Changing perceptions on technological therapy

Educating parents in computer-based therapies for youths with mental health disorders may improve uptake of this therapeutic modality by affected families.

1 February 2018

Autism & Intellectual Disabilities – Expert analysis, new research: what works

The Jack Tizard Memorial Lecture and Conference will be held over 2 days, day one focussing on Intellectual Disabilities, day two on Autism.  Under the theme ‘Expert analysis, new research: what works’ you will hear from world-leading experts delivering the latest evidence and best practice examples, that will shape people’s knowledge. Sharing new research, disseminating […]

Event type

National Conference

Location

London

An Interview with ‘Mr ACAMH’ – Professor Eric Taylor

Professor Eric Taylor has been at the heart of ACAMH for over 50 years. We caught up with the past Chair of ACAMH, and editor of JCPP to discuss his career.

2 January 2018

ADHD traits linked to tantrums in preschool children

A survey of 154 parents of French preschool children found that the children who were rated as being more emotionally labile were also prone to ADHD symptoms.

2 January 2018

Fighting for attention

To present a more complete picture of a highly heritable disorder, The Bridge has spoken to two parents of children with ADHD about the challenges and concerns that it can present.

2 January 2018

Telephone support for parents in ADHD

Due to its high prevalence, treating ADHD can place a burden on services. Self-help and remote interventions could offer a way to deliver treatment at scale, if they’re effective.

2 January 2018

Societal context of ADHD

Paul McArdle, CAMHS Consultant, Honorary Senior Lecturer and ADHD specialist, spoke to The Bridge about the societal context of ADHD and a pilot programme he ran to try and reach children leaving care, many of whom suffered from the disorder.

2 January 2018

Unpicking assessment for Adult ADHD

Variability in assessment methods could be behind the vast range of rates given for the persistence of ADHD into adulthood – from 5% up to 75%.

2 January 2018

Anti Social Behaviour

Multiagency professionals trying to deter children from developing antisocial or criminal behaviour should focus on enhancing children’s emotional awareness or affective empathy, according to a recent study of vulnerable children in Amsterdam.

1 December 2017

A postcard from Malta

“It’s all to do with education and standards, and trying to bridge that gap”

1 December 2017