Poster Abstract Submission - August 23-October 15, 2021

Abstract Deadline:  October 15, 2021 at 11:59 PM PDT

Notification of  Acceptance:  Dec. 6, 2021

The American Academy of Health Behavior invites you to submit your abstracts to be considered for poster presentations at the scientific meeting March 13-16, 2022 in Key Largo, Florida. This year's meeting theme is The Science of Health Behaviors in Times of Crises.Between the COVID-19 pandemic, weather disasters across the globe, civil unrest triggered by the deaths of Black men (e.g., George Floyd), and the current Afghanistan crisis, the world is responding and behaving in a way unlike ever before, particularly when it comes to health, economics, social relations, policy, and much more. It has never been more important to explore and understand the ways crises are felt at every level, and how they impact the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

General Guidelines- PLEASE READ CAREFULLY 

We particularly encourage submissions that are related to the meeting theme. Abstracts related to other health behavior topics are also welcome for submission. Preference will be given to quantitative and qualitative research-based abstracts that report complete results. 

Abstracts must be submitted by October 15, 2021 at 11:59 PM, Pacific Daylight Time. We welcome submissions from both members and non-members. Authors will be notified of the status of their submission(s) by December 6, 2021.

You may submit no more than 3 abstracts as first author. If you submit more than 3 abstracts as first author, you will be asked to select abstracts for withdrawal. There are no limits on co-authorship. If your abstract is accepted for presentation, it is expected that you and/or a co-author will register for the conference and be present for your session. All presenters/abstract authors will be responsible for their conference-related expenses (e.g., meeting registration). AAHB is offering reduced Early Bird Conference Registration Rates through Jan. 15, 2022.  Information on registration rates and hotel accommodations can be found here:  2022 Conference Overview.  

Regular ABSTRACT SUBMISSION DEADLINE October 15, 2021 11:59 pm PDT 

Regular Abstract Submission Authors will be notified of the status of their submission(s) by December 6, 2021

Both members and non-members are encouraged to submit abstracts for the scientific meeting. 

For more details about the abstract submission process and to submit an abstract, see links below.

• Click here to review an example of a poster research presentation abstract. 
• Click here to view the poster research presentation abstract review criteria. 
• Submit Poster Abstract

Annual Poster Presentation Awards for Regular Poster Abstract Submissions

During the submission process, you will be asked if you would like to be considered for a poster award. AAHB recognizes outstanding posters in the following categories: 

Click here to view the award winning research posters from prior years.

A Note about the Ongoing and Unstable COVID Situation: We recognize the COVID-19 pandemic is everchanging and brings with it challenges relative to planning for travel and conference presentation. AAHB’s planning committee is closely and continually monitoring the situation, and will update members, participants, and abstract submitters on any changes to the conference and/or its delivery. As such, we encourage you to submit your abstract proposals despite any feelings of uncertainty regarding attendance at an in-person conference. More information on our flexible withdrawal policy and registration information can be found on the website linked above.

To submit an abstract, please click on the link below to be directed to the AAHB website to "register" for the event. The "register" button will be used to submit the abstract. You must register for each abstract you submit. Multiple abstract submissions are allowed, and you will need to register for each submission. For example, if you plan to submit two abstracts, you must register for each abstract, separately. 

Click on the button below to go to the registration page to submit a Poster Abstract