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Phenomenology of gender dysphoria in autism: a multiperspective qualitative analysis
As gender diversity is becoming increasingly recognized among autistic individuals, this study provides useful advice to clinicians on how to support young people with this combination of issues. Cooper, K., Mandy, W., Butler, C., & Russell, A. (2022). Phenomenology of gender dysphoria in autism: a multiperspective qualitative analysis. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry. https://acamh.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jcpp.13691?campaign=wolearlyview
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Systematic Review and Meta-analysis: Screening Tools for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Children and Adolescents
Although suitable tools exist for identifying Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), this systematic review found that none were suitable for routine population-based screening. Mulraney, M., Arrondo, G., Musullulu, H., Iturmendi-Sabater, I., Cortese, S., Westwood, S. J., … & Coghill, D. (2021). Systematic Review and Meta-analysis: Screening Tools for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Children and Adolescents. Journal […]
Prevalence of suicidal ideation and self-harm behaviours in children aged 12 years and younger: a systematic review and meta-analysis
This systematic review and meta-analysis found that the pooled prevalence of suicidal ideation among children 12 and under was 7.5% (28 studies), the pooled prevalence of suicide attempts was 1.3% (6 studies) and that the pooled prevalence of non-suicidal self-injury was 21.9% (2 studies). Prevalence of Suicidal Ideation and Behaviors in Children Aged 12 Years […]
Stimulant and non‐stimulant drug therapy for people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and epilepsy
Despite concern about prescribing stimulant therapy in the context of epilepsy, this Cochrane review shows, albeit with a small number of studies, that it is probably still the best treatment for co-morbid ADHD. Smaller doses are, unsurprisingly, likely to be safer. Eaton, C., Yong, K., Walter, V., Mbizvo, G. K., Rhodes, S., & Chin, R. F. […]
One session treatment (OST) is equivalent to multi-session cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in children with specific phobias (ASPECT): results from a national non-inferiority randomized controlled trial
This paper outlines how one-session treatment (OST) is equivalent to multi-session CBT in children with specific phobias. Wright, B., Tindall, L., Scott, A. J., Lee, E., Cooper, C., Biggs, K., … & Marshall, D. (2022). One session treatment (OST) is equivalent to multi‐session cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in children with specific phobias (ASPECT): results from […]
An Ounce of Prevention: Building resilience and targeting anxiety in young children
Lewis KM, Barrett P, Freitag G, Ollendick TH. An Ounce of Prevention: Building resilience and targeting anxiety in young children. Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry. 2022;0(0). doi:10.1177/13591045221121595 It’s never too early to intervene. That’s what this study of the FunFRIENDS intervention found, as the 15-week kindergarten-based program was able to reduce anxiety symptoms in preschool children. Effects […]
Practitioner Review: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism spectrum disorder – the importance of depression
Depression is more common among children with ADHD and autism, but little has been written about its assessment and management. This paper outlines issues relevant to clinicians working with these neurodevelopmental disorders. Thapar, A., Livingston, L. A., Eyre, O., & Riglin, L. (2022). Practitioner Review: Attention‐deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism spectrum disorder–the importance of depression. Journal of […]
Use of Electronic Cigarettes Among Cannabis-Naive Adolescents and Its Association With Future Cannabis Use
This US study of almost 10,000 young people found that use of electronic cigarettes by cannabis-naïve youth was associated with greater likelihood of later cannabis use. Sun, R., Mendez, D., & Warner, K. E. (2022). Use of electronic cigarettes among cannabis-naive adolescents and its association with future cannabis use. JAMA network open, 5(7), e2223277-e2223277. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2794482?guestAccessKey=6fdbcf30-cd43-4b13-a82c-e847fc951e54&utm_source=silverchair&utm_campaign=jama_network&utm_content=ped_weekly_highlights&cmp=1&utm_medium=email
Research Review: The effect of school-based suicide prevention on suicidal ideation and suicide attempts and the role of intervention and contextual factors among adolescents: a meta-analysis and meta-regression
This systematic review of 19 studies found that post-primary school-based suicide prevention initiatives targeting suicidal thoughts and behaviors were effective at reducing both suicidal ideation and attempts, especially if longer than a week, involving multiple stakeholders and with 12-month follow-up. Walsh, E. H., McMahon, J., & Herring, M. P. (2022). Research Review: The effect of […]
Family therapy for adolescents with depression and suicidal ideation: A systematic review and meta–analysis
While family therapy may be useful for reducing suicidal ideation, this systematic review of 10 studies found it was not so useful for reducing symptoms of adolescent depressive disorder. Waraan, L., Siqveland, J., Hanssen-Bauer, K., Czjakowski, N. O., Axelsdóttir, B., Mehlum, L., & Aalberg, M. (2022). Family therapy for adolescents with depression and suicidal ideation: […]
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