This Episode Covers the Following Topics and More:

• Common Mental Health Issues
• Taking the 1st Step with the Pediatrician & Your Child's Mental Health Concerns
• Well Visits & Development Screening Leading to Mental Health Discussions
• Mental Health Testing, Referrals & Treatment Plans
• Strategies Parents can Use at Home to Support Children's Mental Health
• Stigmas to Mental Health Diagnosis in Children
• Tools Parents Can Give Kids to Cope with Stress
• The Impact of Social Media & Children's Mental Health
• Giving Your Child a Voice in the Digital Limitations Discussion

About Dr. Krystal Jerry:

Dr. Krystal Jerry joined the Pediatric Associates Family of Companies in the summer of 2020.  She graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio in 2011.  Additionally, Dr. Jerry completed her pediatric residency training at the Children’s Hospital of New Orleans in 2014.  Her interests include newborn care, child development, mental health, preventive medicine, asthma, and allergies.  Dr. Jerry enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Resources Mentioned:

CDC Children's Mental Health

CDC Coping with Stress

How to Make a Family Media Use Plan