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gris alves
Breaking the Cycle: Rethinking Child Medication and Trauma
Breaking the Cycle: Rethinking Child Medication and Trauma
Breaking the Cycle: Rethinking Child Medication and Trauma
Thursday 6th June 2024
Gris Alves challenges the trend of medicating children for behavioural issues, advocating for holistic approaches to address deeper root causes.
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Episode Overview
- Medicating children often masks deeper issues.
- Unprocessed emotions and trauma are key factors in behavioural problems.
- Holistic approaches like therapy and somatic practices can be more effective.
- Family support plays a crucial role in a child's mental health.
- It's important to address the root causes rather than just the symptoms.
Medications are like putting a band-aid on a problem that has a much deeper root.
Ever wondered if there’s a better way to address your child's behavioural issues than just popping pills? In this episode of 'Tales of Recovery', Gris Alves challenges the alarming trend of medicating children for mental health concerns. Drawing from her 30 years of experience, including time with the Federal Public Defender's Office, Gris shares her insights into the deeper roots of these issues, such as unprocessed emotions, intergenerational trauma, and attachment problems.
She argues that medications often serve as a temporary fix, masking deeper issues that require a more holistic approach. Gris discusses alternative methods like therapy, family support, and somatic practices, emphasising that true healing comes from addressing the root causes rather than just the symptoms. Through a mix of personal anecdotes and professional experiences, she paints a compelling picture of why we need to rethink our approach to child medication.
If you're a parent, caregiver, or just someone interested in mental health, this episode offers valuable perspectives and practical advice. So why not give it a listen and see if it changes the way you think about mental health and medication?