Tags: Jo-Ann and Candida Chat, Learning Strategies, Sleep, Student Success Show Notes The Big Picture In this episode, Jo-Ann and Candida distill years of experience in the classroom and the clinic into their “Top 3” recommendations for supporting the mental health of teens and young adults. They explore the critical intersection of education and psychiatry, offering actionable advice for parents and educators navigating the teen mental health crisis. Key Takeaways Jo-Ann’s Top 3 (The Educator’s Perspective) Prioritize Sleep: Sleep isn’t...
TAGS: Absenteeism, CBT: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, School Avoidance, School Refusal Skip to the transcript of Episode 9 Show Notes In this episode Jo-Ann and Candida spin off from our last interview about school avoidance, digging a little deeper into the high rates of chronic absenteeism being seen across the country since COVID-19. Public discussions have tended to focus on this problem as one of kids and families falling into bad habits since the pandemic. In our experience and reading we have...
Medical treatment of ADHD is often a key support for student success. Jo-Ann and Candida talk about ADHD: what it is and how medications can be part of a multi-pronged approach to treating ADHD. The discussion includes reviewing some of the most common medications prescribed and potential benefits for some children with ADHD. The hosts remind listeners that anything spoken about in this episode is for educational purposes only – it is not medical advice. ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) is related to how...
Jo-Ann and Candida talk with each other about this exciting and challenging time of year Back to school articles and tips are everywhere this time of year – with great ideas for helping your child or teen navigate the start of the school year to set them up for success. But when mental health needs are in the mix, some of these tips may sound impossible to approach, let alone put into practice. Organizational tips that make sense for many...
Candida and Jo-Ann introduce ourselves and why we are doing this podcast. We met on the first day of college orientation, took different professional paths, and have spent many hours talking about mental health and education over the years. We have reached a point where sharing our experiences and perspectives as professionals and parents while learning from others could be helpful to educators, clinicians, and parents. We hope you’ll join us on this journey. Child and adolescent psychiatrist Candida Fink,...
