Psychology

DOI: 10.13056/acamh.27714
https://doi.org/10.13056/acamh.27714

In this Papers Podcast, Assistant Professor Jacqueline Samson and Associate Professor Martin Teicher discuss their co-authored JCPP paper ‘Practitioner Review: Neurobiological consequences of childhood maltreatment – clinical and therapeutic implications for practitioners’ (https://doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.13883). Jacqueline and Martin are the lead authors of the paper.

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

Discussion points include:

- How childhood maltreatment alters threat detection and the impact of childhood maltreatment on the area and integrity of white matter tracts.
- What happens in terms of hippocampal and subfield activation.
- Definition and insight into the concept of latent vulnerability and ecophenotypes, and the impact of maltreatment.
- The problematic behavioural presentations that you would expect to see in individuals exposed to childhood maltreatment.
- Evidence-based tools for treatment and how knowledge about alterations in brain functioning changes the clinical approach to treatment.

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.

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Neurobiological Consequences of Childhood Maltreatment: The Implications for Practitioners

DOI: 10.13056/acamh.28495
https://doi.org/10.13056/acamh.28495

In this Papers Podcast, Dr. John Weisz discusses his JCPP paper ‘Research Review: The internalizing paradox – youth anxiety and depression symptoms, psychotherapy outcomes, and implications for research and practice’ (https://doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.13820).

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

Discussion points include:

- An explanation of what the internalizing paradox is.
- The five different possible explanations for the internalizing paradox.
- The differential comorbidities between anxiety disorders and depressive disorders.
- Insight into ‘variegated nature of polythetic conditions’.
- A definition of differential progress in the search for mechanisms of change.
- How differential complexity of evidence-based psychotherapy protocols relate to the internalizing paradox.
- The clinician's challenge.
- How the different perspectives suggest different treatment strategies and insight into these strategies.
- The limitations of current research and the possible avenues for future work.
- Implications for clinicians and how this research impacts interventions.
- Messages for parents and carers and the importance of parents/carers partnering with clinicians with regards to interventions.

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.

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The Internalizing Paradox - Youth Anxiety and Depression Symptoms

DOI: 10.13056/acamh.32092
https://doi.org/10.13056/acamh.32092

In this In Conversation podcast, we are joined by Dr. Bethany Cliffe, a research fellow at the University of Westminster. Beth’s research interests include self-harm, suicide prevention, and digital health.

The focus of this podcast will be on self-harm and technology.

Discussion points include:

- The prevalence of self-harm in children and young people and which groups are more at risk than others.
- The kind of support that is typically accessed by children and young people who self-harm.
- What the evidence tells us about interventions for self-harm.
- Insight into the BlueIce app – a prescribed evidence-based app – including how it was developed.
- The effectiveness of BlueIce and how it is being assessed.

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Digital Interventions and Self-harm Prevention

Eric Bellinger — the Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and producer who has written hit songs for artists such as Wale, Chris Brown, Fetty Wap and 2 Chainz — has just released the deluxe edition of his 2024 solo album, ‘It’ll All Make Sense Later.’ Adding five new tracks to the project, he tells SoundCloud about how inspiration struck while he was working in the studio with Usher, with ideas from that session leading to “My Decision,” which features Rotimi. The acclaimed R&B artist shares how “Tunnel Vision” was inspired on the dance floor, while “Understood” is the oldest track in this collection, recorded five years ago. Maybe “I was just ahead of my time,” he says. Hear more insights from Eric Bellinger, only on SoundCloud.

Voice Notes: Eric Bellinger on "My Decision"

Welcome to Mind The Kids, hosted by Mark Tebbs. In this episode, Mark sits down with Dr. Charlotte Viktorsson, a behavioural genetics researcher at Uppsala University, to explore the genetic and environmental influences on infant sleep and crying. Drawing on findings from a major study involving nearly 1,000 sets of Swedish twins, they discuss how much of a baby's crying is down to genetics and why sleep quality often depends on home routines and environment.

If you're a parent in the thick of sleepless nights or frequent tears, this episode offers both reassurance and fresh insight. Dr. Viktorsson explains why some babies simply cry more than others—even in the best of circumstances—and shares practical advice for supporting your child's wellbeing in those challenging early months. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that brings clarity and comfort to anyone caring for young children.

Based on the findings of ‘Genetic and environmental influences on sleep quality, ability to settle, and crying duration in 2- and 5-month-old infants: A longitudinal twin study’ Charlotte Viktorsson, Ashraf Yahia, Mark J. Taylor, Angelica Ronald, Kristiina Tammimies, Terje Falck-Ytter. https://doi.org/10.1002/jcv2.70023


Mind the Kids - Behind the Tears: The Surprising Role of Genetics in Infant Crying

DOI: 10.13056/acamh.14629
https://doi.org/10.13056/acamh.14629

In this podcast we talk to Professor Anita Thapar, Professor, Division of Psychological Medicine and Clinical Neurosciences, Cardiff University. A researcher and a clinician, Anita is also on the board of the UK national neurodiversity charity ADHD Foundation.

Anita talks about the relationship between disorders, such as, ADHD and autism, the elevated risk of later depression, and what is known about the mechanisms behind this association.

Anita also looks at what factors may be protective in terms of mitigating the association between neurodevelopmental disorders and youth depression, and how research can impact, or change, the trajectory, from childhood neurodevelopmental disorder, to youth depression.

'ADHD, autism, and the elevated risk of later depression' In conversation with Prof. Anita Thapar

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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.
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Digital Interventions and Self-harm Prevention

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