Artificial Intelligence And Its Potential For Supporting Clinical Observations Of Child Behaviour 'Mind The Kids': An ACAMH podcast

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In the premiere episode of Mind the Kids , Dr. Jane Gilmour and Professor Umar Toseeb delve into the world of the Manosphere—an online space where misogynistic content is widespread, especially among young men. Together with Professor Harriet Over , they examine the mental health implications, the growing concerns of educators, and the urgent need for research and community-specific interventions. The episode unpacks how online influence shapes gender attitudes, the complexities of radicalisation, and the critical role of positive male role models. The conversation highlights the necessity of understanding young people's motivations and the impact of social media algorithms in spreading harmful content. Key Takeaways The Manosphere poses a real concern for the mental health of young men. Misogynistic content is increasingly accessible and influential online. Educators are noticing the effects and express growing concern about the Manosphere’s reach. There is a pressing need for more research to understand the Manosphere and its effects. The relationship between consuming online content and developing misogynistic attitudes is complex and not always direct. Effective interventions must be tailored to the unique needs of different communities. Positive male role models are essential to counteract harmful online influences. It is vital to create safe spaces for open conversations about misogyny and gender attitudes. Understanding what draws young people to these communities is key to designing effective solutions. Social media algorithms play a significant role in what content young people see and engage with.…

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Safer Use of Antipsychotics in Youth 25:01

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What is the culture around prescribing antipsychotics to young people? Are there concerns around over-prescribing antipsychotics in young people? How can we reduce antipsychotics use in children and adolescents? All this and more answered as Jo Carlowe interviews Dr. Robert Penfold about the Safer Use of Antipsychotics in Youth (SUAY) pragmatic trial, as published in the JCPP.…

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Can oral interventions in late primary school years be effective? 33:37

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How important is language for children’s development? Is there a relationship between language difficulties and socioeconomic status? Do language interventions improve other aspects of development? All this and more answered as Professor Umar Toseeb interviews Professor Charles Hulme about his recent research into the efficacy of the Oral Language for Literacy Intervention (OLLI) programme.…

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Screen Time – is it bad for you? 40:26

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Why is there a growing concern around screen time? Is social media bad for young people’s wellbeing? What is the impact of the digital divide? All this and more answered as Professor Umar Toseeb interviews Professor Pete Etchells about his work, the impact of screen time and social media, and his recent book ‘Unlocked: The Real Science of Screen Time’.…

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Mental Health and Sexual Minority Individuals 31:54

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What does the term ‘sexual minority’ mean? Why might sexual minority adolescents have poorer mental health? How can we support sexual minority youth with their mental health? All this and more answered as Professor Umar Toseeb interviews Dr. Kunle Oginni about his research into the mental health of sexual minority individuals, including young people, using genetic research designs.…

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Childhood Maltreatment and the Maltreatment Measurement Disagreement 33:16

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What are the different ways in which child maltreatment is measured in research? How do different measures of maltreatment impact the relationship with psychopathology? Why are there inconsistencies in reports of maltreatment? All this and more answered as Professor Umar Toseeb interviews Dr. Oonagh Coleman about why prospective and retrospective measures of maltreatment differ.…

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New approach to Autism interventions with Social Stories 36:06

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What are some of the characteristics of autism in childhood? What are Social Stories? How can the Social Stories™ intervention address the social and emotional health of autistic children in UK primary schools? All this and more answered as Professor Umar Toseeb interviews Professor Barry Wright, Dr. Jane Blackwell, Dr. Kerry Bell, and Emma Standley about their pragmatic randomised controlled trial of the Social Stories™ intervention.…

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Global Mental Health and Mental Health Advocacy in Nigeria 33:01

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What is the Asido Foundation? Why is it important to contextualise mental health in Nigeria? What impact does language have in destigmatising mental health in local communities? All this and more answered as Tanatswa Chikaura interviews Professor Jibril Abdulmalik about the Asido Foundation. The Asido Foundation are the recipients of the 2024 ACAMH Innovative Research, Training or Practice in Lower- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) Award.…

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Social Connection and Adolescent Mental Health Difficulties 33:34

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What is social connection? How do the three dimensions of social connection impact mental health? Are there cross-country differences for certain social connection factors and their association with mental health difficulties? All this and more answered as Professor Umar Toseeb interviews Dr. Bettina Moltrecht and Dr. Mauricio Hoffmann about their latest research into social connection and adolescent internalising and externalising symptoms.…

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Breaking the Silence on Youth Participatory Action Research 35:22

