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In this Papers Podcast, Dr. Nicholas Fabiano discusses his JCPP Advances Methodological Review ‘How to optimize the systematic review process using AI tools’. Discussion points include: The changing face of systematic reviews with the emergence of AI. It’s advantages, as well as the risks and limitations. What a balanced use of AI would look like.
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The ACAMH Awards form an important part of Our Vision of ‘Sharing best evidence, improving practice’ as they will inspire the future of the field through better understanding of why children and young people experience difficulties and what promotes their wellbeing. We urge you to nominate yourself, nominate others, and nominate Teams.
Past winner of the award for Undergraduate Clinical Trainee, Clara Faria, said “It was actually the greatest honour of my life so far. It was very special to receive that prize. It was a really a big surprise to me, sometimes I have a bit of imposter syndrome, it was 100% a surprise when Professor Cortese announced my name, so it was extra special because of that.” You too can be a winner but you need get nominating.
Research is increasingly showing the benefits of spending time outdoors on our mental health. Studies are often about adults rather than children and young people, and about how spending free time outdoors can be of benefit. However, there is less known about how and why we might support young people to be outdoors to prevent mental health problems, or in treatment settings if they do have poor mental health. Learn more about the evidence base.
Professor Henrik Larsson said – “The journal is at an exciting phase of development inviting new article types like registered reports protocols and replication studies. I encourage all the researchers keen to publish their research that follows scientific rigour, reaches readers without restrictions of paywall and contributes to societal impact, to submit to our journal.”
Addressing the sexual abuse of children and young people, and managing harmful sexual behavior, requires a comprehensive, evidence-based approach. Prevention and intervention strategies must be multifaceted, involving education, family and community support, therapeutic interventions, and robust reporting systems.
Living with Tourette Syndrome can impact the lives of those living with the condition and those around them (Tourettes Action, 2024). The visible nature of tics can lead to stigma, embarrassment, anxiety, or depression related to their symptoms (Piedad and Cavanna, 2016; Malli et al 2016). Perhaps one of the biggest challenges for people living with Tourette Syndrome is managing the reactions of others (Anderson et al, 2024).
Autistic children and teenagers vary considerably in their individual strengths and difficulties (SIGN 2016), with many having co-existing conditions which can make getting the right support more challenging (Maskey 2013). They often grapple with intense emotions like anxiety, stress, depression, and anger. Even minor triggers, can lead to meltdowns. After school, they may come home utterly exhausted, needing significant time alone to recuperate. There are several common challenges faced by autistic teenagers, and by having a better understanding of these you can develop a clearer plan to offer even better support than you are now.
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We know that there is a bidirectional association between sleep duration/quality and depressive symptoms in youth. In adult populations depressive symptoms and circadian rhythms have also been linked. In this paper, we established an association between chronotype and depressive symptoms in middle adolescence, independently of poor sleep and prior mental health difficulties.
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You DO NOT have to be an ACAMH Member to come to our events. All ACAMH webinars are centred around evidence-based research, and our speakers are some of the leading lights in the field. ACAMH is a charity, and we receive no government funding, nor do we ask for donations. We try to keep our costs as low as possible. Don’t forget as a charity any surplus made is reinvested back as we work to our vision of ‘Sharing best evidence, improving practice’.
Can’t make it on the day? Don’t worry! Delegates have exclusive access to recordings and slides for 90 days after the event, plus a personalised CPD certificate via email.
Professor Tony Attwood discusses the stages in the development of special interests, their sequence, and the reasons why special interests occur as part of the overall profile of Autism. The perspective of parents, teachers, and the autistic person are explored and strategies are outlined to make constructive use of the interest.
Learning outcomes; How, and why, special interests develop. Building self-confidence with the special interest. Making positive use to empower, inspire, and engage. Dispelling myths with evidence-based facts. Reduce meltdowns when the special interest isn’t available. Incorporating special interests into the curriculum. Effective management techniques to make life less stressful. Easy strategies that make a real difference to peoples lives
2 July, 9am-12pm, UK time. Full details online
4 x 2 hour webinars from just ￡40
The object of the seminars is that given the introduction of Mandatory Reporting it is likely that there will be increasing numbers of sexually abused children and young people identified. The seminars will present current approaches to working with children and young people who have been sexually abused and those responsible for sexually harmful behaviour, and approaches to prevention. Starts September. Full details online
EARLY BIRD ENDS SOON! Trauma in children and young people – understanding the range of impact and treatment options
This face-to-face conference in Southampton will dive deep into the challenges of effectively working with traumatised young people and their families, while also addressing the pivotal role of systems in mitigating secondary trauma.
FREE ACAMH Posters! Helping You, Help Others
As part of our commitment to sharing information and best practice globally, we are delighted to offer you the chance to get FREE A3 posters, including FREE delivery! Order now and be part of the advancement of child and adolescent mental health.
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