정신건강의학과 의사의 사회공헌: 대한신경정신의학회 활동을 중심으로

• 영문명: The Social Responsibility of Psychiatrists: Initiatives of the Korean Neuropsychiatric Association
• 발행기관: 대한신경정신의학회
• 저자명: 정찬승
• 간행물 정보: 『신경정신의학』제64권 제3호, 122~128쪽, 전체 7쪽
• 주제분류: 의약학 > 정신과학
• 파일형태: PDF
• 발행일자: 2025.08.31

국문 초록

Psychiatrists play a pivotal role in sustaining the mental resilience and social cohesion of contemporary society. Beyond clinical practice, their commitment to public mental health constitutes a profound form of social responsibility. This article presents the evolving landscape of social responsibility among psychiatrists in Korea, centering on the initiatives led by the Korean Neuropsychiatric Association’s Social Responsibility Committee. Since its formal establishment in 2018, the Committee has transitioned from direct outreach to vulnerable populations toward capacity-building, intersectoral collaboration, and systemic advocacy, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and large-scale disasters. The key domains of activity include disaster mental health response, support for trauma-informed journalism, mental health services for artists, refugees, and migrants, and public advocacy through media commentary. Notably, psychiatrists have developed mental health guidelines for journalists and interpreters in disaster settings, established peer support groups for media professionals, and spearheaded outreach efforts such as “MIND RUN,” a running-based mental health initiative. These efforts exemplify a comprehensive model of psychiatric engagement that integrates clinical insight, community participation, and ethical leadership. By articulating the core principles—mental health promotion, capacity enhancement, strategic partnerships, efficiency, and mutual growth—this contribution underscores the significance of psychiatry’s public mission. In doing so, it reaffirms the psychiatrist’s role not only as a healer of individuals, but also as a responsible agent within the collective fabric of society.

목차

사회공헌의 출발점

대한신경정신의학회 사회공헌활동 5가지 원칙

사회공헌의 실천

사회공헌의 의미

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키워드

Social responsibility Disasters Psychological trauma Journalism Lifestyle 사회공헌 재난 심리적 트라우마 언론 라이프스타일