Dialectical Behaviour Therapy for Adolescents (DBT-A)

This interactive workshop, led by Dr. Jake Camp, Senior Clinical Psychologist, DBT Therapist, and Clinical Academic Fellow, will provide an overview of the DBT-A model, including its theoretical foundations, core principles, and the structure and modes of delivery. Attendees will learn how DBT-A addresses the developmental needs of adolescents, and how parents/carers are engaged as partners in the intervention.

Creating Hope Through Action – Suicide Prevention, A Priority For All

World Suicide Prevention Day (10 September) is a fantastic opportunity to encourage an understanding and increase awareness of suicide prevention and make suicide prevention a priority. We encourage you to explore the learning opportunities available on our website and do please share with your networks and colleagues.

8 September 2023

Professor Kapil Sayal

Kapil Sayal  is Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Honorary Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at the University of Nottingham. He is an Associate Editor of CAMH, responsible for the Technology Matters section. 

16 June 2023

Environmental factors linked with identifying as a sexual minority may increase suicidality risk

Adolescents who identify as a sexual minority (e.g., gay/lesbian, bisexual) are at an increased risk for suicidality compared to their heterosexual counterparts.1 Until now, inherent limitations in study design has meant that the extent of this association has been unclear.

16 March 2021

Some simple steps to using principles from Behavioural Activation to improve the mood of Children and Families who are at home and self-isolating

In this short article we are going to look at how an evidence based treatment for depression called Behavioural Activation (BA) could be helpful for families in lockdown.

13 May 2020

2019 Jack Tizard Memorial Lecture and National Conference

2 August 2019

Machine learning approach predicts suicide risk

A study has evaluated the performance of machine learning on routinely collected electronic health records, as a possible approach to accurately screen and detect adolescents at risk of making suicide attempts.

12 June 2018

Clinical characteristics of adolescents referred for treatment of depressive disorders

Low mood and depression often emerge during adolescence and are associated with long-term difficulties including increased risk of developing other mental health disorders, educational underachievement, low income/unemployment, and risk of suicidal behaviour.

12 June 2018

ADHD in the Classroom: Strategies to Improve Attention, Engagement, and Self‑Regulation

Attention‑Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions in school‑aged children and adolescents. In classroom contexts, ADHD is often associated with difficulties in sustained attention, organisation, behavioural and emotional regulation, and academic engagement. These challenges can affect both learning and social functioning if not appropriately supported.

16 March 2026

Creating Positive Change through Self-Awareness and Expression

Children’s Mental Health Week (3 – 9 February 2025) serves as a fantastic opportunity to look further at how we can empower, equip, and give a voice to children and young people, as well as encourage positive change with regards to their mental health and well-being.

By focusing on ‘Know Yourself, Grow Yourself’, alongside our vision of ‘Sharing best evidence, improving practice’, and our mission to ‘Improve the mental health and wellbeing of young people aged 0-25’, we encourage you to focus on how we, as a society, can help encourage children and young people to feel empowered in sharing their experiences in order to improve children’s and young people’s mental health and wellbeing.

3 February 2025