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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 »

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 »

Oppositional Defiant Disorder

In children with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), there is an ongoing pattern of uncooperative, defiant, and hostile behavior toward authority figures that seriously interferes with the youngster's day to day functioning..... Learn More »

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 »

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AACAP honors Juneteenth as a moment to reflect on our shared history and reaffirm our commitment to inclusion and belonging. On June 19, 1865, nearly two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation, freedom reached the last enslaved individu
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The 2025 American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry election concluded on May 31, 2025 at 11:59 pm EDT. The following members terms will begin at the close of AACAP’s 2025 Annual Meeting.
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The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) introduces PsychStream, an on-demand platform offering evidence-based clinical education for child and adolescent psychiatrists.

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