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Plenary Session and Distinguished LectureStigma and RecoveryReview / Opinion

Principles and Ethics of Psychiatric Rehabilitation

Principles and ethics of psychiatric rehabilitation

Presenter: Medhat Elsabbahy

Country: United Arab Emirates

Session: 4280 - PRESIDENTIAL SYMPOSIUM: CHALLENGES FOR PSYCHIATRIC REHABILITATION

Date: Sat, 26.09.2026, 09:15 - 09:30

Room: Victoria Hall

When grounded in person-centered principles and a sound ethical foundation, psychiatric rehabilitation supports recovery, social integration, and personal autonomy.

The talk comprehensively addresses the core principles, ethical foundations, and current challenges of psychiatric rehabilitation. The aim of psychiatric rehabilitation is defined as promoting recovery and improving quality of life for individuals with mental disorders by supporting social integration and personal autonomy. The core principles discussed are person-centered care, cultural competence, community participation, and the use of evidence-based practices. The ethical foundations are examined under the headings of respect for autonomy, beneficence, justice, nonmaleficence, and fidelity, alongside practical issues such as confidentiality, boundary management, and complex decision-making situations. Current challenges include resistance to implementing new practices, resource constraints, stigma, and cultural adaptation; practical strategies are proposed to overcome them. The talk concludes with recommendations for continuing professional development and stakeholder engagement to ensure ethical, effective rehabilitation services that are responsive to people's needs.

How to cite this study

APA 7: Elsabbahy, M., et al. (2026, September 26). Principles and ethics of psychiatric rehabilitation [Keynote address]. 26th WPA World Congress of Psychiatry (WCP 2026), Stockholm, Sweden.

Vancouver: Elsabbahy M, et al. Principles and ethics of psychiatric rehabilitation [keynote address]. 26th WPA World Congress of Psychiatry (WCP 2026); 2026 Sep 23-26; Stockholm, Sweden.

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