In this Episode of Thinking It Through with Dr. Naidoo- Child Psychiatrist, Dr. Naidoo reflects on the TV Show- This is Us- and speaks about how an ordinary interaction between parent and child can become a window for connection and confidence. Do you feel like when you are around your teen, that you are walking on eggshells?

If you become aware that your child may be struggling with mental health concerns, it may be hard to connect with them. Listen in as she shares some tips to help your child open up to you.

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

In this episode Dr. Naidoo shares what to do if you are a parent that becomes aware of your child having " Dark thoughts." She shares some signs of worsening depression and suicide risk in youth that parents can look for. She also shares how to keep them safe and find them help via calling 988, texting 741-741 and when to bring your child to a medical ER. She shares the acronym she has created as a quick suicide prevention checklist GO SECURE to help secure particular items to reduce suicide risk in your home. Listen in as she shares tips on how to help your child if they are struggling with Dark Thoughts.

**Please be aware this podcast does discuss suicide, suicide attempts, and suicide prevention**

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

For Mental Health Awareness Month- Dr. Naidoo focuses on how to help parents become more AWARE of changes that they may observe in their child and how they can commnunicate this change with a professional. Dr. Naidoo introduces the acronym F.I.N.D. to help parents and patients remember what to look for and what professionals listen for when trying to assist in assessment and treatment of mental health concern. .

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