Shrinking It Down: Mental Health Made Simple

One of the most common questions Dr. Gene Beresin and Dr. Steve Schlozman hear from parents, as adolescent psychiatrists, is: “How can I tell if my kid is struggling with a mental health issue?” All kids go through behavioral phases and changes at different stages of life. But when it comes to teens, in particular, it can be hard to tell the difference between typical irritability, withdrawal, and fatigue and something more problematic. When is it cause for concern? The answers to these questions are not crystal clear, but in today’s episode Gene and Steve provide tips and guidance on how to know if your child could use some help. Plus, we’ll share info about an incredible Youth Mental Health First Aid resource for parents and other adults who support young people. Thank you for joining in this conversation. Have thoughts or questions on today’s topic? Write to us! We’d love to hear from you.Media ListBig Hair Ballads (YouTube)Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool (IMDB)Most parents struggle to distinguish teen