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What is Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR)? Why is it important to facilitate YPAR in schools? What is the future for YPAR? All this and more answered as Dr. Clara Faria interviews Jaspar Khawaja and Dr. Chris Bagley about their latest research into Youth Participatory Action Research and the ‘Breaking the Silence’ project.…

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6: Inside the Teen Brain: Screen-agers 53:03

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Watch the episode for FREE on ACAMH Learn In this episode of Inside the Teen Brain: Screenagers, Professor Pete Etchells joins Dr. Jane Gilmour to explore the complex relationship between digital technology and adolescent mental health. Professor Etchells challenges common narratives around screentime, offering a nuanced perspective on the evidence surrounding social media, smartphone use, and attention span in young people. The conversation delves into key research findings, and the need for more precise definitions in studies on technology use. Professor Etchells also highlights the importance of fostering digital literacy and resilience, rather than relying on restrictive policies, to better support adolescents in navigating the digital world. This episode provides valuable insights for professionals, educators, and parents looking to understand and engage with teens' online experiences more effectively. Learning Objectives A. To understand the complexities of the relationship between digital technology and adolescent mental health. B. To explore the evidence behind screentime, social media use, and attention span in young people. C. To recognize the importance of digital literacy and resilience in helping adolescents navigate online experiences.…

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Dr. Kenisha Jackson; Mental Health Care for Marginalised Children 27:19

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What is ‘generational trauma’? Do social inequalities play a role in accessing CAMHS? How important is representation in therapy? All this and more answered as Professor Umar Toseeb interviews Dr. Kenisha Jackson about access to, and experiences of, mental health care for marginalised children.

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Prof. Gonneke Stevens; Mental Health in a Rapidly Changing World 25:49

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10.13056/acamh.13687 Is adolescent mental health an early warning system for contemporary society? Are mental health difficulties in adolescence on the rise? What societal changes are impacting adolescent mental health? All this and more answered as Professor Umar Toseeb interviews Professor Gonneke Stevens about adolescent mental health in a rapidly changing world.…

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5: Inside the Teen Brain: The Heart of the Matter 46:58

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Watch the video at Inside the Teen Brain: The Heart of the Matter In this episode of Inside the Teen Brain, Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore joins Dr. Jane Gilmour to explore the complexities of emotional regulation in adolescence. Dr. Kennedy-Moore discusses how emotions serve as valuable sources of information rather than problems to be eliminated, emphasizing the importance of helping teens develop emotional literacy. The conversation highlights practical strategies, such as using feeling cards, the angry adult formula, and soft criticism, to support young people in understanding and managing their emotions. The episode also delves into the powerful role of peer relationships, social learning, and self-reflection in adolescent development, providing valuable insights for professionals, parents, and educators working with teenagers. Learning Objectives 1. To understand the role of emotions as a source of information rather than just a challenge to be managed. 2. To explore practical techniques that help teenagers improve emotional regulation and social skills. 3. To recognize the significance of peer relationships and social learning in adolescent emotional development.…

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Dimensions of Childhood Adversity - Athena Chow 28:15

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What are Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)? Do meaningful dimensions of childhood adversity exist? Should victimisation be considered an adverse childhood experience? All this and more answered as Professor Umar Toseeb interviews Athena Chow about her latest research into the existence of meaningful dimensions of childhood adversity.…

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Our Children are Our Future: Socio-economic Inequality and Child and Adolescent Mental Health 34:55

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With our children being our future and our long-term societal wellbeing depending on them, Professor Kate Pickett and Professor Richard Wilkinson provide insight into their recent CAMH journal Editorial ‘Socio-economic inequality and child and adolescent mental health’. Richard and Kate are co-authors of the bestselling and award winning The Spirit Level (2009) and The Inner Level (2018). Described by Penguin as ‘the most influential and talked-about book on society in the last decade’, The Spirit Level won the 2010 Bristol Festival of Ideas Book Prize and was the 2012 Publication of the Year of the Political Studies Association. The New Statesman listed it in the Top Ten Books of the Decade, and the Guardian among the 100 most influential books of the century. Learning Objectives 1. The relationship between socio-economic inequality and child and adolescent mental health. 2. What causes the lack of good data in low-and-middle income data. 3. The pathways and mechanisms through which socio-economic inequality affects child and adolescent mental health. 4. The three ways in which inequality effects mental health. 5. The framework for how socio-economic inequalities between societies interacts with socio-economic positions within societies. 6. Issues of causality. 7. What can be done to mitigate the impact of income inequality on child and adolescent mental health. 8. Current gaps in the literature that would be fruitful to address.…

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For better or for worse? Intended and unitended consequences of science communication 37:03

