'Mind the Kids': an ACAMH podcast

• S2 Ep8: Mind the Kids - Dysgraphia and neurodevelopmental disorders: Insights from research

   Join ACAMH Young Person Ambassador Clara Faria as she speaks with Associate Professor Thomas Gargot, a leading expert in technology-driven mental health solutions for children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions. Professor Gargot, winner of the 2024 ACAMH Digital Innovation Award for Best Digital Intervention, delves into his pioneering research on using electronic tablets and robotics to support children with writing difficulties, such as dysgraphia, and explores the crucial connections between handwriting, learning, and cognitive development.  This episode unpacks innovative digital interventions—including rehabilitative robotic companions and scalable handwriting assessment apps—collaborative efforts between academia and startups, and the challenges and opportunities of implementing tech-based re-education tools in real-world settings. Discover how modern technology is transforming support for neurodevelopmental disorders like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, and what the future holds for evidence-based, accessible interventions.  Whether you're a clinician, educator, parent, or researcher, this conversation offers invaluable insights into how digital innovation is shaping the future of care for children facing neurodevelopmental challenges. 

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• S2 Ep7: Mind the Kids - Navigating Eating Disorders Trauma in CAMHS

  In this Mind The Kids podcast junior doctor Clara Faria brings listeners into the heart of child and adolescent mental health care. In this episode, Clara welcomes Dr. Robyn McCarron, consultant psychiatrist at Cambridge’s Darwin Centre, for a candid conversation about the realities and challenges of inpatient care for young people. Trigger warning: Sensitive topics such as restrictive practices, eating disorders, and trauma are discussed. Listener discretion is advised. Robyn shares her journey revealing how her experiences shaped her belief that traditional models often fall short for the most complex and vulnerable patients. She describes the inpatient ward as a place where young people arrive carrying not just medical diagnoses, but also deep histories of trauma, developmental struggles, and social adversity. Robyn’s approach is rooted in values—respect, safety, and discovery—always striving to minimize harm and empower young people to participate in their own care. The episode explores the delicate balance between necessary interventions, like feeding under restraint for life-threatening eating disorders, and the risk of causing further trauma. Clara and Robyn also discuss the importance of supporting young people to regain independence and rebuild their lives outside the hospital, breaking cycles of readmission. Robyn’s reflections are honest and inspiring, highlighting the privilege and challenge of helping young people navigate some of their darkest moments. This episode is a powerful reminder that mental health care is about more than protocols—it’s about relationships, trust, and the courage to rethink how we support the next generation.

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• S2 Ep6: Mind the Kids - From Generation to Generation: Mentorship and Legacy in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

  Welcome to Mind the Kids, the podcast where we dive into the journeys, innovations, and global perspectives shaping child and adolescent mental health. Your host is Clara Faria, an academic clinical fellow in child and adolescent psychiatry at the University of Cambridge. In this special episode, Clars talks to Professor Andrés Martin, Riva Riella Ritvo Professor at the Yale Child Study Center, and Medical Director of Yale’s Children’s Psychiatric Inpatient Service. Professor Martin is a renowned leader in child and adolescent psychiatry, celebrated for his contributions to medical education, mentorship, and global mental health initiatives. Together, they explore Professor Martin’s inspiring path from medical school in Mexico to leadership at Yale, the transformative power of mentorship and community, and the enduring legacy of Professor Donald Cohen. They discuss the importance of nurturing the next generation of clinician-academics, the balance between research and clinical work, and how qualitative research can bring new insights to the field. Whether you’re an early-career professional, a student, or simply passionate about youth mental health, this episode offers wisdom, encouragement, and a sense of belonging in a vibrant international community. Tune in and be inspired by stories of legacy, learning, and the power of working together—from generation to generation. Subscriber to ACAMH ‘Mind the Kids’ wherever you get your podcasts from.

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• S2 Ep5: Mind the Kids - Flourishing Futures: Tom Osborn and the Shamiri Institute

  Welcome to Mind the Kids, the podcast where we explore global innovations and stories in youth mental health. Your host is Clara Faria, a child and adolescent psychiatrist in training and research scientist at the University of Cambridge. In this episode, Clara sits down with Tom Osborn—community mobilizer, entrepreneur, research scientist, and founder of the Shamiri Institute in Kenya. Tom shares his inspiring journey from rural Kenya to Harvard, and how his passion for community-driven change led him to pioneer scalable, evidence-based mental health interventions for young people in low-resource settings. We dive into the origins of the Shamiri Institute, the power of peer-to-peer support, and the lessons learned from adapting community health worker models to mental health care. Tom also discusses the unique challenges facing youth in Kenya, the importance of South-South collaboration, and why building on local strengths is key to sustainable impact. If you’re passionate about mental health, innovation, and making a difference for young people worldwide, this episode is for you. Tune in and be inspired by stories of resilience, creativity, and hope from the frontlines of global mental health.  Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts from. 

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• S2 Ep4: Mind the Kids - From Research to Impact: Transforming Youth Mental Health

  Step into the world of youth mental health with Mind the Kids. In this episode, host Clara Faria welcomes Professor Giovanni Salum, Senior Vice President of Global Programs at the Child Mind Institute and Associate Professor at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul.  Together, they explore the groundbreaking Brazilian High Risk Cohort Study, which has shaped our understanding of child development and mental health in Brazil for over 15 years. Professor Salum shares key findings—like the staggering fact that 80% of children diagnosed with mental health conditions in Brazil do not receive treatment—and discusses how poverty and positive traits shape outcomes for young people. The conversation moves beyond research, delving into Salum’s transition from academia to public health leadership, the challenges of delivering care in a vast country, and the importance of community engagement, capacity building, and global collaboration.  Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on bridging the gap between research and real-world impact, and discover why understanding local contexts and investing in strengths are essential for advancing youth mental health—both in Brazil and around the world 

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