DOI: 10.13056/acamh.24540
https://doi.org/10.13056/acamh.24540

In this Papers Podcast, Dr. Silvana Mareva discusses her JCPP paper ‘Transdiagnostic profiles of behaviour and communication relate to academic and socioemotional functioning and neural white matter organisation’ (https://doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.13685). Silvana is the first author of the paper.

There is an overview of the paper, methodology, key findings, and implications for practice.

Discussion points include:

- An insight into CALM (the Centre for Attention, Learning, and Memory), including its aims and transdiagnostic approach.
- Co-morbidity as one of the main challenges to the current diagnostic system.
- The sub-groups identified through grouping children with similar behavioural profiles, irrespective of their diagnostic status.
- The importance of focusing on neural white matter organisation.
- Implications for child and adolescent mental health professionals and those working in education.

In this series, we speak to authors of papers published in one of ACAMH’s three journals. These are The Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry (JCPP); The Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMH) journal; and JCPP Advances.

Transdiagnostic Profiles of Behaviour and Communication

Which human has the biggest brain on Earth? Well, it might be YOU! A team of researchers just released some information regarding the human brain. This was a 75 year long study that shed some light on one a pretty big question. Is the brain getting bigger?

Question Your World - Is the brain getting bigger?

In this episode Drs Heim give some great tips on how to overcome procrastination, explain what white matter in the brain is and talk about the value of journaling for your mental health. Along the way…Caroline talks about a condition she has that makes her want to sleep when she’s stressed and Christian cuts open a brain.

Link to book on Procrastination: (scroll down)
https://www.drchristianheim.com/new-page-35

Link to Dr Schramm's Journal your College Journal:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D5C2BD4F

Procrastination, White Matter and Journaling /#9

The peak time for the onset of mental health disorders is during a young adult's college years. In this podcast, Associate Professor Caroline Heim and clinical psychiatrist Dr Christian Heim answer college student questions about their mental health and wellness.

These podcasts are an invaluable resource for anyone interested in child and adolescent mental health. They bridge the gap between rigorous research and practical application, featuring expert discussions on mental health. 

Each episode highlights cutting-edge studies offering insights into findings, and implications for practice. The series caters to clinicians, researchers, and those interested in mental health. 

Available on major platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts, it’s an accessible way to stay informed about advancements in the field.
Visit our website (www.acamh.org) for a host of free evidence-based mental health resources.

New tracks tagged #white matter