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https://acamhlearn.org/Learning/For_better_or_for_worse_Intended_and_unintended_consequences_of_science_communication/97fc6c78-93ac-485d-98c4-dd35e9272c51 Recently, there has been an increase in the amount of effort dedicated to ensuring that scientific knowledge can be mobilised to make a positive impact on individuals and society. In this Papers Podcast, Dr. Fatos Selita and Professor Yulia Kovas discuss their co-authored JCPP Editorial ‘For better or for worse? Intended and unintended consequences of science communication’. Learning Objectives 1. The pressures and challenges that scientists often face regarding communicating their findings. 2. The three risks that might lead to confusion or unintended consequences of science communication. 3. Insight into the extent to which scientific miscommunication is a problem and examples of where science miscommunication in the field of child psychology and psychiatry can go wrong. 4. The importance of training scientists in science communication and some of the key elements that would be most effective in bridging the gap between scientific research and public understanding. 5. Recommendations for how to avoid and mitigate the impact of key risks in science miscommunication. 6. What journalists and the general public can do to understand science better. For a FREE CPD certificate for listening to this podcast sign up for a free ACAMH Learn account acamhlearn.org…

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‘There, the dance is – at the still point of the turning world’: Coregulation and Dysregulation During Early Development 42:20

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DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13575 In this In Conversation podcast, Professor Sam Wass is joined by Dr. Celia Smith to discuss the science-facing findings of their JCPP Annual Research Review “‘There, the dance is – at the still point of the turning world’ – dynamic systems perspectives on coregulation and dysregulation during early development” and the implications of their findings for practitioners. Learning Objectives 1. Brief overview of the methods used to study early child-caregiver interactions. 2. How new measurement techniques is driving new theory. 3. An overview of the clinical interactions currently available focused on child-caregiver interaction in the 0-3 age range. 4. Insight into six key areas relating to different processes of coregulation and dysregulation in the parent-infant pair. 5. What the reviews find in terms of cultural bias, especially as ideas around caregiver and infant interactions are often based around wester ideals, and how this can be addressed.…

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Maternal Disapproval of Friends: Impact on Peer Status and Child Conduct Problems 23:14

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Maternal Disapproval of Friends: Impact on Peer Status and Child Conduct Problems In this Papers Podcast, Professor Goda Kaniušonytė and Professor Brett Laursen discuss their co-authored JCPP paper ‘Maternal disapproval of friends in response to child conduct problems damages the peer status of pre- and early adolescents’. There is an overview of the paper, key findings, and implications for practice. Learning Objectives 1. Definition of what ‘low peer status’ looks and feels like from the child’s perspective. 2. The types of things mothers were doing to show their disapproval and how this impacted their children. 3. Why this type of parental interference proved counterproductive in terms of conduct behaviours and the children’s peer status. 4. Why peer status decreases when mothers disapprove of friends and why this leads to greater behaviour problems. 5. Advice for parents who disapprove of their child’s friends. 6. Implications of findings for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMH) professionals.…

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Nature and Nurture in Fussy Eating 36:18

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https://acamhlearn.org/Learning/Nature_and_Nurture_in_Fussy_Eating/5c0f0111-dbef-4837-9064-9c5620bbb96a In this Papers Podcast, Dr. Ali Fildes, Dr. Moritz Herle, Dr. Zeynep Nas, and Dr. Clare Llewellyn discuss their co-authored JCPP paper ‘Nature and nurture in fussy eating from toddlerhood to early adolescence: findings from the Gemini twin cohort’. There is an overview of the paper, key findings, and implications for practice. Learning Objectives 1. A definition of ‘food fussiness’ and why we should be concerned with it. 2. How do you determine between ‘food fussiness’ and people liking different things. 3. Adverse outcomes of fussy eating and how common this is in childhood. 4. At what point does fussy eating become an issue? 5. Key findings from the JCPP paper including the trajectory of fussy eating and the impact of genetic differences and environmental influences.…

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Social Media Experiences and Proximal Risk for Adolescent Suicidal Ideation 13:56

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https://acamhlearn.org/Learning/Social_Media_Experiences_and_Proximal_Risk_for_Adolescent_Suicidal_Ideation/d4b12557-f441-4539-89f1-822fb18e1681 Social media has received considerable attention as a potential risk factor for adolescent suicide. In this Papers Podcast, Dr. Jessica Hamilton discusses her JCPP paper ‘Positive and negative social media experiences and proximal risk for suicidal ideation in adolescents’. There is an overview of the paper, key findings, and implications for practice. Learning Objectives 1. The perceived narratives around social media and suicide risk. 2. The importance of the inclusion of young people in the research process. 3. The complex and nuanced relationship between social media and suicidal ideation. 4. Is too much emphasis placed on screen time with regards to suicide risk factors and mental health? 5. The different types of negative and positive social media experiences and the effects these have on suicidal ideation. 6. How this research can inform Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMH) professionals in terms of interventions and prevention of suicide in children and young people. 7. Insights for policymakers and stakeholders.…

