Clint Mally

The Real Common Treatable Podcast

Clint Mally

  • Understanding and Supporting Children's Mental Health with Christine M. Crawford

Understanding and Supporting Children's Mental Health with Christine M. Crawford

Thursday 31st October 2024

Discover practical advice on supporting children's mental health with Dr. Christine M. Crawford on The Real Common Treatable Podcast.
51 minutes
Informative
Compassionate
Supportive
Educational
Encouraging

About this podcast

The Real Common Treatable Podcast
Author:
Clint Mally
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
67 (View all)
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Supporting Children's Mental Health: Insights from Dr. Christine M. Crawford

Episode Overview

  • Early intervention in children's mental health is crucial.
  • Create safe spaces for kids to express their feelings.
  • Caregivers' own mental health impacts children.
  • Use open-ended questions to understand kids better.
  • NAMI offers valuable resources for mental health support.
Kids are human beings who are fully capable of experiencing all of the different emotional states.
Ever wondered how to talk to kids about their mental health without making them feel judged or misunderstood? In this episode of The Real Common Treatable Podcast, host Clint Mally dives into the complex world of children's mental health with the expert guidance of Dr. Christine M. Crawford. Dr. Crawford, the Associate Medical Director for NAMI and a Boston University Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, shares her wealth of knowledge on recognising and addressing mental health issues in children.
She emphasises the importance of early intervention and how adults can play a crucial role in a child's emotional development. Dr. Crawford also highlights how common it is for children to experience mental health challenges and the critical need for supportive environments both at home and in school. She stresses that kids are not just little adults; they need specific tools and guidance to manage their emotions effectively.
This episode is packed with practical advice on how to create a safe space for kids to express their feelings, how to ask open-ended questions, and why it's essential for caregivers to be mindful of their own mental health. Dr. Crawford's insights are not only informative but also incredibly compassionate, making this episode a must-listen for anyone involved in a child's life.
So, if you're looking to better understand and support the mental health of the young ones around you, this episode offers invaluable perspectives and actionable steps. Tune in to learn how you can make a positive impact on children's mental well-being today.