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Join JMIR Mental Health and SODP at APA 2026: San Francisco Bound!

Written by JMIR Publications | Apr 28, 2026 2:57:39 PM

The future of mental health is digital, and this May, the conversation is moving to San Francisco. JMIR Publications is thrilled to announce our attendance at the American Psychiatric Association (APA) Annual Meeting, taking place from May 16–19, 2026, at the Moscone Center. As the world’s leading open-access publisher in digital health, were descending on the City by the Bay to connect with our incredible community of authors, reviewers, and innovators.

Key Takeaways
Direct Access to Leadership: Connect with Dr. John Torous, Editor-in-Chief of JMIR Mental Health and head of the Society of Digital Psychiatry (SODP), at Booth #1051 on Sunday, May 17 (10 AM–12 PM) and Monday, May 18 (12 PM–2 PM).
Exclusive Author Rewards: Visit the booth to receive a unique author discount code for your next submission to JMIR Publications and pick up limited-edition JMIR swag.
AI & Digital Innovation Resources: Access Dr. Torous’s curated Editor's Top Articles for AI and mental health and download essential conference flyers at the JMIR APA 2026 Landing Page.

 

📅 Meet the Editor: John Torous, MD, MBI

We are hosting exclusive Meet the Editor sessions at our booth! We invite you to come and meet John Torous, the editor-in-chief of JMIR Mental Health and the co-leader of the Society of Digital Psychiatry (SODP).

Why stop by? Dr. Torous is a leading voice in psychiatric innovation. If you're interested in AI, mobile mental health, or equity in digital care, this time is the perfect chance to chat with one of the field's top experts. Dr. Torous will be available at booth #1051 during the following times:

  • Sunday, May 17: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

  • Monday, May 18: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

📍 Visit Us at Booth #1051

Make Booth #1051 your home base in the exhibit hall. We have plenty of reasons for you to stop by throughout the conference:

  • Learn About SODP: Discover how the Society of Digital Psychiatry is building a hub for clinicians to evaluate and integrate digital tools.

  • Exclusive JMIR Merch: Come say hi and pick up some limited-edition JMIR Publications swag!

  • Author Perks: Planning your next manuscript? Stop by to grab an exclusive author discount code to use on your next submission to JMIR Publications.

Get a Head Start on Innovation

Can’t wait until the conference? We’ve curated resources to help you prepare for the conference. Visit our JMIR APA 2026 Landing Page to:

  • Preview Dr. John Torous’s Picks: Navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of digital psychiatry with this curated selection of the year's most impactful research on AI and mental health, hand-picked by JMIR Mental Health Editor-in-Chief, John Torous.
  • Download Conference Flyers: Get digital versions of our latest calls for papers and journal guides to share with your department.

Event Details At-A-Glance

  • What: APA Annual Meeting 2026
  • Where: Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA
  • Booth: #1051
  • Dates: May 16–20, 2026

We can’t wait to meet you in person, discuss your research, and celebrate the milestones being made in digital mental health. See you in San Francisco!

Find out more about the APA 2026 Annual Meeting here.