Graham Emslie

Graham Emslie is a Professor of Psychiatry at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, specializing in pediatric mental health. He joined the faculty in 1981 and has held leadership roles as Director of inpatient and outpatient units at Children’s Medical Center’s Psychiatry Division. His clinical focus is child/adolescent depression and mood disorders. Emslie’s research emphasizes medication efficacy trials, psychotherapy effectiveness, and suicide prevention strategies in youth.

Educational Background:

• Undergraduate degree and M.D. from Aberdeen University (1974)
• Residency in General Psychiatry at University of Rochester
• Child Psychiatry Residency and Fellowship at Stanford University

Research Interests:

Dr. Emslie investigates pharmacological and psychotherapeutic interventions for depression, anxiety, and ADHD in children/adolescents. He pioneered studies on SSRI medications like fluoxetine for youth, and developed treatment algorithms for pediatric depression management. His work integrates neurobiological aspects (e.g., cortical excitability studies) with clinical outcomes.

Awards:

• 2003 Klingenstein Third Generation Foundation Award

Professional Contributions:

Serves on editorial boards (Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry), national committees (NIMH Interventions Committee), and leadership roles in organizations like Texas Society of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Authored over 60 papers and 17 book chapters.