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Shrinking It Down: Mental Health Made Simple(youth mental health is anything but simple) Author: Gene Beresin, MD, MA and Khadijah Booth Watkins, MD, MPH
"Shrinking It Down" highlights the fact that youth mental health is anything but simple! Child & adolescent psychiatrists Dr. Gene Beresin and Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins help parents and other caring adults to navigate tough questions about child and teen mental health. From depression and learning disorders, to digital media and societal concerns, Shrinking It Down covers it all.Tune in the THIRD Thursday of every month. Subscribe wherever you stream.About Us: The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds at Massachusetts General Hospital is a multi-media educational resource to help adults support the mental, emotional, and behavioral well-being of young people through innovative education. Visit us online at mghclaycenter.org.This podcast is for educational purposes only. The Clay Center does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any health-related questions you may have. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Kids & Family, Mental Health, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Talking with Your Kids about the War in Iran
Episode 7
Thursday, 19 March, 2026
When the world feels uncertain and headlines hit close to home, how can parents help their children feel safe?In this episode, of Shrinking it Down: Mental Health Made Simple, Gene and Khadijah explore how families can support children during times of political conflict, such as the current War in Iran. They break down how children and teens at different developmental stages process stress, from preschoolers who may regress to teens grappling with more complex emotions and questions. Tune in for advice and real-life strategies for supporting kids through uncertainty. Media ListHelping Kids of All Ages in the Face of Terrorism or War (MGH Clay Center)Expert tips on how to talk to teens about war in Iran (WCVB)Breaking News and Kids (MGH Clay Center)Self-Care Resources - Videos, Toolkit, More (MGH Clay Center) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
