Latest Mental Health Shows
Depression in Children on the Rise — How to Help Your Child with Their Mental Health
Jun 15, 2020
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 3.2 million kids aged 12 to 17 have had a depressive episode in the last year. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains what depression looks like in children and how you as a parent can help your child’s mental health....
Read InterviewShortness of Breath: Anxiety or Coronavirus?
Apr 30, 2020
Shortness of breath, heart-pounding, and chest pain can all be physical signs of anxiety. But they can also be signs of coronavirus as well. Doctors can distinguish the two if you're at the hospital, but what if you're at home in the middle of the night? Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about the ...
Read InterviewHealth Benefits of Drinking Less
Apr 27, 2020
A common thought is 'a few drinks during times of stress can help a person relax and sleep.' However, drinking too much alcohol can have the opposite effect, as well as other mental health repercussions. Psychiatry Dr. Andrew Smith says moderation is the key and talks about ways to scale back the ...
Read InterviewTalk to Someone About Your Feelings
Apr 17, 2020
Your mental wellbeing comes to the forefront during a global health crisis. If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, it can help to talk to someone about the emotions you're feeling. Psychiatrist Dr. Benjamin Chan talks about seeking mental health care during the COVID-19 pandemic....
Read InterviewHow to Deal With Negative Emotions
Apr 14, 2020
Feelings of anxiety, being overwhelmed and ambiguity of the future can be common during a crisis, and it's human nature to avoid those emotions. But psychiatrist Dr. Benjamin Chan says it's better to embrace the negative emotions you may have during times of uncertainties....
Read Interview3 Ways to Cope With Stress
Apr 9, 2020
Uncertainties can cause stress on both the mind and body, but not thinking about the uncertainties can be a difficult thing to do. Psychiatrist Dr. Benjamin Chan talks about three ways to cope with stress during the COVID-19 pandemic....
Read InterviewHelping Children Through the COVID-19 Pandemic
Apr 6, 2020
It's a stressful time for many of us, even children. With most children having been sent home from school, stress and anxiety can run high. Child psychiatrist Dr. Benjamin Chan talks about what parents can do to help their kids during the COVID-19 pandemic....
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