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Self-Perceptual Bias and Internalizing Symptoms: Implications for ADHD
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood neurodevelopmental disorder, affecting 5 – 7% of school-aged children.1 Given that many children with ADHD experience difficulty paying attention and managing impulsive behaviors, it is not surprising that children with ADHD often struggle with basic tasks, such as schoolwork, daily routines, and social interactions.
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Help yourself (but get some support): meta-analysis of self-help interventions for children
We know that poor mental health in childhood is associated with poorer quality of life, increased likelihood of having a mental health disorder in adulthood and poorer occupational and social outcomes. We also know that there are numerous effective interventions for mental health problems, with over 750 treatment protocols for evidence-based psychological treatments in children. However, demand for treatment outstrips supply.
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Cognitive processes mediate the post-traumatic stress trajectory in adolescents
A new study has shown that cognitive processes shape the early reactions of children and adolescents to traumatic stressors, and mediate the transition to persistent and clinically significant post-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSS).
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Mindfulness-based interventions improve depression and anxiety outcomes in youths
In 2019, Darren Dunning and colleagues compiled a Research Review for the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry in which they evaluated, for the first time, the efficacy of MBIs on cognition and mental health in adolescents <18 years-of-age.
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Professor Keith Hawton ‘Self-harm in children and adolescents: a major health and social problem of our time’ – Jack Tizard Memorial Lecture and National Conference 2019
Jack Tizard Memorial Lecture: Professor Keith Hawton ‘Self-harm in children and adolescents: a major health and social problem of our time’. ACAMH members can now receive a CPD certificate for watching this recorded lecture. Simply email membership@acamh.org
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2019 Jack Tizard Memorial Lecture and National Conference
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In Conversation…Parenting with Prof. Stephen Scott
In this podcast, Professor Stephen Scott talks about using parenting as an intervention in young people’s mental health and future prospects.
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Neuroscience Edition
Welcome to this Neuroscience themed edition of The Bridge.
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The Royal College of Psychiatrists is currently promoting the neurosciences in its curriculum, for training Psychiatrists of the future. One of the many reasons for this is to develop more “Parity of Esteem” between physical and mental health conditions. -
In Conversation… Psychosis with Dr. Helen Fisher
Discover how Helen Fisher is involving immersive art to raise awareness of psychosis in young people.
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