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Wolfson Centre for Young People’s Mental Health

We are a dedicated interdisciplinary research centre focusing on reducing anxiety and depression in young people.

We use our research expertise to focus on understanding the causes of adolescent mental health problems that can inform new effective ways to offer practical help to young people.

We bring together world-leading researchers to focus on reducing anxiety and depression in young people.

Our research, scientific discoveries and public involvement work aim to rapidly inform policy and practice in the field of youth anxiety and depression.

Our public lecture series features talks from internationally acclaimed academics in the field of youth mental health.

We have exciting opportunities for young people to take part and collaborate with us on our mental health research.

Latest news

Major new Horizon Europe grant to advance research on child maltreatment services

21 May 2025

A new €6.3 million initiative will bring together researchers from 12 countries to address critical gaps in identifying and supporting cases of children who have experienced abuse.

A headshot image of Professor Anita Thapar

Cardiff University Professor awarded prestigious Heinrich Hoffman Medal for pioneering work in ADHD

15 May 2025

Professor Anita Thapar, a globally renowned expert in child and adolescent psychiatry, has been awarded the Heinrich Hoffman Medal by the World Federation of ADHD.

Youth mental health trends: comparing the UK and Brazil

27 March 2025

A new study at the Wolfson Centre for Young People’s Mental Health at Cardiff University has revealed important differences in how youth mental health has changed over time in the UK and Brazil.