Journal of the Korean Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is published by the Korean Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. It is the scientific journal publishing originative articles by the Korean Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry members or related specialists on child and adolescent psychiatry as well as thesis designed by editorial committee. We welcomes manuscripts from diverse viewpoints. Our Journal covers the whole range of child and adolescent psychiatry and neuroscience. It also seeks to promote the well being of children and families by publishing scholarly papers on such subjects as health policy, legislation, advocacy, ethnic issue, culture, and service provision as they pertain to the mental health of children and families.