UNAIR NEWS – The 13th International Convention of Asia Scholars (ICAS) is in its third day. participants could choose from various discussion topics with international experts. One notable topic was “Healing Through Humanity,” focusing on social healing processes.
Held at the Postgraduate Building of Universitas Airlangga, the panel featured speakers such as Associate Professor Dr. Basanta Prasad Adhikari and Dr. Ciptasari Prabawanti.
The 13th ICAS spans six days, from July 27 to August 1, 2024. This international conference is a collaboration between Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) through Airlangga Institute for Indian Ocean Crossroad (AIIOC) and International Institute for Asian Studies (IIAS). Participants can enjoy a range of activities, including exhibitions, film screenings, heritage walks, and more.
Understanding “Healing Through Humanity”
Healing has various definitions for different individuals. For Dr Adhikari, healing involves taking responsibility for oneself and others. The researcher from Oxford School Chain emphasized several key points to achieve this.
The first is self-reflection and growth. He also highlighted the importance of human interconnection. As humans, we must show love and care for one another. “We must understand others. However, we first need to understand ourselves and know what we want to achieve,” he said.
Dr Adhikari further stressed the importance of fostering empathy, as it encourages individuals to develop a sense of belonging and responsible behavior.
Social environment role in healing
Dr Prabawanti from Universitas Ahmad Dahlan continued the discussion, noting that medical treatment alone is insufficient for healing. “The biomedical model is no longer the sole method of healing, which is why the biopsychosocial model has emerged with more advantages,” she explained.
The biopsychosocial model addresses the emotional and psychological aspects of patients, often overlooked in the healing process but crucial to consider. “Social and cultural environments influence human health,” she added.
Moreover, Ciptasari explained that the biopsychosocial model brings several benefits. For instance, patients who receive biopsychosocial healing are more likely to do more activities compared to those who do not. This method is also considered more cost-effective than the biomedical model.
Author: Afifah Alfina
Editor: Edwin Fatahuddin
