Just over 36% of parents of young children nationally reported having filled out an #autism screener in the previous 12 months. hechingerreport.org/in-new-york-...

Most kids miss recommended screening for autism, speech delays

New community efforts across the country are helping to connect more kids to essential therapies

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This Sept, we join mental health orgs nationwide in observing #SuicidePreventionMonth. Suicide prevention is rooted in open conversations, strong support systems, and expert care: www.aacap.org/AACAP/Famili... #StrongerTogether

Join us at the Opening Plenary of #AACAP26 for a conversation with Loretta J. Ross, an activist whose work has helped leaders and communities navigate difficult conversations with empathy & understanding. aacap.confex.com/aacap/2026/m... #childpsychiatry #socialjustice #healthequity

AACAP Member Dr. Sivabalaji Kaliamurthy writes about the shift in marijuana use among adolescents in a new op-ed, "The Weed Got Too Strong" in @nytimes.com bit.ly/3SDb6iJ

#BackToSchool jitters are normal. But when worries or emotional distress begin to affect a child’s ability to learn, connect with others, or enjoy daily activities, it’s important to seek support. #mentalhealth www.aacap.org/families

How can society publishers help up-and-coming scholars gain publishing experience? In this #ScholasticaCommunityConvo, Mary K. Billingsley, Dir. of Scientific Publishing at @aacap.bsky.social, discusses the innovative approach @jaacapjournals.bsky.social is taking. buff.ly/BHkNm2d

How can pediatricians and child psychiatrists work together to close the gap on pediatric #mentalhealth care? AACAP President John T. Walkup, MD joined the team at Contemporary Pediatrics to discuss the importance of collaborative care. contemporarypediatrics.com/view/collabo...

Psychiatry is under more public scrutiny than it has seen in a generation. In our #AACAP26 Presidential Interview, Drs. Walkup and @awaisaftab.bsky.social will tackle diagnostic validity, deprescribing, and the future of psychiatric classification and treatment. aacap.confex.com/aacap/2026/m...

We are very pleased to announce that our Board of Directors has selected Kathryn R. Cullen, MD, of the University of Minnesota Medical School as the next Editor-in-Chief of @jaacapjournals.bsky.social www.aacap.org/AACAP/Latest...

Happening tomorrow! Please consider joining us for this Virtual Forum!

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Join us for a live Virtual Forum on Aug 20 to learn practical strategies for recognizing trauma, avoiding diagnostic overshadowing, and adapting care for individuals with #autism & I/DD. 🗓️ Thursday, August 20 | 7:00 pm ET 👍 FREE and open to all! 🔗 aacap-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

A Triple Board program is a unique, five-year combined residency program that integrates Pediatrics, General Psychiatry, and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Want to learn more? RSVP to the Virtual Town Hall on Aug 25: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Let's be clear. There is no evidence to suggest a link between #vaccines and #autism. Read our Policy Statement for more: bit.ly/3UvHpAI

Immigration experts, academics, and advocates for students and postdocs warn a stricter policy will harm the nation’s scientific standing. @statnews.com

Visa time limits on foreign Ph.D. students and postdocs will harm U.S. science, experts warn

A Trump administration plan to limit visas for graduate student and postdocs to four years is fueling concerns that the U.S. could lose out on foreign scientists

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We are *beyond* excited to announce the launch of Collaborative Leadership Impact for Medicine and Beyond (CLIMB), a first-of-its-kind leadership program for mid-career child and adolescent psychiatrists. Members, apply by Oct 1! Learn more: www.aacap.org/climb

📣 Join us Oct 26-31 for the 2026 AACAP Annual Meeting! Whether you attend in person or virtually, you'll connect with a global community shaping the future of child and adolescent #mentalhealth. Early Bird ends Sept 15. Register today! aacap.confex.com/aacap/2026/m... #AACAP26

Despite pressure to increase scrutiny of the childhood #vaccine schedule, the research is clear: vaccines don't cause #autism. Read more in our Policy Statement on Autism and Vaccines: www.aacap.org/AACAP/Policy...

