Necessity and considerations for expanding training pathways for child and adolescent psychiatrists in China

doi:10.3969/j.issn.2096-045X.2025.04.009

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Abstract: The prevalence of psychiatric disorders among children and adolescents is alarmingly high, posing a significant burden on both individuals and society. However, access to resources for their diagnosis and treatment remains constrained, highlighting the urgent need for more skilled child and adolescent psychiatrists (CAPs). Currently, the training pathways for CAPs in China are limited in scope and necessitates expansion to meet the growing demand. This article critically examines the current training landscape of CAPs in China, drawing upon international best practices by summarizing diverse training models for CAPs worldwide. It also delves into exploratory efforts to establish comprehensive, full-range training pathways for CAPs tailored to China's context. By addressing the training needs across various stages from an educational perspective, this endeavor holds the potential to alleviate the shortage of CAPs professionals and enhance the accessibility of mental health services for children and adolescents.

Key words: child and adolescent psychiatrists, medical education, post-graduation medical education, specialty training, training pathways abroad, training pathways in China

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Pan Meirong, Yue Xinxin, Tang Ni, Wang Hui, Ma Hong, Cao Qingjiu, Si Tianmei. Necessity and considerations for expanding training pathways for child and adolescent psychiatrists in China[J]. Medical Education Management, 2025, 11(4): 424-430.

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