In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo addresses a common medical concern found in adolescents that can worsen mental health- Concussion. Dr. Naidoo has found in her practice and experience that several youth with treatment resistant depression, persistent anxiety and chronic difficulties in school happen to have a history of concussion- often times multiple concussions. In this interview, Dr. Naidoo interviews an expert- Dr. Joshua Smith. Dr. Smith specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and has worked holistically to help many people recover from concussion. Listen in to their discussion on Concussion Connections with Mental Health.

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In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo presented at the North Dakota Brain Injury Network Concussion Symposium. She shares points for parents to consider regarding mental health if their child has had a concussion. Dr. Naidoo shares in her clinical experience of working with teens- concerning patterns between having a history of concussion and having severe depression. Listen in as she shares her insights and reviews the evidence between the connection of concussion and youth mental health challenges.

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In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo shares about an experience that reminds her of the critical role parents play in their children's life- no matter the age. To see, hear and appreciate their children. Dr. Naidoo shares how this can be a unique challenge for those parents raising a child with mental health care concerns that tries their patience, and provides some tips on how to do so even when things are hard.

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In this Episode of TTDN-Dr. Naidoo shares a bit about the process of prescribing a medication. Too often when families or youth come to a psychiatrist there is an expectation that a medication is a " simple thing." In fact, deciding to write a prescription, the process of obtaining a medciation, and then finally getting the youth to a place to consider taking medciation consistently entail several different systems and processes. Tune in as Dr. Naidoo pulls back the curtian on this role of a psychiatrist, and consider these insights when/if you or someone you love is in the process of considering a medication trial.

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In this final episode of 2024- Dr. Naidoo Thinks Through a personal challenge she has identified in 2024- 'How do I give myself credit for all that I do? How do I appreciate myself when no one else seems to care?' She shares a technique that we can all use to improve our mental health and wellness- to appreciate and acknowledge our own small MicroWins even if no one else seems to notice. This tiny skill can have a massive additive impact down the road- helping you have a MegaWin at living a life you enjoy living. Wishing you an incredible 2025 ahead- filled with gold stars a plenty!

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In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo shares the analogy of our peaceful selves as centered in a snow globe. As the holiday season quickly approaches, she discusses how the holidays and life in general can shake things up. She shares some tips and techniques for how to anticipate and prepare for what may cause mayhem and how to settle down the snowflakes and glitter that can get kicked up with stress. Listen in as she discusses how to acknowledge, accept and allow inevitable changes that come with this season. Happy Holidays to all!

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Listen into this very special episode of TTDN Dr. Naidoo speaks to a pioneer in Child Psychiatry- Dr. Esque! Dr. Esque is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Arizona and is the Co-Director of Arizona's very first Arizona Pediatric Psychiatry Access Line [A-PAL]- which is a way for primary care providers across the state to reach a Child Psychiatrist for support and expert consultation. Dr. Esque shares the unique challenges of supporting primary care providers in addressing the current mental health care crisis and how she aims to help provide solutions through developing A-PAL. Dr. Naidoo and Dr. Esque share a bit about about their involvement in PMCHA to help further address the current youth mental health care crisis in Arizona and how primary care, pediatricians and child psychiatrists can continue to build bridges to improve access to quality mental health care.

Arizona Pediatric Psychiatry Access Line

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In this Episode of Thinking It Through with Dr. Naidoo- Dr. Naidoo shares insights from a recent conference called Brave Enough she attended for women physician resillience building. Several pearls from this conference are shared regarding boundary setting, multitasking, and reaffirmations are shared. She hopes that offering these take home points will help you as a parent to be braver in setting your own expectations and carving out the space to be the best parent you can be. Consider reading Dr. Shillcuts book- Brave Enough and also listening to her podcast if you found the pearls in this episode useful. Tune in early next year, when Dr. Naidoo will feature Dr. Shillcut as a guest!

https://www.becomebraveenough.com/podcast

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