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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

There is still time to register for Coram's free online event on 16 October - Building secure futures: longitudinal evidence on attachment in adoption. Find out more: www.coram.org.uk/training-and...

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Building secure futures: Longitudinal evidence on attachment in adoption - Coram

Join researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to hear findings from the three phases of this 25-year longitudinal adoption study.

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

What have we learnt from our research into children and young people’s mental health over the past year – and what does it mean for practice and policy? Join our free So What? webinar on 5 November to explore the findings. Register: www.annafreud.org/training/cou...

So what seminar. What have we learned from our research in 2026? Thursday 5 November. Book Now.

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

We’re looking for an experienced quantitative researcher Find out more and apply: shorturl.at/gKWNA Closes September 7th (we may close the vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications) #ResearchJobs #MentalHealthResearch #ResearchCareers @annafreudcharity.bsky.social

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

New research! Colleagues at @annafreudcharity.bsky.social and UCL explored how previous professional training influences practitioners' early experiences of learning Mentalization-Based Therapy for children. Available open-access - read the findings: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Join Coram's free 'Building secure futures' event and hear findings from a 25-year longitudinal adoption study exploring attachment, identity and developmental outcomes, alongside adoptive parents’ experiences. www.coram.org.uk/training-and...

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Building secure futures: Longitudinal evidence on attachment in adoption - Coram

Join researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to hear findings from the three phases of this 25-year longitudinal adoption study.

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

@corc-annafreud.bsky.social have an exciting #vacancy for a #Research officer @annafreudcharity.bsky.social This is a great opportunity to work in a brilliant team if you have R programming skills which are essential for this role. You can find more details and #apply here: tinyurl.com/y5fuytx7

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Could helping teachers understand what children's behaviour is communicating improve how challenging classroom situations are managed? A study from researchers at UCL & @annafreudcharity.bsky.social explored this question in an alternative provision setting. Findings: www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/13...

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Who's joining us at the CORC Forum on 26 November? 🙋 It's a fantastic opportunity to learn and connect with colleagues and hear the latest insights on evidence, research and practice in children and young people's mental health. Book your place: www.annafreud.org/training/cou...

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Evidence in Practice and Prevention: CORC Forum 2026

Join expert speakers to explore how evidence is shaping early intervention and improving wellbeing support for children and young people.

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

This week, we're delighted to welcome our 2026 cohort of research interns as part of the @annafreudcharity.bsky.social Researcher Internship Scheme. Over the next 3 months, our interns will contribute to a range of research projects and build knowledge through learning sessions. Welcome to the team!

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Last week, EBPU PhD researcher Georgie Parker attended the @powes.bsky.social Annual Conference. Georgie presented a poster showcasing her research on adolescent girls' experiences of physical activity at school and its perceived impact on their mental health and wellbeing. #POWES2026

Georgie Parker standing next to her poster on girls' experiences of school-based physical activity at the BPS Psychology of Women and Equalities Section Annual Conference 2026

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Yesterday our Director @jess-deighton.bsky.social joined BBC Woman's Hour to discuss the Children's Commissioner's new report, which highlights the pressure #MentalHealth services are under, and what this means for how we best support children and young people. Listen: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

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BBC Radio 4 - Woman's Hour - Available now

Available episodes of Woman's Hour

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Fully funded PhD studentship closing soon. Join our team of researchers exploring the aspects of children and young people's lives that influence their mental health and wellbeing. Applications for the PhD in Evidence Based Child and Adolescent Mental Health close on Monday 29 June 👇

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

New paper📝We interviewed 19 young people with SEN to explore their views on completing school-based #wellbeing surveys. Pupils had mixed feelings about completing wellbeing surveys but were generally positive. The study outlines five recommendations for #schools: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

There is still time to apply for our #PhD #studentship Apply by June 29th annafreud.ciphr-irecruit.com/Applicants/v...

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Thank you @corc-annafreud.bsky.social for this fantastic summary of recent research findings, some of which our team have been involved with alongside colleagues from @annafreudcharity.bsky.social, CORC and @uclbrainscience.bsky.social 👇

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Anna Freud @annafreudcharity.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Apply now for our MSc Early Child Development and Clinical Applications with @ucl.ac.uk 🧠 This degree combines a theoretical foundation in early child development with a supervised clinical placement, infant observation, and a research project. www.annafreud.org/training/pos...

