This week has, again, brought to light the ever-present importance to talking to our kids about diversity, equality and inclusion. Many of the parents of my child and teen patients have been asking me what books they can share with their children in this world filled with injustice, bullying, and...

Sleep Issues are Surprisingly Common in Children Sleep is a crucial component of proper development and daily restoration for all humans, especially children and teens. How Much Sleep Do Children and Teens Need? The National Sleep Foundation recommends school aged children (ages 6-13) get 9-11 hours of sleep and teens...

If you’re asking 'is depression genetic?', then you’re not alone. In this article, we’re going to explain how genes can have an impact on your mental health and whether or not depression is genetic. Depression can affect people of any age, shape, and size - but some people are more...

Let's Get into Some Teen Depression Statistics: Depression in teens typically presents with symptoms similar to those of adults.  What is considered unique to teenagers is the higher incidence of irritability in place of intense feelings of depression.  Teens with depression may seem grouchy or just plain bothered by everything...

Telemedicine and Telepsychiatry in the Modern Age Why is Telemedicine Important in Psychiatry? In the news recently was the case of Dr. Susan Haney who has been battling to keep her medical license after her employer required her to get written permission from her state licensing board in order to...