Announcing the 2026 Lois T. Flaherty Best Paper and Best Poster Session Awards

ASAP Executive Office
Oct 6
2 min read

Updated: Nov 4

Exciting Opportunities for Residents, Fellows, and Medical Students

The American Society for Adolescent Psychiatry (ASAP) is thrilled to announce its annual Lois T. Flaherty Best Paper Award and the Best Poster Session Award Competitions. These competitions are open to any qualified resident, fellow, or medical student, regardless of ASAP membership.

Winners will receive cash awards. They will also have the chance to present their work at our 2026 annual meeting. This meeting will be held virtually, in conjunction with the 2026 APA annual meeting in San Francisco.

Membership in The American Society for Adolescent Psychiatry is not required. However, we welcome trainees and offer them their first year of membership at no charge. Subsequent years of membership are available at a 75% discount over our regular dues. In return, members receive all the benefits, including our journal subscription valued at $195 and discounts on other events!

Submission Guidelines

To be considered for these awards, the topics of the paper or posters must be relevant to the field of Adolescent and Young Adult Psychiatry. This ensures that the work presented is aligned with the interests and needs of our community.

The deadline for submission is January 31, 2026. For more information, please click on the following links:

Why Participate?

Participating in these competitions offers numerous benefits. It allows residents, fellows, and medical students to showcase their research and ideas. Moreover, it provides an excellent platform for networking with peers and professionals in the field.

Presenting at the annual meeting can significantly enhance one's resume. It demonstrates commitment to the field and a willingness to engage with contemporary issues in adolescent psychiatry.

Conclusion

We encourage all eligible participants to take advantage of this opportunity. The Lois T. Flaherty Best Paper Award and the Best Poster Session Award Competitions are excellent ways to contribute to the field of Adolescent and Young Adult Psychiatry.

For any inquiries or further information, please do not hesitate to reach out. We look forward to your submissions!

Gregory P. Barclay, M.D., DLFAPA, FASAP

ASAP Executive Director