Episode 5: JaKale Park - Dealing with Depression and Anxiety, as well as a Child with Anxiety
Episode 5: JaKale Park - Dealing with Depression and Anxiety, as well as a Child with Anxiety
Episode 5: JaKale Park - Dealing with Depression and Anxiety, as well as a Child with Anxiety
Tuesday 14th May 2019
JaKale Park shares her experience with depression, anxiety, and raising a child with similar struggles on the Hard Knocks Podcast. Tune in for practical advice.
JaKale Park: Battling Depression and Raising an Anxious Child
Anxiety is not curable and it's probably going to be something I have the rest of my life. Use [your struggles] as a way to be the best parent you can for them.
Ever wondered how someone juggles their own mental health struggles while also supporting a child with similar issues? In this episode of the Hard Knocks Podcast, JaKale Park opens up about her daily battles with depression and anxiety. But that's not all—her 6-year-old son also faces his own challenges with anxiety and oppositional defiant disorder (ODD). JaKale dives into the coping strategies that work for her, from therapy sessions to small daily routines that make a big difference.
She also shares how she helps her son navigate his own emotional landscape, offering practical tips and heartfelt advice. This episode isn't just about struggle; it's about resilience and finding ways to thrive despite the odds. If you're looking for real talk on mental health and parenting, this one's for you.