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Assessment and diagnosis in children with neurodevelopmental problems

Neurodevelopmental disorders are a neglected area of mental health practice, little mentioned in recent government policy documents. The evidence base is strong in theory but often hard to put into practice at the front line. This conference looks at addressing this.

Welcoming our new JCPP editors

We are excited to welcome five new members to the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry (JCPP) editorial board. With their wide-ranging expertise and many years of cultivated academic prowess, they are an immensely valuable addition to the team.

21 March 2019

Sleep Edition

This edition of The Bridge concentrates on sleep, a poignant reminder that I am editing this on a 6am train to London having shortened my own sleep cycle and feeling rather sleep deprived on this dark winter morning.

1 December 2018

‘Neurodevelopmental Disorders’ – Foreword from Guest Editor Dr Mark Lovell

This edition of The Bridge concentrates on Neurodevelopmental Disorders. Research, particularly on treatments in children within the neurodevelopmental arenas is limited and in many ways behind general mental health research for children or adults.

8 October 2018

A wealth of experience benefiting ACAMH

“If you’re going to care for people you have to care for the people who are caring.”

5 June 2018

A happy accident

Arriving early to an ACAMH Conference set Dr Mark Lovell off on an ever expanding journey with the Association.

29 May 2018

An Interview with ‘Mr ACAMH’ – Professor Eric Taylor

Professor Eric Taylor has been at the heart of ACAMH for over 50 years. We caught up with the past Chair of ACAMH, and editor of JCPP to discuss his career.

2 January 2018

Q&A with Dr Max Davie, Consultant Paediatrician

Interview with Dr Max Davie, Consultant Paediatrician, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust & ACAMH Board Member.

9 November 2017

Supporting and enhancing social communication skills in schools

Through presentations, discussion and practical video-based activities, the session will consider early support and intervention, how adults can respond and adapt to individual children’s communication profiles, and practical approaches that can be applied in educational settings.

Event type

Workshop

Location

Online

Assessment and Management of Intellectual Disability and Co-occurring Conditions

Intellectual disability often co-occurs with anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, and other mental health conditions, which can be harder to recognise and diagnose. Tailored assessment, adapted communication, and coordinated multidisciplinary support are essential to provide effective, person-centred care and reduce health inequalities for this group. This two-part webinar will cover ‘Intellectual Disability and Co-occurring Mental Health Conditions’ and Intellectual ‘Disability and Co-occurring Neurodevelopmental Conditions’. 

Event type

Short course - 2 sessions

Location

Online