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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Girls and Women
ADHD has historically been conceptualised as a predominantly male condition, contributing to delayed recognition and underdiagnosis in girls and women. Longitudinal research suggests that ADHD in females is associated with long-term risks, including internalising disorders, self-harm, and psychosocial impairment, particularly when symptoms go unrecognised and untreated. Current evidence raises concerns about both over- and under-diagnosis, aiming for a better understanding of ADHD female presentation.
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Obituary for Robert Goodman
Robert Goodman, who died from complex dementia on 18 December 2025 aged 72, was one of the world’s leading child and adolescent psychiatrists. He carried out work that has transformed child mental health across the globe, developing a simple questionnaire on child mental health and well-being, called the Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire, commonly known as the SDQ.
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Print on Demand has arrived for the JCPP and the CAMH journal
As of 1 January 2026, as part of our renewed publishing agreement with Wiley and our continued commitment to sustainability, ACAMH will no longer offer printed versions of our journals — the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry (JCPP) and Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMH) journal. For those who prefer print copies, both JCPP and CAMH will be available through Wiley’s Member Direct Print on Demand (POD) service.
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Forgot you password, how to change it, and more
It can be frustrating when you need to change your password, however we want to make this as stress-free as possible with our handy ‘how to’ guide.
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Celebrating the life and work of Professor William Yule
Emeritus Professor William ‘Bill’ Yule passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at home on 5 November 2023. Near the one year anniversary of his death, friends, family and colleagues gathered at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience to celebrate his life and work.
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ACAMH Learn – a new, free online CPD resource for those working in child and adolescent mental health
The Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH) has launched ACAMH Learn acamhlearn.org, a new, free online learning platform offering video and podcast content from more than 200 world-leading mental health experts.
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Professor William Yule RIP
We are saddened to learn of the death of Professor William Yule, Emeritus Professor of Applied Child Psychology at King’s College London Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience.
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Women and ADHD: Diagnosis & Management – Episode 5 ‘ADHD, A Young Person’s Guide’
Hosted by Dr. Blandine French, this podcast series focuses on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders (ADHD) and is designed to help young people and their families. This episode is the second of a two-part special on Women and ADHD, and Blandine is joined by Dr. Jo Steer, a clinical psychologist, and Emily, Anita, and Firdawsi – three young women with lived experience of ADHD.
We are delighted to produce this podcast series in partnership with Clinical Partners, the UK’s largest private mental health partnership.
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ACAMH Awards 2022 Nominees Shortlist
It is our great pleasure to announce the shortlist of nominees for the 2022 ACAMH Awards. See who made the nominees shortlist for the 2022 ACAMH Awards.
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