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Did we mention we have two fantastic websites? effectivechildtherapy.org for parents to learn more about effective child therapy, AND scaap53.org for all your member needs

Please follow along @helpyourkeiki and @camhdhawaii (on Instagram) to see the work that Dr. Nakamura and his team are doing to better the mental health of youth! 🎉 (Part 2)

In celebration of #aapi #aapiheritagemonth #aanhpi #aanhpiheritagemonth, we’re elated to share a small subset of the nearly two decades of incredible work that Dr. Brad Nakamura has done. 🎉 (Part 1)

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month 💚, we break down some common myths about child & adolescent mental health. 💡 Early understanding = early support. Let’s replace misconceptions with evidence and empathy! #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #SCCAP #ChildAdolescentPsychology

It’s time for another round of article spotlighting! Super interesting study and fantastic addition to your reading list. Check out our bio on IG to learn more!

We’re launching something new! 🚀 Introducing EXIT (Exposure-based Interventions & Treatments)—a Special Interest Group focused on strengthening and advancing exposure-based care for youth. 👉 Interested? Sign-up can be done on the Div 53 website! #Div53 #sccap #ExposureTherapy

The 2026 WAAD event is organized by the Institute of Neurodiversity (ION), with the support of the United Nations Department of Global Communications To see the full details of the program, please click on our IG’s bio to access the page and click “programme”. #autism

🌿📚 #InBalance: We are excited to share that the Spring 2026 issue of InBalance is now live and freely available! This issue features new articles, expert recommendations, and updates for the clinical child and adolescent psychology community. Read here: Newsletter.SCCAP53.org.

Mary Whiton Calkins was a leading figure in early psychology and the first woman to serve as APA president, without ever being awarded the PhD she earned. SCCAP recognizes her contributions this Women’s History Month💜 #WomensHistoryMonth #SCCAP #WomeninPsychology

For more info, check out this link: sesameworkshop.org/topics/violenc…

Happy #SaferInternetDay 2026! 🌐💙 SCCAP is committed to helping children, teens, and families build healthy, safe, and supportive digital lives. A Family Media Plan can help you and your kids decide how technology fits into your family’s values, routines, and priorities #SID

Supporting Black children and adolescents starts with intentional reflection. We're inviting psychologists at every career stage to pause, reflect, and recommit to affirming care—during Black History Month and beyond. → Swipe for prompts #sccap #sccap53 #blackhistorymonth

Here are a few conversation tips from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network about recent shootings to help you talk with children in a way that feels safe, supportive, and age-appropriate: nctsn.org/resources/talk…

🚨 The 2026 SCCAP Award application period is officially open! SCCAP members are encouraged to apply—don’t miss your chance to be recognized! #sccap53 #sccap #mentalhealth #leaders

Hey! Have you renewed your SCCAP membership yet (or signed up if this is your first time)? 🎉 Renew for the new year to keep connecting, meeting new people, and seeing familiar faces at conferences! #conference #signup

What are the risks and benefits of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for youth? With input from an expert advisory panel, the APA has developed recommendations to guide conversations around youth mental health and AI safety. Click on this link to learn more: apa.org/topics/artific…

📣 SCCAP is seeking dedicated leaders! We’re now accepting nominations for two open Board positions: President-Elect and APA Council Representative. 🗓️ Nominations due December 15, 2025 🌟 Self-nominations welcome #sccap53 #sccap

Promising news for adolescent mental health: A study published in EPCAMH shows that DBT-A delivered in residential care leads to meaningful improvements at discharge—many lasting two years later. Evidence-based care matters. 💙📖 #SCCAP53 #EPCAMH #DBT #evidencebasedtreatment

Now, more than ever, it is essential for us to come together as a community--all members are welcome to attend and connect with each other at this ABCT social hour event. Please RSVP via the link below so we order enough appetizers! forms.gle/cBqMPRtBmXF9wq… #sccap #abct

Join us on Friday, October 24th at 12:00PM EST for the SCCAP Smith Award Winner Webinar led by Dr. Randall T. Salekin Register using the linktree in our bio! Free CE credits! #ConductDisorder #ClinicalResearch #Personality #EvidenceBasedTreatments #ClinicalPsychology #SCCAP53

September is self care awareness month! Self-care is less about quick fixes and more about sustainable choices. What’s one habit you’re choosing to protect your energy this month? #sccap53 #selfcareawarenessmonth #mentalhealth