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The Parent Blame Game
Seventy years ago Leo Kanner published his seminal paper describing autism. In that paper he also coined the term “refrigerator mother” apportioning some of the cause for the distinctive profile of autistic behaviour to cold, harsh parenting practices.
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I was horribly misinformed about dyslexia
According to the British Dyslexia Association, up to 10% of people in the UK show some signs of the condition.
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What does anxiety mean for a 10-year old girl?
Esther Beadle explores her experiences of helping young girls identifying anxiety.
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Jonathan Green and Jon Spiers discuss early intervention in autism
Prof. Green has recently published a randomised trial of parent-mediated intervention for infants at high risk for autism.
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How to Help Children to Feel Happy
BBC Radio four discussion on CAMH featuring ACAMH Chair, Professor Stephen Scott
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Tweens, Teens and Technology: The risks and the benefits
Vanessa Garrity talks about the pros and cons of digital technology and social media in young people’s mental health.
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Help! I need somebody. Help! Not just anybody.
Matt Kempen praises the work of volunteers supporting ACAMH events and activities around the world.
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Be true to your school
As the start of the academic year, Steve Rippin reflects on CAMHS in schools.
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How ACAMH Membership has helped me
Shaun Liverpool talks about how ACAMH membership gives him access to high-impact publications and world-class research.
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