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November 5, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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For news and updates about all things #jaacap, #jaacapopen, and #jaacapconnect, find us on Bluesky, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Click the link in our bio or search for JAACAP Journals on these platforms.
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November 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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#JAACAP study of 3,000+ families from 14 European RCTs offers insight into parenting behaviors key to reducing disruptive child behavior. Results suggest reduced harsh verbal discipline and following through on discipline are particularly important. #IPDMA #parenting https://twp.ai/4hpjhL
November 5, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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View the full collection, devoted to the subject of substance use and featuring topics relevant to child and adolescent behavioral health, including genetics, neuroscience, epidemiology, measurement, prevention, and treatment. #jaacap #youthwellness

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November 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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Call for Papers – The #JAACAP journal family seeks original research papers, reviews of novel methods, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses on genetics in child and adolescent psychiatry. Proposals are due December 1. #JAACAP #JAACAPOpen https://twp.ai/E5HLaQ
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November 3, 2026 at 6:03 PM
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Visit the JAACAP Editorial Opportunities portal for details about each position and apply now. https://twp.ai/E5I93L

Applications due December 1, 2026
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November 3, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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Exposure-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Increases Connectivity Between the Central Executive and Salience Networks in Pediatric Anxiety #jaacap #articleinpress
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Exposure-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Increases Connectivity Between the Central Executive and Salience Networks in Pediatric Anxiety
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November 5, 2026 at 9:33 PM
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Call for Papers – The #JAACAP journal family seeks papers on the impacts of structural and social determinants of health, including multiple forms of racism and minoritization, in child and adolescent mental health. Proposals are due December 1. https://twp.ai/E5GS68
November 5, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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JAACAP Open is proud to recognize John Leikauf, MD, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California, as our Reviewer of the Month for November 2026.

Learn more about our Reviewer of the Month program here: https://twp.ai/E5I4FQ
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November 4, 2026 at 9:37 PM
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JAACAP is proud to recognize Scott N. Compton, PhD, Chief Psychologist and Vice Chair for Psychology at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, and Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Northwestern University, as our Reviewer of the Month for November 2026.
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November 4, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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For news and updates about all things #jaacap, #jaacapopen, and #jaacapconnect, find us on Bluesky, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Click the link in our bio or search for JAACAP Journals on these platforms.
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October 30, 2026 at 2:06 PM
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New Article in Press: Editorial: Incorporating Evidence for Internalizing Disorders in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support #articleinpress #jaacap https://twp.ai/E5IGyE
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November 2, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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Call for applications! JAACAP Editor-Elect, Dr. Kathryn R. Cullen, is seeking applicants for Associate and Deputy Editors, building the senior editorial team that will join her in assessing new manuscripts beginning April 2027. Also available: Assistant Editor for the Media Forum.
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November 3, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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Volunteer as a reviewer for our journals at https://twp.ai/9Pc0NI.

A demonstrated history of peer review for JAACAP Journals is a key consideration for future masthead and editorial board consideration.

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November 2, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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Editorial: Incorporating Evidence for Internalizing Disorders in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support #jaacap #articleinpress
Editorial: Incorporating Evidence for Internalizing Disorders in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
Internalizing disorders, which include depressive, anxiety, and stressor-related disorders, comprise most of the psychiatric morbidity experienced by adolescents globally.1 Youth with internalizing sy...
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November 2, 2026 at 9:56 PM
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We welcome our new Contributing Editors to the JAACAP Journal Family! From 2027 to 2029, this new cohort of Contributing Editors will be responsible for preparing podcast interviews and plain language summaries for our monthly issues. @nationwidekids.bsky.social @nchfordocs.bsky.social
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November 2, 2026 at 1:28 PM
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New Article in Press: Cariprazine in the Treatment of Pediatric Patients With Irritability Associated With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Trial #articleinpress #jaacap https://twp.ai/E5I6VU
Bar charts comparing placebo and cariprazine treatment in autistic youth with irritability. Cariprazine shows greater improvement than placebo on the primary outcome (ABC-I score change from baseline: −14.9 vs −11.3; p = .021) and numerically greater improvement on a key secondary outcome (PRAS-ASD: −18.2 vs −13.4; p = .051). Error bars indicate variability around mean changes. Title: “Cariprazine in the Treatment of Pediatric Patients With Irritability Associated With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Trial.”
November 4, 2026 at 3:19 PM
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Recent reviews in the #JAACAP Media Forum:

