Obrisani Korisnik — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:57:10 GMT

We are pleased to announce the first international scientific and professional conference

PSYCHOLOGY IN TRANSITION: ADAPTING TO RAPIDLY CHANGING WORLD

organised by the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Split, which will be held on

19th September 2025 in Split, Croatia

The main aim of the scientific and professional conference is to explore how psychological theory, research, and practice can address the challenges posed by the fast-paced transformations in our global society.
To participate in the conference as a presenter, it is necessary to submit an abstract, which will be evaluated by the members of the Scientific Committee.

Authors of accepted abstracts will have the opportunity to share their work through either a 15-minute oral presentation or a poster session. Participants whose abstracts are positively evaluated and who present at the conference will also have the option to submit a paper for inclusion in the conference Proceedings, which will be published afterward. Additionally, all attendees will receive a certificate of participation, while presenters will be awarded a certificate of presentation.

Conference location: The conference will be held at the AC Marriott hotel in the city of Split (Address: Ul. Domovinskog rata 61A).

More information about city of Split can be found at the Official Website of the Tourist Board of Split.

Important dates:
•    Abstract submission deadline: May 1st, 2025 (extended deadline)
•    Notification of acceptance / rejection: June 1st, 2025
•    Registration deadline: July 1st, 2025.
•    Submission of the full paper (optional for those wishing to publish in the Conference proceedings): September 15th, 2025

Participation at the conference is free of charge.

Keynote speakers:

Scientific Committee:

•    Goran Kardum, PhD, Full Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Split, Croatia
•    Ina Reić Ercegovac, PhD, Full Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Split, Croatia
•    Darko Hren, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Split, Croatia
•    Katija Kalebić Jakupčević, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Split, Croatia
•    Ivan Buljan, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Split, Croatia
•    Linda Lušić Kalcina, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Split, Croatia
•    Ivana Jadrić, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Split, Croatia
•    Bruno Barać, PhD, Senior Assistant, Department of Psychology, University of Split, Croatia
•    Lana Pehar, Assistant, PhD student, Department of Psychology, University of Split, Croatia
•    Đenita Tuce, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
•    Katya de Giovanni, PhD, Senior Lecturer, University of Malta, Malta
•    Marijana Markovikj, PhD, Full professor, University of Cyril and Methodius, Skopje, Institute for Sociological Political and Juridical Research, Macedonia
•    Vladimir Mihić, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Novi Sad, Serbia
•    Ksenija Krstić, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Belgrade, Serbia
•    Laura Lacalle Piñero, Departamento de Psicología, Facultad de Ciencias de la Educación, University of Cadiz, Spain
•    Burcu Soy Telli, Ph.D., Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Nevsehir Haci Bektas Veli University, Türkiye
•    Dorota Jendza, Faculty of Management, University of Gdansk
•    Łucja Bieleninik, Institute of Psychology, University of Gdańsk.

Organizing Committee:
•    Ivana Jadrić, PhD, Assistant Professor
•    Bruno Barać, PhD, Senior Assistant
•    Lana Pehar, Assistant, PhD, Assistant
•    Paula Andabak Pivac, Assistant
•    Marin Sarić.

Conference topics:

Mental health in times of global crises
The role of technology in clinical practice
Innovations in diagnosis and therapy
Adapting workplaces and managing organizational change
Employee mental health – new challenges and new approaches in organisations
Leadership challenges of today – leadership challenges of tomorrow
Trends and challenges of consumer behaviour
Remote and hybrid work models
New approaches in psychology research methodology
Building resilience and adaptability in students and educators
The Role of Educational Psychology in Shaping 21st-Century Learning Environments
Emotional and social support during global changes
Transitioning from formal education to the labour market
New challenges in ethics in psychology
The psychology of the digital generation.

Abstract instructions: Abstracts should be limited to 250 words and presented in a single paragraph. The abstract must provide a concise summary of the aim, main topic, and key outcomes of the presentation. If the presentation reports on research, the abstract should include the primary research question(s), the subjects, the methodology, and the main findings. List of the five keywords should be included at the end.

Poster’s instructions: Presenters are responsible for creating and bringing their own posters, which must be delivered at the latest, the day before the conference. During the poster session, presenters should be ready to discuss their work and respond to questions. Details regarding the poster format will be provided directly to the authors once their proposals have been accepted.

Full paper instructions: Submissions should conform to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (7th edition). Ensure that all references cited in the text are accurately reflected in the reference list. Submissions must not exceed 5,000 words in length.

All abstracts and full papers will be subject to a double-blind peer review process and categorized accordingly.

Where to Stay during the Event?

For the duration of the conference, we recommend staying at the AC Marriott Split, the venue where the conference will take place. The hotel offers modern and comfortable accommodations with numerous amenities, and staying on-site ensures easy access to all conference activities.

You can make a reservation at a discounted rate through the following link.

If this option does not suit you, Split offers a wide range of accommodations, including hotels and apartments, which can be found on various platforms such as Booking.com, Airbnb, and others.

How to submit an abstract?

To submit an abstract or make a registration, please fill in the following registration form.

Full papers should be submitted via email to: psychologyconference@ffst.hr.

More information: psychologyconference@ffst.hr.

Conference flyer can be downloaded here.

DOCUMENTS:

You can download the program here.
You can download the book of abstracts here.
You can download the proceedings here.

FFST - Psychology conference

PSYCHOLOGY IN TRANSITION: ADAPTING TO RAPIDLY CHANGING WORLD

19th September 2025 in Split, Croatia