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. 2026 Feb 26.
doi: 10.1186/s12991-026-00637-6. Online ahead of print.

Psychiatry in transition: an assessment in the context of societal change

Fabian Max Wedmann  1   2 , Francesco Albasini  3   4 , Robert Davidson  5 , Adele Mayr  6 , Andreas Conca  7   8
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Psychiatry in transition: an assessment in the context of societal change

Fabian Max Wedmann et al. Ann Gen Psychiatry. .
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Abstract

Aims: To explore how global challenges such as climate change, artificial intelligence (AI), and migration intersect with generational change among psychiatric trainees and reshape specialist training.

Methods: An integrative review drawing on symposium contributions and a comprehensive literature review to assess the evolving priorities and challenges in psychiatric training.

Results: Younger psychiatrists increasingly prioritize work-life balance, sustainability, and participatory learning environments. However, gaps remain in integrating climate-related knowledge, transcultural competence, AI literacy and neurodevelopmental disorders within psychiatric curricula. Generational tensions and traditional hierarchical structures further complicate training.

Conclusions: A new training model is needed that fosters mutual understanding between generations, encourages reflective dialogue, and supports collaborative learning. Preparing psychiatrists for the future requires updated content and a commitment to relational transformation and co-created educational practices.

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Conflict of interest statement

Declarations. Ethics approval and consent to participate: This work does not involve any issues regarding ethical standards. Competing interests: The authors declare no competing interests

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