Thinking It Through with Dr. Naidoo, Child Psychiatrist

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo chats with Dr. Priyanka Venugopal- an OBGYN, Mom and Coach who is on a mission to help professional overachieving women to meet their health and wellness goals through shifting mindset.  Dr. Priyanka has dedicated her life to helping women reclaim their lives by reminding their mind that they CAN CHOOSE their thoughts. This conversation is so important for moms...

In this episode of TTDN Dr. Naidoo shares forms of Subjective Units of Distress- also known as SUDS.  Psychologists often use SUDS to help patients learn how to track and communicate their own mental health care symptoms with health care providers. Dr. Naidoo adapts this tool and shares about using numbers, emotional thermometers and even Emojis to help improve effective communication between youn...

In this episode of TTDN - Dr. Naidoo shares a frequent occurance in her experience working with teens- Teens stopping meds on their own without telling anyone.  Dr. Naidoo shares how her own response as a child psychiatrist has changed as a young attending to now a mid career attending, and having her own expereince as a patient taking and stopping medications.  Dr. Naidoo shares ways for teens to...

In this Episode of TTDN-  This coming weekend Dr. Naidoo is speaking at the Pediatrics in the Red Rocks Conference in Sedona [PIRR].  As a tribute to the value of a good pediatrician- this episode shares how a good outpatient pediatrician can help with mental health diagnosis.  Dr. Naidoo shares  why it is so important to have a physician monitor your child's growth, changes and patterns over...

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo shares coping strategies that any youth can access and keep in the palm of their hand.  Dr. Naidoo uses her fingers to recount 5 coping strategies to help you or your child when they are experiencing unwanted thoughts or emotional dysregulation.   Remember practice is perfect- and you need to practice a coping strategy in order to see if it will work for you.  D...

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo discusses less commonly known programs that may be accessible in your state.  These are treatment options that are helpful for considering while transitioning between Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalizations, Outpatient Clinics and Emergency rooms.  Listen in as Dr. Naidoo speaks about Partial Psychiatric Hospitalizations, Intensive Outpatient Programs and Residen...

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo shares insights in the Outpatient Level of Psychiatric Care- which includes Clinics and Private Practice.  Dr. Naidoo shares the goal of the outpatient level of care- which is to keep you at this level of care and prevent the need for higher levels of care with appropriate follow up and building strong therapeutic alliances. Dr. Naidoo shares how to tell if this...

In this episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo shares a bit of what to expect if your child is admitted to an inpatient psychiatric hospitalization.  She reviews the goals of care at this level as well as what you can advocate for prior to your child's discharge.  Having your child in an inpatient psychiatric hospital can be highly stressful- tune in to learn what to expect and how to help navigate this...

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo walks you through the steps of an assessment in an Emergency Room for a psychiatric concern.  She shares tips on how to help advocate for your needs, and your child's needs, and how to be helpful to ensure your child is thoughtfully assessed.  She also shares insights about the difference between in person Psychiatrist assessments and Virtual Psychiatric as...

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo discusses 3 basic levels of care in the Mental Health System- which include the Emergency Room, Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital and Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic.  Often times the goal of the Level of care/Institution, the Parent/Guardian and the patient differ wildly.  This can result in frustration and disappointment with treatment. Knowing these goals can help...

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo introduces her focus for the month of May - which is Mental Health Awareness Month- to talk about discussing different levels of care.  She discusses what often happens when parents ask for different levels of care- magical thinking with high expectations to solve problems and " fix the problem."  Dr. Naidoo addresses several myths about what " hi...

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo shares an analogy between over filling her cup holder with pens to handling overwhelm in life.  Listen in as she shares some tips on how to manage life when there is way too much in your cup. If You or someone you Love is in a mental health crisis- Please Call- 988 If You or someone you Love is in a medical crisis - Please Call- 911 For More information about Dr...

