We often hear that "children are so resilient" which can be true, but they become resilient with support and guidance from those around them. The number one way parents can do this, is by showing them resiliency. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Dr. Jonathan DePierro author of "Resilience: The Science of Mastering Life's Greatest Challenges." Together, Michelle and Jonathan will educate listeners on:

Jonathan M. DePierro, PhD, is Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Associate Director of Mount Sinai's Center for Stress, Resilience, and Personal Growth. Dr. DePierro, a clinical psychologist, is an expert in psychological resilience and the treatment of trauma-related mental health conditions. After many years working with individuals impacted by the 9/11 terrorist attacks, he now focuses on supporting the mental health needs of healthcare workers. Having experienced extensive bullying throughout his childhood, he learned important lessons about resilience that continue to inform his clinical and research work.

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