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Presentation in Spanish
INMACULADA MONTOYA CASTILLA
UNIVERSITY OF VALENCIA. SPAIN
Inmaculada Montoya Castilla is a Professor in the Department of Personality, Assessment, and Psychological Treatments at the University of Valencia. She is currently the Director of the Master’s degree program in “Psychotherapy and Clinical Psychology: Current Intervention Strategies” at the University of Valencia. She teaches in the Psychology degree program and in various master’s programs. She is the director of the research group “Educating in Emotions in Childhood and Adolescence” (EMINA group); treasurer of the Scientific Society for the Advancement of Clinical Psychology and Child and Adolescent Health (Infancy Network); and a member of the Network of Universities for Childhood and Adolescence (RUIA).
Her research focuses on emotional competencies, childhood, adolescence, family, and educators. She participates as a principal investigator and as a member of the research team in various projects funded by public and private entities. In these projects, she has published various papers on parenting styles and child health, parent training for conflict resolution, emotional competencies in childhood, and emotional development in adolescence. As a result, she is a co-author of the PREDEMA Program. Emotional education program for adolescents. From emotion to meaning (2016) and the MADEMO Program. Emotional education manual for teachers (2021), both books published by Pirámide Publishing House. She is currently the principal investigator of an R&D&I Project, “Intervention through an intelligent technological platform for socio-emotional development and well-being promotion: validation and implementation of a serious game,” funded by the Ministry of Science and Innovation (PID2020-114425RB-C21).
In the health area, she researches the psychological consequences of chronic illness on pediatric patients and their families, specifically in type I diabetes mellitus and respiratory disease.
All this research has resulted in various articles in national and international scientific journals, books aimed at teaching, as well as books and chapters on research results and contributions to national and international congresses.
Is being young more difficult in the 21st century? Challenges and strategies for well-being in a changing world
Being young today is no easy task. Between academic pressure, hyperconnectivity, uncertainty about the future, and the growing mental health crisis, youth has become a true test of endurance. But what if there was a survival kit for this stage? In this symposium, you will discover key strategies, addressing physical, social, and psychological aspects, to boost your well-being and successfully face the challenges of today’s world.
Getting a good night’s sleep could be your first great ally. Recent research shows that young people with an evening chronotype tend to be more impulsive and exhibit aggressive behavior. But the key isn’t the biological clock, but the quality of sleep: improving sleep habits can make a difference in emotional regulation and self-control.
In an increasingly digital world, social skills are more necessary than ever. The paradox is clear: young people are tech-savvy, but many struggle with face-to-face communication and managing their emotions. Learning to interact effectively and manage social anxiety is key to a more balanced life.
Another fundamental pillar is self-esteem. Feeling confident is learned; it’s a matter of working on aspects such as emotional regulation, coping with stress, and social support. And if there’s one essential ingredient in this survival kit, it’s optimism. Maintaining a positive attitude not only protects against anxiety and depression, but also strengthens resilience and helps you face challenges with greater confidence.
In this symposium, we’ll discuss the keys to feeling good and successfully managing the challenges of youth. We look forward to seeing you together to discover the best strategies for well-being in the 21st century.
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