Introduction to the Special Issue on the 39th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies: Scalable strategies to address the impact of trauma worldwide

Abstract

This editorial summary provides an overview of the 39th annual meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) held from November 1–4, 2023. The meeting, themed “Scalable Strategies to Address the Impact of Trauma Worldwide: Innovations and Implementation,” encouraged presenters to focus on the scalability of traumatic stress research and practice. The articles presented at the meeting, which form this issue, cover a broad spectrum of topics, from basic biological mechanisms to innovative digital engagement to population-wide treatments. These articles emphasize eliminating biases in research design and psychiatric practice, promoting health equity, and addressing the unique challenges of traumatic stress. This summary underscores the importance of scalability in developing flexible, dynamic, and inclusive mental health care interventions.