Negative Parenting, Epigenetic Age, and Psychological Problems
Association for Child & Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH)
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In this Papers Podcast, Dr. Stefanos Mastrotheodoros (above) and Dr. Marco Boks discuss their co-authored JCPP paper ‘Negative parenting, epigenetic age, and psychological problems: prospective associations from adolescence to young adulthood’. Discussion points include: Definition of the term ‘epigenetic age’ and what is known about its association with stress. Insight into ‘softer negative parenting indicators’ in the context of the study. Should ‘epigenetic clocks’ be used as a diagnostic or assessment tool in mental health services. The implications of the findings for child and adolescent mental health professionals.
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Parental Mental Health: Childhood Outcomes and Importance of Creating Positive Relationships
Starting a family can be a considered a big milestone for some, however the transition to parenthood can be difficult for both men and women, with the exacerbation or onset of mental health problems following parenthood. Now it its third year, UK Parent Mental Health Day (27 January) aims to challenge the stigmas surrounding parents’ and carers’ mental health. This UK Parent Mental Health Day, we encourage you to explore the learning opportunities available on our website, and to share with your networks.
The importance of mentoring
On Wednesday 17 January, we celebrated International Mentoring Day. Dr. Luis Farhat kindly blogged for ACAMH on the importance of mentoring and shares his experience of being part of the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry?(JCPP)’s Affiliate Editor (AE) program to support, through mentorship, young professionals in child and adolescent mental health.
RESEED – the perceived impact of an enhanced usual care model of a novel, teacher-led, task-shifting initiative for child mental health
Video abstract from Setareh Ekhteraei and Choden Dukpa on their co-authored CAMH journal Short Research Article ‘RESEED – the perceived impact of an enhanced usual care model of a novel, teacher-led, task-shifting initiative for child mental health’. There is an overview of the paper, methodology, key findings, and implications for practice. Watch the video above, via our website, or YouTube channel
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Mood Disorders in Children and Young People: What is new? Emanuel Miller International Conference 2024
The 2024 Emanuel Miller International Conference, will address the recognition and diagnosis of mood disorders in children and young people. It will revisit postulated mechanisms and risk factors, refer to major treatment trials and treatment guidelines, address the complexity of treating co-morbid conditions, offer treatment algorithms and provide an update on our understanding of the early onset, and the often resistant to treatment, of the chronic and recurring nature of mood disorders. Don’t miss;
Professor Boris Birmaher ‘The Challenging of Diagnosing Pediatric Bipolar Disorder’ Professor Valeria Mondelli ‘Mechanisms underlying depression: immunopsychiatry’ Dr. Matthew Hodes, Professor Andrea Cipriani ‘Antidepressants in Children and Adolescents: Meta-Review of Efficacy, Tolerability and Suicidality in the Acute Treatment’
PLUS; Professor Bernadka Dubicka, Professor Argyris Stringaris, Dr. Matthew Hodes, Dr. Rasim Somer Diler
Understanding and supporting children looked after and adopted children
It is recognised that the children looked after population is often on clinical caseloads, yet there appears to be little discussion around both the impact of their early life experiences on their neuropsychology, and the practical aspects of working with this specific population due to this. This webinar will focus on the mental health of children looked after and adopted children. 12 March 2pm UK.
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How should we best improve the behaviour and relationships of children aged 2 to 10 who display disruptive and challenging behaviour?
As part of the ‘Professor Judy Dunn Webinar Series’ we are delighted to welcome?Professor Stephen Scott. Stephen will share his expert knowledge and insights into the harmful long-term effects of disruptive behaviour if left untreated, tips and techniques that are effective, and how the evidence can deliver positive results. 6 February 2024 1pm UK, see website for details and registration.
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Featured Papers from ACAMH journal JCPP
Open Access paper from the JCPP
Conduct disorder (CD) and oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) both convey a high risk for maladjustment later in life and are understudied in girls. Here, we aimed at confirming the efficacy of START NOW, a cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavior therapy-oriented skills training program aiming to enhance emotion regulation skills, interpersonal and psychosocial adjustment, adapted for female adolescents with CD or ODD.
Authors: Christina Stadler, Christine M. Freitag, Arne Popma, Lucres Nauta-Jansen, Kerstin Konrad, Eva Unternaehrer, Katharina Ackermann, Anka Bernhard, Anne Martinelli, Helena Oldenhof, Malou Gundlach, Gregor Kohls, Martin Pr?tzlich, Meinhard Kieser, Ronald Limprecht, Nora M. Raschle, Noortje Vriends, Robert L. Trestman, Marietta Kirchner, Linda Kersten
Open Access paper from the JCPP
Participatory arts-based (PAB) programmes refer to a diverse range of community programmes involving active engagement in the creation process that appear helpful to several aspects of children’s and young people’s (CYP) mental health and well-being. This mixed-methods systematic review synthesises evidence relating to the effectiveness and mechanisms of change in PAB programmes for youth.
Authors: Emma Williams, Sarah Glew, Hannah Newman, Agneiska Kapka, Nicola Shaughnessy, Ruth Herbert, Jackie Walduck, Annette Foster, Paul Cooke, Ruth Pethybridge, Caitlin Shaughnessy, Siobhan Hugh-Jones
Open Access paper from the JCPP
Previous study has shown that a brief cognitive-behavioral prevention insomnia program could reduce 71% risk of developing insomnia among at-risk adolescents. This study aimed to evaluate the differential response to insomnia prevention in subgroups of at-risk adolescents.
Authors: Si-Jing Chen, Shirley Xin Li, Jihui Zhang, Siu Ping Lam, Joey Wing Yan Chan, Kate Ching-Ching Chan, Albert Martin Li, Charles M. Morin, Yun Kwok Wing, Ngan Yin Chan
Call for abstracts
ACAMH Malta welcome abstracts related to loss and cultivating strength in children and adolescents. We are especially looking for presenters to discuss aspects related to trauma and loss to help children cope. Successful applicants will present at the ACAMH Malta Annual Conference – ‘Navigating Loss, Cultivating Strength: Strategies for Enhancing Children’s Mental Health’, Thursday 25 and Friday 26 April 2024 at Villa Arrigo. For full details please visit the website
Great insights! Remember what Nelson Mandela once said - It always seems impossible until it's done. The work in improving child mental health is challenging but incredibly important. Keep pushing the boundaries! ??????