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Associations between Developmental Trajectories of Emotional Problems and Early Adult Alcohol Use Behaviours 29:11

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https://acamhlearn.org/Learning/Associations_between_Developmental_Trajectories_of_Emotional_Problems_and_Early_Adult_Alcohol_Use_Behaviours/b43ab080-1dc5-4a54-9b13-ee81a1a9d3ed In this Papers Podcast, Dr. Tong Chen discusses her JCPP paper ‘Developmental trajectories of child and adolescent emotional problems: associations with early adult alcohol use behaviours’. There is an overview of the paper, key findings, and implications for practice. Learning Objectives 1. Why it is important to investigate the relationship between developmental trajectories of emotional problems in childhood and adolescence and subsequent alcohol use in adulthood. 2. The difference between the association between emotional problems in childhood and alcohol use in adulthood in comparison to the association between emotional problems in adolescence and alcohol use in adulthood. 3. Insight into the dataset used (the Twins Early Development Study) and the benefits of the twin-design. 4. The gender differences in the developmental trajectories of emotional problems in childhood and adolescence and subsequent alcohol use in adulthood. 5. The potential clinical implications of the findings.…

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Artificial Intelligence and its Potential for Supporting Clinical Observations of Child Behaviour 32:37

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https://acamhlearn.org/Learning/Artificial_Intelligence_and_its_Potential_for_Supporting_Clinical_Observations_of_Child_Behaviour/54bf300d-d331-4ebe-8a06-b130497db5f8 How can artificial intelligence be used to support clinical observation of child behaviour? Professor Helen Minnis and Professor Alessandro Vinciarelli discuss their recent CAMH paper on ‘The use and potential of artificial intelligence for supporting clinical observation of child behaviour’. Learning Objectives 1. What is currently known about the use of social artificial intelligence (AI) within child and adolescent mental health services. 2. An overview of their recent CAMH paper ( https://doi.org/10.1111/camh.12714 ), including insight into methodology and key findings. 3. Can social AI replicate the kind of implicit feel that clinicians have as a result of their training and experience? 4. The translation of AI into clinical practice. 5. Might policymakers push for the overuse of AI at the expense of clinicians? 6. How social AI might be further developed in the future to support child mental health…

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Exploring Developmental Language Disorder Prevalence, Risk Factors And Support 38:17

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In the run up to Developmental Language Disorder Day on Friday 18 October we talk to Shaun Ziegenfusz, Lecturer, School of SHS - Speech Pathology, Griffith University, and Co-CEO of The DLD Project, Australia. Shaun discusses: 1. What Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is and the typical age of onset. 2. Common co-occurring difficulties that individuals with DLD may present with. 3. The prevalence of DLD and the identification process. 4. DLD and co-morbid mental health conditions and behavioural problems. 5. Helping young people with DLD to recognise and label their emotions and alternative means of mental health support that doesn’t rely on oral language. 6. The efforts being made to raise awareness of DLD, including DLD Awareness Day. 7. Suggestions of resources where you can learn more about DLD. #ListenLearnLike…

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Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace: Teacher Mental Health and Wellbeing 28:33

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https://acamhlearn.org/Learning/Time_to_Prioritize_Mental_Health_in_the_Workplace%3a_Teacher_Mental_Health_and_Wellbeing/cfb51caf-e43d-4f7d-a7c4-13bf32e4466c In this special In Conversation podcast for World Mental Health Day, we are joined by Professor Jonathan Glazzard. The theme for World Mental Health Day 2024 is ‘It is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace’ and this podcast will focus on teacher mental health and wellbeing. Learning Objectives 1. A definition of mental health in terms of teacher wellbeing and the current state of teacher mental health in the United Kingdom. 2. What influences teacher mental health and wellbeing and why teacher mental health and wellbeing is getting worse. 3. The similarities and differences across school sectors, career development, and role types. 4. Is there more that training providers can do outside of what is mandated by the government guidelines? 5. The impact of poor teacher mental health and wellbeing on students. 6. The experiences of marginalised groups and their mental health. 7. The potential solutions and what can be done differently to support resilience. #ListenLearnLike…

