Association for the Advancement of Philosophy and Psychiatry

The Association for the Advancement of Philosophy and Psychiatry (AAPP) is a professional organization that brings together philosophers and psychiatrists to explore the ethical, conceptual, and philosophical issues in mental health care. It aims to improve understanding of mental disorders, treatment practices, and patient rights by fostering collaboration between these fields. The AAPP promotes research, education, and discussion on topics like the nature of mental illness, the ethics of involuntary treatment, and the impact of philosophy on psychiatric practice, ultimately seeking to enhance mental health care through interdisciplinary insights.