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Wellcome Trust @wellcometrust.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

If you’re a researcher of Black, Bangladeshi and Pakistani heritage in the UK, our Accelerator Awards might be for you. It offers flexible grants for research or research-adjacent activities, such as training, secondments and networking. (1/2)

Dorothy Chisare, Equitable Funding Specialist at Wellcome, says: "Our Accelerator Awards continue to create opportunities and break down systemic barriers, supporting underrepresented researchers to take the next step in their careers."

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Vacancy alert 🚨 If you're passionate about #communications #engagement and making a difference to the #mentalhealth & #wellbeing of young children, this is the opportunity for you. Apply here: shorturl.at/UWdYN #CommsJobs #CharityJobs #CommunicationsJobs #MentalHealth #ThirdSector #earlyyears

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

We have a great #PhD #studentship opportunity working with @beewelluk.bsky.social and based in the Evidence Based Practice Unit at @annafreudcharity.bsky.social and @uclbrainscience.bsky.social Check out the details of how to apply here annafreud.ciphr-irecruit.com/Applicants/v...

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Check out our new #research paper. The mental health of #children looked after before and during the Covid-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional #study using propensity score matching shorturl.at/NWZcU #cypmh #pandemic #careexperienced #youngpeople

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

We're proud to partner with @place2becharity.bsky.social @ipsosintheuk.bsky.social k.bsky.social @lshtm.bsky.social on Learning Together Mental Health programme that helps #secondary #schools build #wellbeing belonging & positive school culture Find out more here bit.ly/4jvPJZC

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

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Child Outcomes Research Consortium (CORC) @corc-annafreud.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

New training dates for #mentalhealth #research and #education professionals... Plus announcement of this year's CORC Forum - save the date: ⭐ Thursday 26 November ⭐ 9.30am to 1.30pm 👇 www.linkedin.com/posts/child-...

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

We're proud to partner with @theeef.bsky.social @place2becharity.bsky.social @ipsosintheuk.bsky.social @lshtm.bsky.social on Learning Together for Mental Health programme that helps #secondary #schools build #wellbeing belonging & positive school culture Find out more here bit.ly/4jvPJZC

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Learning Together Mental Health is an opportunity for #schools to take part in a great #mentalhealth #intervention in their schools and benefit from support & training 👇Find out more and register bit.ly/4jvPJZC

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Anna Freud @annafreudcharity.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Around 1 in 50 mothers experience perinatal OCD in pregnancy, but that can increase to 1 in 9 after birth. Our expert Dr Camilla Rosan was on @bbcaccessall.bsky.social this week along with actor Kimberly Nixon who spoke about her experiences of OCD after giving birth.

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Access All: Disability News and Mental Health - Professor Green: “I wanted to cuddle little me” - BBC Sounds

… And actress Kimberley Nixon on perinatal OCD

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

This #feasibility study explored acceptability, delivery settings, impacts on anxiety & depression outcomes My Story and Me is a #digital #mentalhealth #intervention using #storytelling for #women & #girls to reduce stigma, increase awareness, and encourage early help-seeking shorturl.at/GEaLp

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

New #research: The Effect of the Classroom Sensory Environment on Engagement for Autistic Pupils: Classroom Noise and #Classroom Displays Researchers tested how classroom noise and visual displays affect task focus. #Autism #Education #Neurodiversity #InclusiveEducation #sensory

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Child Outcomes Research Consortium (CORC) @corc-annafreud.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Researchers at @annafreuduk & @ucl are collaborating on a survey for #schools. The study aims to understand schools’ perspectives on eating attitudes & #eatingdisorders & learn about any relevant policies, practices, or support needs orlo.uk/2Jlh2 @ebpu.bsky.social #research #mentalhealth

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

This vacancy is now closed as we have reached our application cap.