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Healthy body—Healthy mind? Does exercise benefit people with ADHD? 25:56

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https://acamhlearn.org/Learning/Healthy_body%e2%80%94Healthy_mind_Does_exercise_benefit_people_with_ADHD/1af29c01-c497-46f9-a6e7-7c1cff5972e4 Shu-Shih (Stone) Hsieh discusses his JCPP Editorial Perspective ‘Healthy body—Healthy mind? Does exercise benefit people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder?’ ( https://doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.14042 ) . There is an overview of the paper, key findings, and implications for practice. Learning Objectives 1. Learn about some of the common treatment plans for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and their limitations. 2. Discover the key findings from research into the impact of exercise on ADHD symptoms. 3. Understand the different types of exercise and whether the type of exercise (such as group) and the intensity has an impact. 4. Explore the mechanisms through which exercise may benefit people with ADHD. 5. Examine the extent to which the mechanisms through exercise and medications work on ADHD symptoms and the associated cognitive deficits are similar and whether one effect is stronger than the other. 6. Recognise the main challenges in translating exercise-based interventions from controlled research environments to real-world applications. 7. Learn about the critical gaps in the current research on the relationship between exercise and ADHD and how strong the evidence base is. #ListenLearnLike…

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Impact of Type, Timing and Duration of Exposure to ACEs on Adolescent Self-harm and Depression 21:06

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https://acamhlearn.org/Learning/Impact_of_Type_Timing_and_Duration_of_Exposure_to_ACEs_on_Adolescent_Self-harm_and_Depression/969af1f1-aa36-4341-935d-8db171153a64 Bushra Farooq discusses her JCPP paper ‘The relationship between type, timing and duration of exposure to adverse childhood experiences and adolescent self-harm and depression: findings from three UK prospective population-based cohorts’. Learning Objectives 1. Insight into the three UK prospective population-based cohorts used and why the use of three cohorts. 2. Exploring the structured life course modelling approach and the accumulation of risk hypothesis. 3. The impact of different developmental stages of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on depression and self-harm. 4. Why the prevalence of adolescent depression and self-harm differed between the cohorts. 5. Why it is necessary to look at self-harm and depression separately. 6. The association between individual ACEs and depression and self-harm. 7. Exposure to parental mental health problems as the most prevalent ACEs in all three cohorts. 8. Implications for clinical practice and other researchers.…

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ACAMH Learn: Revolutionising Child and Adolescent Mental Health Knowledge 13:20

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https://acamhlearn.org/Learning/ACAMH_Learn%3a_Revolutionising_Child_and_Adolescent_Mental_Health_Knowledge/bc9b91c2-9c57-4e83-a3fe-a5e7e81f41d3 For this special In Conversation podcast, we are honoured to spend time talking with Dr. Mark Lovell about the launch of ACAMH Learn. Learning Objectives Insight into ACAMH’s vision and mission and how this has influenced the creation of ACAMH Learn. The core aim of ACAMH Learn and why it is needed now. Why Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continuing Medical Education is so important for child and adolescent mental health professionals. The importance of ACAMH Learn being open access and having a global reach. The three levels of content (Introductory, In Practice and In Depth) and why the content has been pitched this way. The functionality of ACAMH Learn to improve the learning experience and accessibility. How ACAMH Learn will ensure that content is both academically and clinically rigorous. Exciting features of ACAMH Learn – including pick and play where you left off and personalised libraries of content – and future plans for the platform.…

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From Zimbabwe to Cambridge: Discussing Mental Health Research and Advocacy 32:20

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DOI: 10.13056/acamh.35725 In this In Conversation Podcast, Clara Faria is joined by Tanatswa Chikaura , a mental health researcher and advocate, Founder and Director of Ndinewe Foundation , and PhD candidate in the Department of Psychiatry in the University of Cambridge. Tanatswa’s research interests include suicide prevention, trauma, and mental health among autistic children and adults. Tanatswa was acknowledged in 2023 with a Diana Award for her mental health advocacy work. The focus of this podcast is on Tanatswa’s research journey, her mental health advocacy work, and how she conciliates both. Discussion points include: The experience of moving from Zimbabwe to the UK to do an MPhil in Translational Neuroscience at Cambridge, and the process of adapting to a new country whilst studying. Tanatswa’s interest in studying anxiety and autism. Tips for choosing a research topic and supervisor when applying for PhDs. Insight into the Ndinewe Foundation, including what inspired its creation, the main goals and its achievements so far. Advice for young people from low- and middle- income countries who want to apply for postgraduate training in the UK. #ListenLearnLike…

