American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

10/10/2026

Across the globe, growing numbers of children and teens are experiencing anxiety, depression, and other serious mental health conditions.

At AACAP, we are working with clinicians, families, and communities to reduce stigma and other barriers that prevent young people from getting the help they need.

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10/07/2026

Myths and misinformation about mental illness continue to affect children, teens, and adults. This , we encourage families to talk openly about mental health, including what mental illnesses are, who can be affected, how they are diagnosed, and the treatments that can help.

Learning about mental illnesses early on can lead to improved recognition, earlier treatment, and greater understanding and compassion.

Learn more: https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Facts_for_Families/FFF-Guide/Talking-To-Kids-About-Mental-Illnesses-084.aspx

10/05/2026

Healthy children build a healthier future. This Child Health Day, let’s continue working together to support the physical and mental health of children through prevention, early intervention, and strong community support.

10/02/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Daniel Malec, recipient of AACAP’s 2026 Catchers in the Rye Humanitarian Award!

As the Academy’s highest honor, this award recognizes exceptional contributions to improving the lives of children, adolescents, and families. Through his work with the Georgia Conflict Center, Mr. Malec has helped advance restorative practices in schools, communities, and local institutions, fostering peace, justice, and well-being for young people.

We look forward to honoring Mr. Malec during the 2026 Annual Meeting Opening Plenary on October 28. 👏

10/01/2026

This October, we're recognizing by sharing trusted, evidence-based information and resources to support children, adolescents, and families affected by ADHD.

To kick things off, let's start with the basics: What is ADHD? What causes it? And what treatment options are available?

Learn the answers to these questions and explore additional resources from AACAP's ADHD Resource Center: https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Resource_Centers/ADHD_Resource_Center/Home.aspx

09/30/2026

Silence can create barriers. Starting a conversation about su***de is a vital part of helping prevent it.

09/28/2026

🔧 The AACAP website and member portal are now back online following the recent service outage. We understand how disruptive this interruption was and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience it caused.

We appreciate the understanding shown by our members, partners, and visitors while our team worked to restore access. If you encounter any issues, please let us know.

09/23/2026

When it comes to mental health treatment, we know that the best outcomes come from individualized care plans that bring together clinicians, families, schools, and other supports, always centered on the needs of the young person in front of us.

In a new episode of "The Opinions" podcast from The New York Times, AACAP Distinguished Fellow Anthony L. Rostain, MD, MA, joins David Wallace-Wells and Dr. Rachael Bedard to discuss the role of psychiatric medications, and how patients and physicians can navigate treatment decisions together.

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09/17/2026

The pandemic was not the cause of the current youth mental health crisis; it merely "exposed the cracks in the system."

Last month, AACAP President John T. Walkup was a guest on the "What's Health Got to Do With It?" podcast to discuss access to care, psychiatric workforce challenges, opportunities for early intervention, and more.

👂Take a listen:

Will the youth mental health epidemic require the same kind of public health mobilization that transformed the global fight against HIV? Then, the decision to put a child on psychiatric medication can be daunting. What should parents know?

09/14/2026

Not to ruffle any feathers, but Early Bird pricing won't last forever.

Be sure to register for the 2026 AACAP Annual Meeting in Atlanta by September 15 to save big - and snag ticketed events before they sell out!

Register today: https://aacap.confex.com/aacap/2026/meetinginfo.cgi/ModuleMeetingInfo/Rates?clearcache=1

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