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PhD defense R. Zhao

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Reaching the Unreached: Addressing the Help-Seeking Gap in Mental Health

Many students in higher education experience mental health problems but often do not seek professional help. Around 70 percent of students with mental health symptoms do not actively seek support. This is one of the main conclusions from the research by clinical psychologist Ruiying Zhao.

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Programme

PhD defence by R. Zhao

PhD Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences

Supervisor:

  • prof.dr. W.J.M.J. Cuijpers
  • prof.dr. E. Karyotaki

The PhD defense can be followed online as well

About PhD defense R. Zhao

Starting date

  • 24 September 2026

Time

  • 13:45 - 15:15

Location

  • Main building VU, Aula

Address

  • De Boelelaan 1105, 1081 HV Amsterdam

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