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Night-time Sleep Duration and Later Sleep Timing from Infancy to Adolescence 30:17

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DOI: 10.13056/acamh.33251 In this Papers Podcast, Dr. Isabel Morales-Muñoz discusses her JCPP paper ‘Shorter night-time sleep duration and later sleep timing from infancy to adolescence’ ( https://doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.14004 ). There is an overview of the paper, methodology, key findings, and implications for practice. Discussion points include: Definition of poor sleep health and what the hallmarks are of poor sleep health. The typical trajectory for sleep duration and sleep timing from 6 months to 16 years of age. Persistent shorter sleep and the impact of later chronotype on adverse outcomes. The association between family adversity, as well as lower maternal socioeconomic status during pregnancy, and poor sleep health from infancy to adolescence. Implications for clinicians and CAMH professionals in terms of how patients are screened as well as in terms of treatments and interventions. Recommendations for policymakers. In this series, we speak to authors of papers published in one of ACAMH’s three journals. These are The Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry (JCPP) ; The Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMH) journal ; and JCPP Advances . #ListenLearnLike…

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Prof. Corey Keyes; Flourishing vs Languishing 37:19

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What is the difference between languishing and depression? Is flourishing an indirect route to happiness? What are the six domains of human excellence? All this and more answered as Professor Umar Toseeb interviews Professor Corey Keyes about his work, the positive psychology movement, and the two continua model of mental health.…

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4: Inside the Teen Brain: A Second Chance 32:58

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Watch the video here In this episode, Inside the Teen Brain: A Second Chance, Professor Rosie Meek explores the role of risk-taking, peer influence, and emotional regulation in adolescence, particularly among young people in the criminal justice system. She discusses how participation in structured sports programmes can provide a positive outlet for frustration, improve emotional regulation, and foster transformative changes in identity. Drawing on qualitative findings and real-world examples, Professor Meek highlights how sports settings create opportunities for young people to develop discipline, teamwork, and trust—skills that can translate into healthier behaviours and reduced conflict. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of mentoring and collaborative, youth-centred approaches to engage at-risk adolescents and help them reset their life paths. Learning Objectives 1. To understand the role of structured activities, such as sports, in fostering emotional regulation and identity development among at-risk adolescents. 2. To explore how peer influence and mentoring can support positive behavioural changes in young people. 3. To identify strategies for engaging adolescents in healthy risk-taking opportunities that build trust, discipline, and resilience.…

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Dr. Caitlin Lloyd; Anorexia Nervosa and Neurobiological Mechanisms 18:38

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What are the neural mechanisms of food choice among adolescents with anorexia nervosa (AN)? Is there a link between brain and behaviour among adolescents with AN? Do reward systems play a role early on in illness? All this and more answered as Dr. Clara Faria interviews Dr. Caitlin Lloyd about her research into food choice and neural reward systems in adolescents with anorexia nervosa.…

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Dr. Michelle Sader; ARFID and the Brain 29:15

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What is ARFID? Are there structural differences in the brains of children with ARFID symptoms? Does autism and ARFID share neuroanatomical similarities? All this and more answered as Dr. Clara Faria interviews Dr. Michelle Sader about her research into brain differences in children who show symptoms of avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID).…

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No decision about me, without me: Collaborating with young people in mental health research 32:42

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DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13672 In this Papers Podcast, Dr. Alex Lloyd and Romana Saleh discuss their co-authored JCPP Advances Methodological Review ‘No decision about me, without me: Collaborating with young people in mental health research’. There is an overview of the paper, methodology, key findings, and implications for practice. Learning Objectives 1. Insight into what is meant by Patient Public Involvement (PPI), co-production and co-design and the difference between these terms. 2. Why it is important to include young people with lived experiences in mental health research and how to convince researchers that people with lived experiences have a meaningful contribution to make to the research process. 3. What counts as lived experience and whether it is necessary to have a formal diagnosis to be regarded as having lived experience. 4. Insight into the ‘ladder of participation’ and other frameworks for participation. 5. How researchers can ensure that their engagement with people with lived experience is meaningful and not tokenistic and recommendations for researchers who want to engage with young people with lived experiences in their research.…

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3: Inside the Teen Brain - 'Risky Business' 28:52

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Dr. Jane Gilmour talks to Dr. Dominique Thompson An important part of growing up is taking risks... but are our youngest generation still taking enough risks, or the right kind of risks? Are they in fact 'Generation Sensible', or is this a misunderstanding? How can we support them to take good risks whilst supporting their mental health? We cover all this and more in a fascinating discussion about teen risk taking. Learning Objectives 1. To understand why teens take risks 2. To understand why this generation may be different 3. To discover some practical ways to support healthy risk taking…

