Episode 53- Should you tell your child's school about their mental health care concerns? As a child psychiatrist, I answer this question for every patient and family that I work with. Given that kids spend over 75% of their day in school, thinking through this question is critical particulary if your child is already engaged in mental health care treatment. The answer is unique to every family and individual, but it is worth Thinking It Through! Listen in as Dr. Naidoo discusses the pros and cons of talking to your child school about their mental health care.

Here is a link to the Podcast- Mental Health Goes to School - where Dr. Naidoo discusses what may happen if your child experiences a mental health care crisis in school-https://mentalhealthgoestoschool.com/e13-dr-shivana-naidoo-talking-it-through/

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For More information about Dr. Shivana Naidoo, MD, please visit www.DoBetterMD.com

Episode 52- In this Episode of Thinking it Through with Dr. Naidoo- Child Psychiatrist , she uses the acronym V.I.E.W. to help her son think a bit differently. Her older son Gavin shares that he does not want to go to 4rth grade. Dr. Naidoo thinks through how the VIEW acronym helps her to Validate his concerns, Investigate how come he is sharing this with her, Encourage him to do hard things, and Wonder about the possibilities that lay ahead for him. Consider using this acronym to help address concerns that your child presents to you, to help you expand their view!

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For More information about Dr. Shivana Naidoo, MD, please visit www.DoBetterMD.com

In this Episode of Thinking It Through with Dr. Naidoo- Child Psychiatrist, she follows up with now freshly minted Dr. Ashley Akramoff, as she shares her experience in transitioning to an MSIV- in her final year of medical school and through to graduation. She shares her experiences and evolution through the interview process and determining which program she is thrilled to begin in July 2024. Dr. Akramoff also asks Dr. Naidoo several questions about psychiatry residency and beyond. If you are a psychiatry resident or child psychiatry fellow, listen in as Dr. Akramoff shares her hopes and dreams and Dr. Naidoo shares her insights and secrets to psychiatry residency success!

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In this Episode of Thinking It Through with Dr. Naidoo- Child Psychiatrist, Dr. Naidoo reflects upon her work with Parents and Youth with mental health care concerns. She shares the story of Aisha Chaudhary and her "Little Epiphanies." She also shares the analogy she has created of youth developing mental health symptoms as Roses who have evolved into resillent Cacti. She shares how we can all care for the Cactus Kids even if they are a little prickly.

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For More information about Dr. Shivana Naidoo, MD, please visit www.DoBetterMD.com

In this episode of Thinking It Through with Dr. Naidoo- Child Psychiatrist, listen in as she interviews Dr. Nina Joy Mena, host of the podcast- Journey to Joy- and advocate for mental health care in the black community. They speak about how to provide better mental health care by bringing in more Joy and having this as a shift of focus for patients and practioners. Dr. NJoy is fun, relatable and full of Joy. Uplift your spirit by tuning into this episode!

Check out Dr. NJoy's podcast at https://www.drnjoylife.com/podcast

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In this Fix It Friday Episode- Listen in as Dr. Naidoo helps navigate holding back from solving a conflict with her son and his friends during a play date. Dr. Naidoo demonstrates how we can prompt children and create space to help children learn how to solve their own problem. Dr. Naidoo admits how challenging it is to remind her mind of the capacity her children have to problem solve.

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In this epsiode of Thinking it Through with Dr. Naidoo- Child Psychiatrist- Dr. Naidoo reflects on her dad who passed away 27 years ago on June 14th, 1997. She reflects on his life, his cancer diagnosis and treatment, and her grieving and growth process after he passed away. Her experiences and insights can provide parents and young patients about how the stories we tell ourselves about our lives and histories impact our growth and future. Her Dad would always say "If you Know Better- Do Better." She shares how she has take her father's legacy and incorporated it into her mission for this podcast and her private practice.

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In this episode of Thinking It Through with Dr. Naidoo- Child Psychiatrist, Dr. Naidoo speaks about the concept of mindset and how it is similar to and different from belief. She shares how your mindset can impact not only yourself, but also your children and how they think about themselves. Listen in as Dr. Naidoo shares how Thoughts, Actions, and Feelings are connected, and how you as a parent can use your mindset to help your child flourish.

If You or someone you Love is in a mental health crisis- Please Call- 988
If You or someone you Love is in a medical crisis - Please Call- 911

For More information about Dr. Shivana Naidoo, MD, please visit www.DoBetterMD.com