urgency of early detection and intervention in managing the disease. His presentation set the stage for a deep dive into Alzheimer's disease, encompassing its etiology, clinical manifestations, and risk factors. The elucidation of the neurological aspects enriched attendees' understanding. A poignant session explored the caregiver's perspective, shedding light on their emotional and practical challenges. This segment provided profound professional insights into the holistic impact of Alzheimer's. Cutting-edge research took center stage as Dr Joshi discussed recent breakthroughs, offering hope for treatments and prevention. The seminar served as an academically engaging forum, fostering understanding of ongoing efforts to combat the ailment. The event concluded with an interactive Q&A session, an academically enriching forum wherein attendees could seek expert guidance and clarifications on Alzheimer's-related inquiries. Dr Joshi's erudition and the audience's active participation rendered this segment an academically engaging exchange of ideas. Uttaranchal University's seminar featuring Dr Abhinav Joshi, contributed significantly to Alzheimer's awareness, empathetic support for caregivers, and hope through research insights. This academic and professional initiative underscored the importance of addressing Alzheimer's disease in our society. Mr Saneet Kumar proposed a vote of thanks. The Seminar was coordinated by Dr Geeta Rani and more than 200 undergraduate and postgraduate students and budding psychologists participated in the workshop.