In this episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo shares a situation from her own life to help us consider the timing of action.  Often times we Know Better- but it is the action of Doing Better that is sometimes harder.  When do we test something out?  Is there a perfect time?  Listen in to Dr. Naidoo's reflection to help you consider how when you know what to do - the perfect time is right now.  If You o...

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo interviews the mom of a former patient who is an incredible woman who has done extensive work helping parents raise youth on the Spectrum. In addition to raising her two children, one of whom is on the Autism Spectrum, she has made several initiatives to help educate her community about motherhood, co parenting after divorce, raising healthy and happy children. ...

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo shares some pearls from the WPW conference to help parents manage their reactivity when it comes to their children.  This tool can be useful for parents, health professionals and patients especially when life makes us stressed. She shares an insight from Dr. Sharon Stein- and how this insight can help us consider different ways to manage our emotions. Dr. Naidoo...

In this episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo reflects on a patient interaction in a skills group.  She shares how groups can help facilitate knowledge.- and uses an interaction with a patient in the group to demonstrate how she brings her skills as a psychiatrist, therapist, educator and coach to patient interactions. She shares the skill of creating a thought ladder to work up to affirmations that can cli...

In this episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo reflects on an analogy to help explain her role for all of her patients, in every intervention, regardless of age or situation for the patient.  Dr. Naidoo shares one of her favorite quotations from Mahatma Gandhi and how this quotation has come to fruition in her own life experiences and practice. Listen to this episode and pay it forward-- this week-- Can you...

In this episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo shares an experience of getting coached on highway driving.  She draws parallels between her Drivers Ed coach and mental health coaches, therapists and psychiatrists, demonstrating the value of mental health support.  In whatever way you choose, seeking to support your own mental health with a professional can help you feel less afraid, less alone, more possible...

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo interviews integrative psychiatrist Dr. Hector.  Dr. Hector's innovative care reaches audiences in Miami and beyond.  In this episode, Dr. Hector and Dr. Naidoo discuss how trauma can impact the brain, relationships between parents and children, and have generational impact. Listen in as they share how to provide trauma informed care with empowerment and co...

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo discusses her reasoning for declining to prescribe as needed medication for anxiety in youth. Dr. Naidoo speaks about other coping strategies and how identity formation is impacted by diagnoses and medications.  She shares her assessment, philosophy and understanding of how prn anxiety medications can impact youth development. If you or your child are prescribed...

In this episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo shares how  she discussses medciation options with BOTH Guardians and Patient presents.  She describes the reasons how presenting several options can help empower choice, self advocacy, open dialoage and patient accountability. Whether you are a parent, a patient or a pediatric provider, this episode will help you set the frame for your own empowerment regarding...

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo reviews the reason for obtaining consent from legal guardians of minors in mental health care and why child psychiatrists ensure they obtain consent from the legal guardian.  She also reviews the term  "assent" how this is different than  " consent." Understanding these terms can empower parents, guardians and patients to advocate for themsel...

In this 13 Reasons Why Series- Dr. Naidoo Focus on explaining the reasons behind why child psychiatrists do what they do.  Listen in to this episode as she explains why Child Psychiatrists often prioritize speaking to youth first, even when their parents/guardians are present in the visit. If You or someone you Love is in a mental health crisis- Please Call- 988 If You or someone you Love is in a...

In this episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo breaks down her upcoming presentation at the WPW Conference of How to Give Yourself Credit and Believe it for women physicians.  She believes the points in this presentation can be useful for so many people- especially YOU.  If you are working on building up your self esteem, your confidence, your self assurance, tune into these epsiodes.  In this fourth and FIN...

In this episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo breaks down her upcoming presentation at the WPW Conference of How to Give Yourself Credit and Believe it for women physicians.  She believes the points in this presentation can be useful for so many people- especially YOU.  If you are working on building up your self esteem, your confidence, your self assurance, tune into these epsiodes.  In this third episode...