The Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH)

27/01/2026

ACAMH Awards 2025 Results – Recognising Advancements in CAMH Research and Practice https://bit.ly/47sbkOu

It is our pleasure to announce the winners of the 2025 ACAMH Awards. To be nominated for an ACAMH Award is a prestigious recognition of those who are at the forefront of the advancement of child and adolescent mental health research and practice. The standard of this year’s nominations was superb.

We would like to congratulate Mr. Sangwoo Richard Jung of King's College London for being awarded the 2025 ACAMH Clinical Trainee of the Year Award.

Our congratulations also go to Mr. Harry Barker of University of Cambridge for being Highly Commended, and to all those shortlisted in this category. https://bit.ly/47sbkOu

26/01/2026

In this episode of Mind the Kids, host Dr. Clara Faria sits down with Dr. Alice Wickersham, Zoe Frith, and Professor Johnny Downs from the CAMHS Digital Lab at King's College London to explore how digital innovation is transforming child and adolescent mental health services.

The team discusses their multi-faceted approach to digital mental health innovation, including developing user-centered digital therapies and assessment tools, creating apps like My Journey and My Health that engage young people at the point of referral, and pioneering electronic health record linkage between CAMHS and education systems.

Listen now to learn more: https://bit.ly/3YrAac5

26/01/2026

ACAMH Awards 2025 Results – Recognising Advancements in CAMH Research and Practice https://bit.ly/47sbkOu

It is our pleasure to announce the winners of the 2025 ACAMH Awards. To be nominated for an ACAMH Award is a prestigious recognition of those who are at the forefront of the advancement of child and adolescent mental health research and practice. The standard of this year’s nominations was superb.

We would like to congratulate Klara Czernin et al. and Araminta Peters-Corbett et al. for both being awarded the 2025 ACAMH ‘Child and Adolescent Mental Health Journal’ Best Paper Award for their papers "Space for youth mental health—coercive measure use before and after architectural innovation at a department of child and adolescent psychiatry" and "Barriers and facilitators of implementation of evidence-based interventions in children and young people’s mental health care – a systematic review".

Klara Czernin et al.'s paper: https://bit.ly/4oAhIcy

Authors: Klara Czernin, Anselm Bründlmayer, Josef S. Baumgartner, Paul L. Plener

Araminta Peters-Corbett et al.'s paper: https://bit.ly/4ox8i1n

Authors: Araminta Peters-Corbett, Sheryl Parke, Holly Bear, Timothy Clarke

Our congratulations also go to Heidi M. Renner et al. for being Highly Commended with their paper "The role of adolescent social inclusion in educational attainment among vulnerable youth" (https://bit.ly/4qSffvC), and to all those shortlisted in this category. https://bit.ly/47sbkOu

26/01/2026

Prof Maggie Snowling 'Rethinking Reading Disorders'.

Rethink how we approach reading disorders with the latest research on language and literacy development.

The Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health's upcoming event offers critical knowledge for educators and clinicians alike.

https://www.acamh.org/event/rethinking-reading-disorders/

26/01/2026

Check out this fantastic Q&A blog with Professor Maggie Snowling on rethinking reading disorders as she to discusses her career, the topic, and her hopes for our upcoming webinar on 03 February.

"Poor literacy can really catapult you towards mental health problems, poor school attendance, and being led down the wrong path in life. At the same time, it’s also really important to think more broadly about what success means, and alternative pathways in education."

Read the full Q&A to learn more. https://bit.ly/4qr5SlY

Plus, why not sign up for our upcoming webinar “Rethinking Reading Disorders” on 03 February 2026. https://bit.ly/3J63vo3

We caught up with the presenter - Prof. Maggie Snowling, Emeritus Professor of Psychology at the University of Oxford and Research Fellow at St John's College - about her career, the topic, and her hopes for the event.

25/01/2026

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy for Adolescents (DBT-A) is a developmentally adapted, evidence-based intervention for young people experiencing emotion dysregulation, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. In recent years, a growing body of evidence such as randomised trials and meta-analyses have suggested DBT-A’s effectiveness across outpatient, inpatient, and community settings.

Read the full blog to explore the latest evidence, applications, and emerging considerations.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy for Adolescents (DBT-A) is a developmentally adapted, evidence-based intervention for young people experiencing emotion dysregulation, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. In recent years, a growing body of evidence such as randomised trials and meta-analyses have suggeste...

25/01/2026

Discover the power of play as a therapeutic tool. 🎲

This 2-hour online session explores how play helps children process emotions, build trust, and heal. Designed for child mental health professionals, the session blends concise presentations with experiential learning, group discussion, and practical reflection.

EARLY BIRD ENDS 31 DECEMBER.

Walk away with actionable techniques to bring the language of play into your therapeutic work. https://bit.ly/4ppOayA

25/01/2026

In this talk, Julieta Galante focuses on key pieces of research that provide the most reliable evidence on the use of mindfulness-based programs to promote young people’s mental health and prevent mental health problems. She shows that the evidence paints a complex picture, where delivery formats and context matter. Although there is no clear one-size-fits-all solution, there are promising avenues to pursue.

Watch the full 28 min lecture to learn more. https://bit.ly/4qtzizz

25/01/2026

Adolescents with emotion dysregulation, self-harm, or suicidal ideation need tailored support. Join Dr Jake Camp for a deep dive into Dialectical Behaviour Therapy for Adolescents — theory, practice & inclusivity.

https://bit.ly/4nVvo1v
Learning outcomes
1. To understand the DBT-A model, principles, and modes of delivery.
2. To gain tips on delivering DBT-A with adolescents and parents/carers, and to overcome common challenges.
3. To increase skills in delivering DBT-A to adolescents and families with minoritised/oppressed identities/characteristics.

25/01/2026

Early bird offer! This four-hour online training session with Kim Golding CBE will explore how relational trauma and attachment difficulties can shape children and young people’s emotional development, behaviour, and relationships. https://bit.ly/3LPMShZ

Drawing on clinical experience, case examples, and opportunities for reflection and interaction, the session will offer a thoughtful and accessible space to think about working with families in complex contexts, including considerations of cultural accessibility and marginalised groups.

Book now with fantastic early bird! https://bit.ly/3LPMShZ

Online training session with Kim Golding on how relational trauma and attachment difficulties can shape children and young people.

24/01/2026

🌍 Join Professor Samuele Cortese, recognised among the world’s most influential researchers of the past decade, for an exclusive 4-hour clinical expert session on ADHD.

Designed for professionals supporting children, adolescents, and families, this evidence-based webinar explores the latest on:
🔹 ADHD diagnosis and management
🔹 Medication choices and side effects
🔹 Practical clinical tools and case examples

Strengthen your skills, apply new insights, and engage directly with one of the field’s leading experts.

💡 Ideal for psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, and allied professionals. https://bit.ly/4pms6Vz

24/01/2026

This episode of “Mind the Kids” offers a deeply nuanced discussion on cannabis use and abuse within family contexts and among adolescents. Hosted by Dr. Jane Gilmour and Professor Umar Toseeb, it features expert guests Professor Shelby Steuart and Victoria Bethel, who unpack the complexities of medical versus recreational cannabis, the evolving legal landscape in the US, and associated risks—especially for young people.

🎧 Listen now and explore how children are at risk due to unintentional consumption and why some children may require intubation after consumption. https://bit.ly/4jHEmOr