TEEN MENTAL HEALTH
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Articles by Dr. Cam about Teen Mental Health
📱Want to know what savvy parents do to help their teens develop healthy tech habits? Read on⬇️
If you're concerned about your teen's tech habits, here are three proven strategies to help them navigate the digital landscape responsibly and maintain a healthy balance between the virtual and real worlds. 💯
Suicide is the second leading cause of teen death and the #1 PREVENTABLE cause of death. I've talked to several parents who have lost their children to suicide and one thing they ALL said they wish they had known was to...
I've been racking my brain to figure out how I can help you have the family life you want in a way that's easier, quicker, and more affordable for you. I came up with a solution (well, actually 3 solutions) that I think will help and I wanted to share them with you.
My teen daughter, Lexy, was struggling to get started every morning and stay on task throughout the day. To be honest, so was I! So, I created this worksheet.
Did you know that being joyful is a choice? 🤗 It's not something that just falls into our lap. It's something we seek out. Unlike happiness that ebbs and flows, being joyful is a mindset. It's intentional.
Interview on Thriving School Community podcast
I had a great opportunity to interview on the Thriving School Community #podcast with @CharlePeck about improving school #mentalhealth.
Parent Panel Hosted by Ryan Bartel Foundation
Navigating the mental health options for your teen.
Interview with Fox News Digital
Dr. Cameron Caswell, an adolescent psychologist in Washington, D.C., has seen firsthand the struggle providers face in keeping up with the growing need for mental health care. "I’ve talked to people who have been wait-listed for months, can’t find anyone that accepts their insurance or aren’t able to connect with a professional that meets their specific needs," she told Fox News Digital.
Parenting Teens Podcasts about Teen Mental Health
Build Trust & Strong Connections with Your Teen
Struggling to connect with your teenager? Expert Kristen Duke reveals how to:
Become a trusted parent (ditch the unsolicited advice!)
Shift your perspective (be patient, understanding)
Build a safe, trusting relationship (even during challenges)
In this conversation, Dr. Cam and Julie Lythcott-Haims discuss the concept of overparenting and its impact on children's development. They explore the reasons behind overparenting, such as societal pressure and fear of failure, and the consequences it has on children's self-esteem and resilience. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of redefining success and creating the conditions for children to thrive.
In this episode, Dr. Jessica Rabon discusses how to spot the warning signs of teen suicide risk and how to have crucial conversations with teens. She emphasizes the importance of understanding normal teen behavior and distinguishing it from concerning behavior. Dr. Rabon also addresses how to respond when a teen has a plan and emphasizes the importance of crisis management and providing ongoing support for the child.
In this conversation, Natasha Daniels, an anxiety and OCD therapist, discusses the challenges of OCD in teenagers and provides insights on how parents can support their teens. Natasha highlights the need for early intervention and the role of exposure response prevention (ERP) therapy in treating OCD. She also emphasizes the importance of separating the child from OCD and normalizing the experience.
In this episode, school psychologist and teen coach Natalie Burrell discusses strategies to help teenagers overcome negative self-talk and develop a growth mindset for success. She emphasizes the importance of addressing obstacles faced by teens, such as time management and confidence issues.
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