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Autism

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 »

Screen Media

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

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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HHS Reorganization and Threats to Child and Adolescent Mental Health Infrastructure
AACAP is gravely concerned about the proposed reorganization of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), which would consolidate the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Health Resources and Services Admi
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2025 AACAP Election
AACAP announces this year’s slate of candidates for the 2025 election of President-Elect, Secretary, Treasurer, two Councilors-at-Large, and two Nominating Committee members. The election will begin on Monday, May 1, 2025.
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Joint Statement on Federal Concerns About Psychotropic Medication Safety
The safety and efficacy of traditional antidepressants, antipsychotics, and mood stabilizers (such as lithium and some anticonvulsants) and stimulant medications have been established through decades of rigorous research, randomized clinical trials,

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• Joint Statement on Federal Concerns About Psychotropic Medication Safety ... More »
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