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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 four hours a day watching or using screens... Learn More »

Disaster and Trauma

Events such as an earthquake, hurricane, tornado, fire, flood, or violent acts are frightening to children and may lead to many abrupt changes in their lives...... Learn More »

Autism spectrum disorders affect as many as 1 in 31 American children. ASD represents a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and communication... Learn More »

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WASHINGTON, DC, February 9, 2023 – The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) applauds President Biden’s continued commitment to youth mental health as outlined in his Unity Agenda and in his 2023 State of the Union Address.
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WASHINGTON, DC, February 3, 2023 – AACAP’s heart aches for Mr. Tyre Nichols, his family, friends, and the family and friends of other victims dealing with yet another an unimaginable loss. Mr. Nichols’ death is a grave injustice and affront to our
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AACAP urges policymakers to ensure that decisions affecting access to psychiatric medications and mental health services are grounded in evidence and informed by child and adolescent psychiatrists.

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