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Did you know SCCAP offers a wide range of award opportunities for student and early career members? Check out sccap53.org/resources/st... for more info on these awards and the application process! #childandadolescentpsychology #psychologistsofinstagram #studentsofpsychology

Happy #SaferInternetDay 2026! 🌐💙
SCCAP is committed to helping children, teens, and families build healthy, safe, and supportive digital lives #SID #SID2026 #SCCAP #ChildMentalHealth #DigitalWellBeing

The 2026 SCCAP Awards Cycle is open through FEBRUARY 21! These are just some of the award opportunities available. Visit the SCCAP website for more info on how to apply! lnkd.in/eJ-if746

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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.

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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: www.nctsn.org/resources/ta...

🚨 The 2026 SCCAP Award application period is officially open! SCCAP members are encouraged to apply—don’t miss your chance to be recognized!
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New Article Alert 📣 Moskowitz & colleagues found the use of digital, self-guided single-session interventions (SSIs) can be a promising solution to address accessibility challenges. Click to learn more! #sccap #sccap53 #division53 #adolescents #intervention #emotion #research #evidencebasedcare

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!

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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.

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📣 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

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Check out the “perks” of being an SCCAP member, including two top journals available free to all members! First-time members can register for free with the code: Div53New. Scan the QR code to join today! #sccap #childpsychology #journals

Practicing gratitude can be a powerful habit, with research showing benefits to both mental and physical health. Here are some ways you can make gratitude a regular part of your routine! #sccap53 #gratitude #evidencebasedinterventions #mentalhealth #positivepsychology

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. 💙📖
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The Dissemination and Implementation Science (DIS) SIG held a joint preconference and Happy Hour with SCCAP last week at ABCT. We had a blast reconnecting and learning from one another. @abctnow.bsky.social @dissig.bsky.social

Super happy to see our members engaged in conversations 🥹❤️

Was great to see so many members at our 2025 Preconference, co-hosted by @sccap53.bsky.social

Meet SCCAP member, Dr. Nina Kaiser, Founder & CEO of Practice San Francisco! Swipe left to learn more about Dr. Kaiser's interests, experiences, and work!

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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; please RSVP via the link below so they order enough appetizers! #sccap #abct @dissig.bsky.social

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National Stress Awareness Day is observed every year on the first Wednesday in November. This day serves as a gentle nudge to pause, check in with yourself, and practice small stress-reducing habits that can carry into everyday life. #sccap53 #sccap #stress #wellness #mentalhealth

While you help your child build social-emotional, cognitive, language & communication, and motor skills, remember that you are also helping them foster mental well-being! #earlychildhood #sccp53 #division53 #childandadolescentpsychology #ECMHC

November is Early Childhood Mental Health Awareness Month! Young children learn through interacting with their families and the greater community.

The APA 2026 call for proposals is now open! convention.apa.org/proposals

🍁📚 #InBalance: The Fall 2025 issue of InBalance is here—live and freely available! This expansive release includes original articles, election results, committee updates, and more. Find it all here: newsletter.sccap53.org

The shortage of mental health providers for youth is well known. Given a 4:1 ratio of newly minted master’s compared to doctorally trained therapists, training master’s level therapists is a prime role for psychologists. #sccap53 #sccap #division53 #childandadolescent #psychology #integratedhealth

5. Most importantly, if your child is old enough, have them pick out a fun and comfortable costume to make the night more enjoyable!

4. Halloween can be very overwhelming, and it is not uncommon for children to shut down or cry if they are tired or scared. Do not push them to do something scary when they are scared. Have a backup plan if things do not go as planned.

3. Practice with your child how to ask for "treats." Practice at your own front door with them knocking on the door or ringing the doorbell saying "Happy Halloween!" or "Trick or treat!" Make sure your child also knows to stay outside the door and not to enter someone's home.

2. Walking around may be taxing for them and for you if you have to carry them from house to house. Going to a community trunk-or-treat can be a great alternative to reduce the stress of walking around trick-or-treating. The events are contained and usually are targeted for young kids.