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Sleep Parameters and Problems in Adolescents With and Without ADHD 16:15

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DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13671 In this Papers Podcast, Dr. Lena Keuppens discusses her co-authored JCPP Advances Research Review ‘Sleep parameters and problems in adolescents with and without ADHD: A systematic review and meta-analysis’. There is an overview of the paper, methodology, key findings, and implications for practice. This paper was the recipient of the 2024 ACAMH Awards JCPP Advances Best Paper Award. Learning objectives: 1. The rationale behind the paper and the prevalence of sleep problems in adolescence with ADHD. 2. Comparing subjective and objective sleep parameters, sleep problems and sleep hygiene in adolescence with and without ADHD. 3. The importance of taking the subjective experience of sleep problems seriously. 4. The next steps for interventions considering the importance of sleep for mood regulation and for neurodevelopment. 5. Insight into a new sleep intervention for adolescents with ADHD called SIESTA (Sleep IntervEntion as Symptom Treatment for ADHD).…

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Peer 'Inside the Teen Brain' with Dr. Jane Gilmour 19:00

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Dr Jane Gilmour talks about the new ACAMH series 'Inside the Teen Brain'. Jane is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist (Hon) at Great Ormond Street Hospital, and Course Director for postgraduate child development programmes at University College London, where she lectures on neuropsychology, neurodevelopmental conditions (Tourette’s syndrome, autism, OCD) and therapeutic issues. She has published numerous academic articles and chapters on these topics. Her media presence, commenting on young people’s well-being, includes appearances on BBC TV, BBC radio and broadsheet press commissions. How to Have Incredible Conversations with your Child (co-authored with Dr Bettina Hohnen) is her latest book. Using an innovative format, families use the book together in a shared experience to strengthen communication skills and their relationship. She wrote (with co-authors Dr Bettina Hohnen and Dr Tara Murphy), best-seller The Incredible Teenage Brain Book (Everything You Need to Know to Unlock Your Teen’s Potential) which has been translated into numerous languages.…

'Mind the Kids': an ACAMH podcast

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Optimization of Self- or Parent-reported Psychiatric Phenotypes in Longitudinal Studies 28:09

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DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13668 In this Papers Podcast, Dr. Franjo Ivankovic discusses their co-authored JCPP paper ‘Optimization of self- or parent-reported psychiatric phenotypes in longitudinal studies’. There is an overview of the paper, methodology, key findings, and implications for practice. Learning Objectives 1. The reliability and validity of consistent self-endorsement of a given psychiatric diagnosis. 2. Insight into the low agreement between parent-reported, child-reported, and clinician reported psychiatric phenotypes and why these different informants might report different levels of mental health difficulties when the target child is the same. 3. The over-endorsement and under-endorsement of symptoms of mental health difficulties when self-reporting and the impact on the prevalence of mental health conditions. 4. Insight into the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) study and the narrow diagnosis construct. 5. Whether there is evidence of a relationship between the over-endorsement of symptoms of mental health conditions and a high level of public awareness of the symptoms of those conditions. 6. The implications of this study for other researchers and to what extent over-endorsement is a problem across the board in cohort studies and population level investigations, as well as recommendations moving forward.…

'Mind the Kids': an ACAMH podcast

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2: Inside the Teen Brain - A State of Independence 24:37

14 weeks тому24:37

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DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13664 In this episode, Inside the Teen Brain: Youth Experience in CAMHS, Isabella Plows shares her lived experience of accessing Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and reflects on the key factors that supported her recovery. She highlights the importance of building trusting, consistent relationships with professionals, the value of clear communication, and the need for structured and goal-oriented care. Isabella also discusses the challenges young people face while waiting for services, offering practical suggestions such as regular updates, access to resources, and community-based support to bridge this gap. Emphasizing the importance of continuity, she highlights the value of extending CAMHS support to age 25 to better align with ongoing brain development and life transitions. This insightful conversation provides invaluable perspectives for professionals striving to improve services for young people. Learning Objectives A. To understand the importance of building trusting and consistent relationships with young people in mental health services. B. To explore strategies for supporting young people during waiting periods for CAMHS interventions. C. To identify opportunities for improving continuity and structure in mental health care for adolescents and young adults.…

'Mind the Kids': an ACAMH podcast

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Special Educational Needs (SEN) Provision and Academic Outcomes: Exploring the Impact of Teacher Reported Language Difficulties at School Entry 28:16

