FORMAT

A Clinical Perspectives program presents a particular topic or theme related to treatment, research method, service delivery, or clinical care, which includes evidence-based materials as well as the "art" and clinical wisdom of the practice of child and adolescent psychiatry. They provide an opportunity for discussion by experts who approach an issue from slightly different, but complementary perspectives, or discussion of a controversial topic by experts with differing views.

New this year: Clinical Perspectives programs are 2 hours in duration and consist of three (3) or four (4) individual presentations (15 to 20 minutes each) with remaining time reserved for discussant’s comments, general discussion, and a question & answer period with the audience. A minimum of forty (40) minutes should be dedicated to open discussion and audience interaction with presenters. Clinical Perspectives have a maximum of six (6) presenters, including chair(s) and discussant(s).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Clinical Perspectives are similar to Symposia. However, while symposia emphasize the presentation of original research reports, Clinical Perspectives can include historical information, case presentations, systematic observations, methodology, descriptions of systems of care, etc. It is the recommendation of the Program Committee that presenters come from different institutions. However, if all speakers are from the same site, then a discussant from another site should be included.

Although not required, the Program Committee looks favorably on inclusion of an independent discussant able to integrate and critique individual presentations and summarize their clinical implications, particularly if information presented is new or controversial.

If the submission is selected to be a part of the scientific program at the Annual Meeting, the session chair is responsible for ensuring that the amount of individual presentation content is appropriate for the available time frame and for keeping speakers on schedule during the live session. All accepted submissions must also display full disclosure slides to the audience during the live session.

Submissions about clinical techniques should include a brief description of or reference to the scientific evidence for and limitations of the treatment technique.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Each submission for a Clinical Perspectives program should include the following items:

• Overall Submission Title
• Chair(s) affiliation and email address(es)
• At least two (2) educational learning objectives
• Overall Proceedings Abstract
• Individual Proceedings Abstract for each presentation
• Names, organizations, contact information, email addresses, and disclosures for all co-presenters

Content Addressing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: AACAP has a strong commitment to promoting mental health equity and combating health disparities. We support cultural competency efforts that enable practitioners to care effectively for patients from diverse cultures, groups, and communities. For each program related to patient care, AACAP encourages presenters to include relevant information on differences in prevalence, diagnosis, and treatment pertaining to diverse racial and ethnic populations.

AACAP will accept approximately sixty (60) Clinical Perspectives this year. All Clinical Perspectives must submit a complete proposal each year to be considered for the scientific program at the Annual Meeting. To submit a Clinical Perspectives session for consideration, select “Begin a Submission” at the top or bottom right-hand side of this page.

Questions regarding Clinical Perspectives can be directed to meetings@aacap.org.