Our investigators use state-of-the-art methods to study causes and risk factors related to mental health problems and work together with clinicians and policy makers to improve their prevention and treatment.
Research
UCL has a rich portfolio of ground-breaking research in Children and Young People's Mental Health.
Partnership and Collaboration
UCL researchers work with partners to push the boundaries of our understanding and share our knowledge in Children and Young People's Mental Health.
Education and Training
UCL offers several graduate study programmes in or related to Children and Young People's Mental Health.
Events
Find out about UCL Children and Young People’s Mental Health events including the latest in the Catalyst Seminar Series.
Headlines
Calorie labels helpful for people with binge eating disorders
Food calorie labels on menus in cafes and restaurants can be helpful for people with binge eating disorders, even aiding their recovery, finds new research from UCL and King’s College London.
15 Apr 2026
Parenting programmes can improve wellbeing for families from diverse backgrounds
Evidence-based parenting programmes delivered through community organisations can support family wellbeing and should be considered as part of wider strategies to reduce health inequalities, a landmark UCL study has found.
25 Mar 2026
Analysis: The man who fell in love with the sound of Spitfires – here’s what this can teach us
Dr Lucy Core (UCL Dementia Research Centre) describes in The Conversation how some patients with dementia can develop new and unexpected interests, suggesting that not all dementia symptoms are related to memory loss.
03 Mar 2026