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DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13665 In this Papers Podcast, Dr. Sarah Griffiths discusses her co-authored JCPP Advances paper ‘Special educational needs provision and academic outcomes for children with teacher reported language difficulties at school entry’. There is an overview of the paper, methodology, key findings, and implications for practice. Learning Objectives 1. Definition of Developmental Language Disorder and other language difficulties, as well as insight into the Surrey Communication and Language in Education Study (SCALES). 2. Context around the English education system and insight into when the identification of various types of difficulties typically starts to happen. 3. The types of Special Educational Needs (SEN) that children might be identified as having during the Primary years at school and the need to distinguish between children who have language impairments and other children who have English as an additional language. 4. The relationship between teacher reported language difficulties at school entry and academic performance at key assessment points throughout primary school. 5. For children with teacher-reported language difficulties at school entry, what predicts receipt of special education provision during primary school?…

'Mind the Kids': an ACAMH podcast

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Emotion Regulation Difficulties and Differences in Autism 32:22

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DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13662 In this Papers Podcast, Dr. Nicky Greaves discusses her JCPP Advances Clinical Review paper ‘Emotion regulation difficulties and differences in autism including demand-avoidant presentations—A clinical review of research and models, and a proposed conceptual formulation: Neural-preferencing locus of control (NP-LOC)’. Learning Objectives 1. Insight into a definition of emotion regulation and emotion dysregulation and what the research says about the emotion regulation difficulties and differences in autistic young people. 2. The impact of core autistic features on emotion regulation in autistic individuals and the relationship between emotion regulation difficulties and demand-avoidant presentations in autism. 3. Effective and ineffective strategies for emotion regulation and the current models for emotion regulation differences for autistic young people. 4. How emotion regulation abilities develop in neurotypical populations. 5. Insight into the Neural Preferencing Locus of Control (NP-LOC) formulation hypothesis in autism and how the NP-LOC model can contribute to our understanding of anxiety and depression in autistic individuals. 6. The practical implications for education and clinical practice and the impact of early interventions and social understanding on emotion regulation in autistic children.…

'Mind the Kids': an ACAMH podcast

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The Diminishing Association between Adolescent Mental Disorders and Educational Performance 29:18

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DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13660 In this Papers Podcast, Associate Professor Magnus Nordmo discusses his co-authored JCPP Advances paper ‘The diminishing association between adolescent mental disorders and educational performance from 2006–2019’. There is an overview of the paper, methodology, key findings, and implications for practice. Learning Objectives 1. If mental health difficulties have increased over time in the child and adolescent population and how different forms of symptom measurement can impact the types of trends we see. 2. What educational performance, independent of mental health conditions, has looked like in the last decade, with a particular focus on Norway. 3. Insight into the hypothesis that increases in mental health difficulties might be driven by pressure to do well educationally. 4. The mental health conditions explored in the paper and what indicators were used, as well as the indicators used for educational performance. 5. The ‘Prevalence Inflation Hypothesis’ (Lucy Foulkes) and how this applies to the findings from this paper. 6. The relationship between mental health disorders and educational performance at the extreme ends of educational performance. 7. The implications for how we view the narrative around increases in adolescent mental health disorders based on the findings and the ‘Paradox of Health’.…

'Mind the Kids': an ACAMH podcast

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1: Inside the Teen Brain - Just be Yourself. Dr. Jane Gilmour talks to Prof. Deborah Christie 39:24

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Watch the video at https://acamhlearn.org/Learning/Inside_the_Teen_Brain_-_Just_be_Yourself/1cda6d0f-b326-4e89-bd94-55fbfaf0654f Description In this episode, Inside the Teen Brain: Just Be Yourself, Professor Deborah Christie joins Dr. Jane Gilmour to discuss the complexities of identity formation during adolescence. Professor Christie explores how creative therapeutic approaches, such as metaphors and frameworks, can provide adolescents with a safe space to reflect on their strengths, abilities, and aspirations. The conversation highlights the significant role of peers, family, and supportive networks in shaping a young person’s sense of self. Professor Christie also emphasizes the importance of fostering environments where adolescents can explore their evolving identities in a positive and empowering way. Drawing on her extensive experience, she shares practical insights for professionals to help young people navigate this pivotal developmental stage. Learning Objectives 1. To understand the key challenges adolescents face in forming their identity. 2. To explore how creative therapeutic techniques can empower young people to reflect on their strengths and aspirations. 3. To recognize the role of peers, family, and supportive networks in shaping adolescent identity.…

'Mind the Kids': an ACAMH podcast

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Personalising Treatment in Child Mental Health: Leveraging and Extending IPDMA Methodology 32:22

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