The Center for Motivation and Change
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How COVID-19 Is Impacting Our Adolescents with Dr. Shannon Caspersen
How COVID-19 Is Impacting Our Adolescents with Dr. Shannon Caspersen
How COVID-19 Is Impacting Our Adolescents with Dr. Shannon Caspersen
Wednesday 10th February 2021
Dr. Shannon Caspersen discusses how COVID-19 has affected adolescent substance use, highlighting increased anxiety and offering tips for parents.
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Get the buttons here!Adolescents and Substance Use: COVID-19's Unseen Impact with Dr. Shannon Caspersen
I think everyone was like we can open up a little bit more, and that was probably helpful. And right now I'm talking to you, as numbers throughout the country are skyrocketing and you know, even with the idea of the vaccine on the way, the numbers are going up and the anxiety and the isolation is really kicked back in.
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, it turned everyone's lives upside down, including our teenagers'. In this episode of 'The Beyond Addiction Show', Dr. Josh King sits down with adolescent psychiatrist Dr. Shannon Caspersen to explore how the pandemic has influenced substance use among adolescents. With schools closed and social lives disrupted, many teens found themselves grappling with increased anxiety, boredom, and academic stress. Dr.
Caspersen dives into a compelling case study, offering a psychologist's perspective on the nuanced relationship between adolescents and marijuana use during these challenging times. She doesn't just stop at the problems; she also shares practical tips for parents on how to support their kids and address these issues early on. This episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the well-being of young people during these unprecedented times.