Join us for a live Virtual Forum on Aug 20 to learn practical strategies for recognizing trauma, avoiding diagnostic overshadowing, and adapting care for individuals with #autism & I/DD. 🗓️ Thursday, August 20 | 7:00 pm ET 👍 FREE and open to all! 🔗 aacap-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

"The new study suggests that parents should take note of how teens are using social media, rather than just how often they’re online." www.washingtonpost.com/style/2026/0...

New study links ADHD symptoms in boys and addictive social media use

Parents should monitor patterns of social media use, not just total screen time, findings suggest.

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🎉 Registration is now open for the 2026 Annual Meeting in Atlanta exclusively for AACAP members! Public registration begins Aug 11. Register Now: aacap.confex.com/aacap/2026/m... #AACAP26

Editors’ Note: Emerging Sciences and Innovation in Child and Adolescent Mental Health "We are prepared to take thoughtful risks in publishing emerging work that has the potential to move the field forward, even as the evidence base continues to evolve..." https://twp.ai/NSY1hv

LGBTQ+ youth experience higher rates of depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Child and adolescent psychiatrists and other clinicians have a unique opportunity to help. #PrideMonth

A federal campaign to wean Americans off of antidepressants only makes sense if alternatives like therapy are equally effective, accessible & affordable. #AACAP member Dr. Jonathan Slater weighs in:

RFK Jr. is pushing to wean Americans off SSRIs. A psychiatrist weighs in

Nearly one in six Americans reported last year that they were taking an SSRI, and Kennedy claims that they are overprescribed for the treatment of anxiety and depression.

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Nearly 1 in 5 adolescents and young adults have used #AI chatbots for advice or help when they felt upset, nervous or anxious. @jamapediatrics.com www.cnn.com/2026/06/11/h...

Millions of young people ask AI chatbots for mental health help. A doctor explains the pros and cons | CNN

Millions of young people use AI chatbots when they feel upset, nervous or stressed, a new study says. Here’s what to know about this mental health strategy.

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👏Congrats to Dr. Jonathan Slater his blog post, “No. That AI Chatbot Is Not Your Friend,” which recently earned a Gold Medal at the @medpagetoday.com Spring 2026 Digital Health Awards®. www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/seco...

Get moving! The physical and mental health benefits of exercise are clear. Children are also more likely to be physically active if their parents are active too.

Why moving about is key for children's health - and happiness

Children are less physically active than they used to be. Scientists are finding effective ways to encourage children to move more, leaving lasting benefits on their health.

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Looks like a wonderful program from @nationalacademies.org focusing on helping children and youth navigate rapidly changing online spaces. www.nationalacademies.org/projects/DBA...

Workshop on Media Literacy Education

The 21st century information ecosystem composed of highly fragmented media environments—both online and offline— poses tremendous challenges for individuals as they seek accurate and credible informat...

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"In moments like this, physician leadership matters more than ever." This week, AACAP members and staff are hard at work in Chicago for the #AMAmtg helping to shape healthcare policy that will define the future of our field. www.ama-assn.org/house-delega...

Is ABA the gold standard for #autism care and treatment? Research suggests there are other options physicians should consider. bit.ly/4uT3hDz

An estimated 7 million kids live in a home with a loaded and unlocked firearm. Gaining access to a gun is far too easy. bit.ly/3GxKTZo #NationalGunViolenceAwarenessDay

The practice of allowing children to remain hospitalized “beyond medical necessity” has become a costly problem. @kffhealthnews.org

Kids Keep Getting Stuck in Hospitals, Even After Being Cleared for Discharge - KFF Health News

Some children are healthy enough to leave the hospital after a medical stay but have no place to go. Across the country, the practice of allowing children to remain hospitalized “beyond medical necess...

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