Creating Community Through Storytelling: https://twp.ai/IlpJiB
Kotaro Lives Alone: https://twp.ai/9OUpK3
Finding Our Roots Through Picture Books and Graphic Novels: https://twp.ai/4hpa7z
October 30, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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Looking for #CME credit? #JAACAP offers new article-based activities monthly. Visit https://twp.ai/IlwGEs to explore the courses. #ContinuingMedicalEducation
October 29, 2026 at 6:04 PM
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Youth with both attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism often have complex needs. This study compared real-world treatment of youth with both ADHD and autism to treatment of youth with ADHD alone. https://twp.ai/E5HIzZ
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An orange banner along the top reads, “JAACAP Open. Open Access. American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.” Below, a screenshot of the article landing page reads, “Treatment Patterns and Clinical Outcomes in Youth With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder.” The author list reads, Raman Baweja, MD, MS, Daniel A. Waschbusch, PhD, Narpinder Malhi, MD, Margaret D. Weiss, MD, PhD, Michael Murray, MD, James G. Waxmonsky, MD.
November 4, 2026 at 4:47 PM
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New Article in Press: Meta-Analytic Evidence of Clinical, Cognitive, Biological and Treatment Characteristics of Bipolar Spectrum Disorder in Children and Adolescents: Results From an Umbrella Review #articleinpress #jaacap https://twp.ai/E5I9WQ
Part of an infographic summarizing medication-related metabolic effects in youth with bipolar spectrum disorder. Panels compare risks of triglyceride increases, weight gain, and elevated glucose levels across treatments. Topiramate is associated with decreased risk of weight gain, while olanzapine and quetiapine are associated with increased risk. Lithium is linked to lower glucose-related risk, and risperidone is associated with increased glucose risk. Title: “Meta-Analytic Evidence of Clinical, Cognitive, Biological and Treatment Characteristics of Bipolar Spectrum Disorder in Children and Adolescents: Results From an Umbrella Review.”
November 3, 2026 at 3:35 PM
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New Article in Press: Multimethod Examination of the Transition to Adulthood: The Supporting Emerging Adult Success Study #articleinpress #jaacapopen https://twp.ai/E5GutZ
An orange banner along the top reads, “JAACAP Open. Open Access. American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.” Below, a screenshot of the article landing page reads, “Multimethod Examination of the Transition to Adulthood: The Supporting Emerging Adult Success Study.” The author list reads, Tara S. Peris, PhD, Jennifer A. Silvers, PhD.
October 29, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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Bridging the Divide: A Call to Integrate Perinatal and Infant Mental Health #jaacap #articleinpress
Bridging the Divide: A Call to Integrate Perinatal and Infant Mental Health
Pregnancy and early childhood are critical periods shaping the long-term physical, mental, and relational health of parents, children, and families. During the perinatal period (pregnancy through the ...
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October 30, 2026 at 10:31 PM
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Cariprazine in the Treatment of Pediatric Patients With Irritability Associated With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Trial #jaacap #articleinpress
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Cariprazine in the Treatment of Pediatric Patients With Irritability Associated With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Trial
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October 29, 2026 at 9:28 PM
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TODAY! Meet JAACAP Open Editor Manpreet K. Singh, MD, MS, in the Grand Hall, Thursday 10/29, 10:30am-11:30am. Ask questions, share feedback, and learn about the publishing process and promoting your research. #AACAP26
October 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM