Mental health is a vital component of public health, deeply intertwined with overall well-being, productivity, and social engagement. In today’s professional environments—particularly in academia—maintaining mental health can be challenging. The demands of research, teaching, publishing, and securing funding may lead to chronic stress and other illnesses. These challenges not only affect individual researchers but also undermine institutional resilience and innovation. Addressing mental well-being through supportive structures, open dialogue, and accessible resources is therefore not merely a personal matter, but a shared responsibility across the academic and public health communities. The panelists will contribute both their professional insights and personal experiences from navigating high-pressure academic and research careers.

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