World Association for Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy (WAPP)
The World Association for Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy (WAPP e.V.) is the global umbrella organization for the method of Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy. Founded in Germany and registered as a non-profit, non-governmental professional association based in Wiesbaden, WAPP unites more than 3,000 individual members, national associations, training centers, and representative offices across more than 65 countries.
WAPP is dedicated to advancing the theory, methodology, and practice of Positive Psychotherapy (PPT after Peseschkian, since 1977)™ in a transcultural, humanistic, and resource-oriented spirit. Through its certified training programs, international conferences, continuing education, and certification pathways, the Association supports practitioners, trainers, and institutions worldwide in fostering mental health, well-being, and cross-cultural sensitivity.
o provide a forum for the presentation of high quality, original scientific work in the field of hydrocephalus and CSF disorders
o provide a specialist forum for discussion of advanced Neuro-imaging techniques in the field of hydrocephalus and CSF disorders
o encourage research to improve outcomes and enhance CSF shunt survival in paediatric and adult CSF disorders
o provide an educational program to increase the understanding of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus by Physicians and Allied Healthcare Professionals
o provide a forum for exchange of best clinical practice recommendations for Hydrocephalus Nurse Specialists (Adult and Pediatric)
o promote exchange of innovative ideas in the field of CSF shunt engineering
o increase the understanding of hydrocephalus and related disorders by doctors in training
o promote the exchange of clinical, practical and scientific information and ideas in the field of Hydrocephalus and CSF disorders
o provide delegates with an opportunity to network with colleagues
o enable participants to keep up to date with industry research and developments