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Suicide is a serious and growing problem among children and adolescents. Each year, thousands of young people die by suicide. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for 10-to-14 year-olds.... Learn More »

Social Media & Screen Time

Youth spend more waking hours with screen media than in any other activity, even school. On average, children spend 4 hours a day watching or using screens... Learn More »

Disaster and Trauma

A child who has been exposed to a disaster may have been an eye-witness to a disaster. He or she might have been hurt or had a family member who was hurt or killed...... Learn More »

Autism spectrum disorders affect as many as 1 in 150 American children. Types of autism include autistic disorder, pervasive developmental disorder, and Asperger's syndrome... Learn More »

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AACAP President John Walkup, MD, issues a statement addressing the harms of racism and dehumanization on children and adolescents.
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AACAP contacted Members of Congress to warn of the serious harm these cuts could pose to children, adolescents, and the providers who care for them.
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AACAP is deeply concerned by the proposed rules issued today by HHS that would prohibit state Medicaid agencies from using Federal funds to support gender-affirming care.

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