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

We are now accepting applications for our #researcher #internship Due to popular interest we cap applications at 100. That means we will close applications once we have received 100 applications. Learn more here orlo.uk/aP8pH Apply here tinyurl.com/3a2arn49

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Applications open tomorrow for our #researcher #internship Due to popular interest we cap applications at 100. That means we will close applications once we have received 100 applications. We advise applying early.

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Applications open in 1 week! If you're interested in a career in #mentalhealth #research, take a look at @annafreudcharity.bsky.social 2026 Researcher #internship scheme! Find out more about what the 3 month funded placement involves, and hear from previous interns here: orlo.uk/aP8pH

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Are you aged 16–24? #Youngpeople are invited to take part in an online questionnaire exploring #mentalhealth social media use, sexting, trust in information from others, and how life experiences may shape #wellbeing Learn more and find the survey : shorturl.at/4w8mP

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

The deadline for taking part in NURTURE project has been extended. If you or you know anyone interested in taking part in the survey they have until May 11th #research

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

If you're interested in a career in #mentalhealth #research, take a look at @annafreudcharity.bsky.social 2026 Researcher #internship scheme! Find out more about what the 3 month funded placement involves, view the eligibility criteria and hear from previous interns here: orlo.uk/aP8pH

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

You can watch our most recent seminar recording now! So What can we learn from #livedexperience experts in #research Watch the recording here www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0fB... #mentalhealth #research #CYP #wellbeing #participation

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Help shape future #research for #parents who experienced abuse or neglect in childhood Your insights can help guide future #research and improve #support for #families 👉 Take part here: qualtrics.ucl.ac.uk/jfe/form/SV_...

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NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) @nihrspcr.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

FREE Public Collaborator Training: Reviewing Plain English Summaries (or Lay Summaries) Thursday, 21 May 2026, 1pm to 2.30pm Aimed at members of the public who would like to contribute to the research process: bit.ly/4bTVYEq #PPIE #PPI #Training #PrimaryCare #Research @oxprimarycare.bsky.social

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Anna Freud @annafreudcharity.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Our CEO, Deputy CEO and Director of Schools and Clinical Practice met with @childrenscomm.bsky.social Dame Rachel de Souza last week to discuss mental health and SEND reform in schools. Read more: www.annafreud.org/news/childre...

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Children’s Commissioner Visits Anna Freud

Dame Rachel de Souza visits Anna Freud to discuss support for neurodivergent children and SEND, sharing insights on early intervention and mental health.

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Book your place at this free webinar sharing findings from the ReThink research project Supporting the #mentalhealth and #wellbeing of older teens in #care & #careleavers becomecharity.org.uk/about-us/new...

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Professor Nick Midgley founder of ChAPTRe has been lecturing in #Japan Find out more about ChAPTRe and their work www.annafreud.org/get-involved... #cypmh #children #families

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

We're proud to partner with @theeef.bsky.social @place2becharity.bsky.social @ipsosintheuk.bsky.social @lshtm.bsky.social to evaluate the Learning Together Mental Health programme. Secondary #schools in England can register interest by 1 May 2026: bit.ly/4jvPJZC #wellbeing #belonging #attainment

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

We're kicking off our free #learningevent #webinar So What Can We Learn From Lived Experience Experts in Research? now #livedexperience #experts #mentalhealth #research #cyp Don't worry if you miss it we will be sharing the recording

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

We were pleased to attend the @nihr.bsky.social #uipcelebration yesterday in Manchester. Find out more about our #researcher #internship which was generously supported by NIHR: annafreud.org/get-involved...

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Join @corc-annafreud.bsky.social upcoming #webinar #training Using #outcome measures effectively with #neurodivergent #children & #youngpeople and those with #learningdisabilities This is an interactive session, come ready to share and #learn from others! Book now tinyurl.com/bdhjphs2

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

There is just 1 week to go until our next free #learningevent #webinar So What Can We Learn From Lived Experience Experts in Research? There's still time to book your place shorturl.at/Cwupb #livedexperience #experts #mentalhealth #research #cyp

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Evidence Based Practice Unit @ebpu.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

How Do UK #Secondary #Schools Support Young People’s #Wellbeing? This paper describes the process of creating a @beewelluk.bsky.social School Provision Survey in consultation with young people, school staff, and other key stakeholders. doi.org/10.35844/001...

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