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How to talk to children and teenagers about addiction and mental health
How to talk to children and teenagers about addiction and mental health
How to talk to children and teenagers about addiction and mental health
Wednesday 15th March 2023
Join Sue, Mike, and psychologist Kaylie as they discuss how to talk to kids about addiction and mental health on HUM Zinger.
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Get the buttons here!Talking to Kids About Addiction and Mental Health: Tips from a Psychologist
We really need to start destigmatizing these conversations, and it seems fairly common where these conversations don't start happening until it's obvious that there's problems right, and so that's often in The Teen Years.
How do you approach tough conversations with your kids about addiction and mental health? In this episode of HUM Zinger, hosts Sue Newton and Mike Davies sit down with Kaylie, a registered psychologist and founder of YYC Psychology, to tackle this very question. Kaylie brings her dual perspective as a professional and a mother, offering practical advice that parents can use right away.
She shares the importance of role modeling healthy dialogue and explains why providing support is more effective than trying to 'fix' the problem. Kaylie also dives into the emotional awareness parents need to foster in themselves to better help their children and teens. The conversation covers common challenges parents face, such as how to keep discussions age-appropriate and why focusing on feelings can make a big difference.
By the end of the episode, you'll have a clearer understanding of how to build resilience in your kids and why it's crucial to talk to teenagers differently than younger children. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that promises to make these tough talks a little bit easier.