Words from President of TSCAP
I am incredibly honored to have been elected the 14th and 15th President of the Society. I am deeply grateful for the trust and support of all our members and board members. I will do my utmost, in collaboration with the board members, supervisors, and secretariat team, to continue promoting the Society's various missions and reaching new milestones.
Looking back on my journey, I was a member of the first cohort of trainees in 2004, and it has been 20 years since then. I am deeply humbled by the teachings of my mentors and the weight of responsibility entrusted to me. I will do my best to carry on this legacy.
For this term, I have appointed Yuan-Chang Hsu M.D., Ph.D. as Secretary General. Within our various committees, Professor Susan Shur-Fen Gau will continue as Chair of the Academic Committee, Liu, Shu-Tsen,MD, PhD will lead the Forensic Psychiatry and Mental Disability Assessment Committee, Dr. Hung-jen Liu will chair the Developmental Disabilities and Early Intervention Committee, and I will serve as Convener of the Screening Committee and Chair of the Medical Strategy Committee. Each chairperson will guide their respective committee members in collaboratively working towards fulfilling their duties and ensuring the Society's sustainable development.
With the development of the social economy, the improvement of living standards, and the advancement of medical care, education, and welfare, the phenomenon of a declining birth rate has become increasingly evident, and children have become more precious. Parents are increasingly relying on expert parenting advice and pursuing so-called "correct parenting." In this era of information overload, child and adolescent psychiatrists have become an important pillar of support for parents and teachers.
We are not only experts in child and adolescent psychiatry, but also pillars of support for families. Let us join hands, work together to meet the challenges of the future, and propel the Taiwan Society of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry to new heights.
Chien-Ho Lin
President, Taiwanese Society of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Welcome Message
Dear Colleagues and Dear Friends,
It is with great joy and a warm heart that I welcome you to the 13th Congress of the Asian Society for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions (ASCAPAP 2027), to be held at the NTUH International Convention Center in Taipei, Taiwan, from December 2 to 5, 2027.
Under the theme “Advancing Brain, Mind, and Society for the Next Generation,” ASCAPAP 2027 will bring together clinicians, researchers, educators, trainees, and allied professionals from across Asia and around the world. We hope to create a congress that is not only scientifically inspiring but also filled with energy, warmth, and genuine human connection.
My personal wish is that ASCAPAP 2027 will be remembered not only for the knowledge we share, but also for the moments between sessions—the conversations that spark new ideas, the laughter around the table, the reunion of old friends, and the beginning of new friendships. Science brings us together, but friendship makes our community strong and enduring.
Whether this is your first visit to Taiwan or a return to a familiar place, I warmly invite you to experience Taipei—a vibrant city where tradition and innovation meet, and where rich culture, wonderful food, and heartfelt hospitality await you.
I look forward to welcoming each of you personally and to sharing four unforgettable days filled with inspiring science, lively exchange, laughter, friendship, and the special energy of our international community coming together.
We will be waiting for you in Taipei with open arms and open hearts.
With my warmest welcome,
Susan Shur-Fen Gau, MD, PhDPresident, Organizing Committee of the 13th ASCAPAPHonorary President, TSCAP
