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Andrew & Virginia Rudd Research & Professional Practice Centre
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Promoting world-leading #research, professional practice training and policy engagement that meet the needs of families and children in a changing world. 💡 https://ruddcentre.com/ #RuddCamResearch
To mark Place2Be's Children's Mental Health Week, we'll be sharing our short film soon, 'Showcasing Community Support - Highlighting the Needs of Those in Need.'
Watch this space for updates! 🎬 #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
February 4, 2026 at 3:56 PM
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February 3, 2026 at 3:59 PM
Please follow us on LinkedIn too! 😊https://www.linkedin.com/company/100579604
The Andrew and Virginia Rudd Research and Professional Practice Centre, University of Cambridge.
February 3, 2026 at 3:59 PM
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Students with EDs face systemic challenges, but targeted improvements—such as dual GP registration and shared care plans—can make a big difference. Study link:
Seeking support for an eating disorder: a qualitative analysis of the university student experience—accessibility of support for students - Journal of Eating Disorders
Background While there is increased concern around mental health problems in universities, the experience of students with eating disorders (EDs) has received less attention. This is problematic as…
jeatdisord.biomedcentral.com
January 19, 2026 at 9:50 AM
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Help shape Anti-Bullying Week 2026 & influence national anti-bullying work!

You can nominate up to 3 pupils (13–18) to join Young ABA, the Anti-Bullying Alliance’s youth advisory group.

🗓️ Apply today!

📍NI: bit.ly/3YEuGuj
📍England & Wales: bit.ly/3Y7YsHW
January 19, 2026 at 9:31 AM
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We’re proud to support @samaritans.bsky.social Brew Monday campaign ☕

People can feel low on any day of the year but connecting over a cuppa is a great way to check in with each other.

Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/3aaYyUD
January 19, 2026 at 9:53 AM
It’s more important than ever to take the time to check in with the people we care about. That’s why we’re getting together for #BrewMonday this year to raise vital funds and awareness for
@samaritans.bsky.social ☕ 💚 bit.ly/3aaYyUD
January 19, 2026 at 10:27 AM
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Congratulations to the smash hit Netflix drama #Adolescence at the Golden Globes.

The series highlights the harms of social media for young people.

In a 2-part blog, Prof Gordon Harold stressed the need to better support parents in protecting children’s mental health online.

bit.ly/4qA9n9X
January 12, 2026 at 9:21 AM
Wishing all our Rudd Centre supporters, friends and collaborators a very happy and healthy #NewYear! 🎉
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January 1, 2026 at 2:28 PM
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🎄 Prevent sexual & sexist bullying with today’s #ABAAdvent gift. 🎁 Download our guidance and take action. 🌟 Access here: anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/sites/defaul...
December 16, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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Get a FREE ebook! In 2025, we ran webinars that brought together leading international experts to share evidence-based, practice-focused insights on mental health. Take a look a this overview with our FREE ebook. https://www.acamh.org/blog/2025-a-year-of-shared-learning/
2025: A Year of Shared Learning (get your FREE ebook)
In 2025, we ran a rich programme of webinars that brought together leading international experts to share evidence-based, practice-focused insights on key topics such as school mental health, autism a...
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December 12, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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We’re growing our team at the Bennett School of Public Policy and are currently hiring a Professor of Public Policy, and a Research Assistant.

Find out more on our website and apply:
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/about-us/car...
December 15, 2025 at 11:31 AM
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We're looking for a Professor of Public Policy to join our senior leadership team.

They'll play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses, & make a significant contribution to its research & research leadership.

Apply by 9 February 2026: www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/profess...
December 10, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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Today is #PansexualPrideDay!

We wanted to challenge some of the misconceptions and stereotypes we often hear about pansexuality.

We want to remind all pansexual people that you are loved and valid. 🩷💛🩵
December 8, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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We're recruiting for a Research Assistant

We're looking for someone interested in one or more of the following - institutions; governance; devolution; place-based policy; and public administration.

📆 Apply by 5 January 2026

🔗https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/research-assistant-fixed-term-jb48083
December 8, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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A wonderfully busy day discussing #research plans with the fantastic Prof. Leslie Leve @leveprev.bsky.social @uoregon.bsky.social 🤩
(L to R) Our Director Prof. Gordon Harold, Xiaoning Zhang @xzhang777.bsky.social, Dr Iris Ji, Jiayin Zheng and Prof. Leve.
December 3, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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✨ For day 4 of #ABAAdvent, we’re gifting our Preventing Bullying Toolkit! 🎁 Start creating safer spaces with practical tips and tools. 🌟 Download here: anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/sites/defaul...
December 4, 2025 at 12:38 PM
A wonderfully busy day discussing #research plans with the fantastic Prof. Leslie Leve @leveprev.bsky.social @uoregon.bsky.social 🤩
(L to R) Our Director Prof. Gordon Harold, Xiaoning Zhang @xzhang777.bsky.social, Dr Iris Ji, Jiayin Zheng and Prof. Leve.
December 3, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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Our Postdoctoral Research Associate Dr Iris Ji was proud to present her insightful research on loneliness at the recent @eupha.bsky.social Investing for sustainable health & well-being conference. #EPH2025
Learn more about Iris's work here! 💡https://ruddcentre.com/about-us/meet-the-team/dr-iris-ji/
November 20, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Our Postdoctoral Research Associate Dr Iris Ji was proud to present her insightful research on loneliness at the recent @eupha.bsky.social Investing for sustainable health & well-being conference. #EPH2025
Learn more about Iris's work here! 💡https://ruddcentre.com/about-us/meet-the-team/dr-iris-ji/
November 20, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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NEW | The opportunity gap facing boys from low-income families at age 5 and beyond

Early attainment gaps mean some boys don't just start behind, they stay behind

📖 Read our latest report from @sophiemetcalfe.bsky.social @nehaldavison.bsky.social www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/publication/...
The opportunity gap facing boys from low-income families at age 5 and beyond | Institute for Government
Early attainment gaps mean some boys don't just start behind, they stay behind.
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk
November 20, 2025 at 8:44 AM
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Today marks #TransgenderRememberenceDay to honour lives lost to anti-transgender violence.

To the transgender community, we see you, we support you, and we stand with you. We carry the memory of those we've lost in the fight for justice and equality 🏳️‍⚧️🧡
November 20, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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📣 Digital Research Community!

The new UK Adolescent Health Study will follow 100k young people (8–18yrs) for 10+ years. Please share what digital technology measures you think it should include.

Please complete this survey (by 24th November 2025 @ 9AM): cambridge.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Adolescent Health Survey - Digital Media
Expert guidance shaping digital media questions in upcoming Adolescent Health Study.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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This #ChildrensGriefAwarenessWeek we are pleased to highlight a new episode of the CBeebies Parenting Download podcast: ‘How to Speak to Children about Grief and Loss.’

👉 Listen here - www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

#SharingStoriesStrengtheningHope
CBeebies - CBeebies Parenting, Download – How to talk to children about grief and loss – Tom Fletcher
Talking to children about grief and loss with Tom Fletcher and therapist, Amanda Orange.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 20, 2025 at 10:35 AM