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SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak with holistic child psychologist and nutrition specialist Dr. Nicole Beurkens about how to improve your children’s attention, anxiety, mood and behavior, the importance of holistic nutrition, sleep and movement for children, how to deal with parent guilt, the truth behind labels like autism and ADHD, and so much more!
For more info on Dr. Nicole visit: https://www.drbeurkens.com
Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/simple-strategies-to-help-improve-your-childs-attention-anxiety-mood-amp-behavior-the-best-foods-to-give-your-child-for-healthy-brain-development-with-child-psychologist-dr-nicole-beurkens
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Podcast Highlights
4:25 The failure of conventional child psychology, and why a holistic approach to children’s mental health is so important
7:00 Why mental health labels don’t solve mental health problems
7:55 The truth behind labels like ADHD
10:40 What is wrong with the current psychiatric model of mental health, and why one pill won’t treat all your child’s issues
18:33 The relationship between children’s nutrition and mental health
19:30 Why parents or guardians are often forced or pressured into giving their children psychiatric medication
23:31 Advice for a parent whose child is battling with their mental health
29:50 The importance of reading for a child’s development
32:50 How too much sugar can impact a child’s brain function and mental health
38:33 What exactly is autism, and how can you help your child if they have been diagnosed with autism?
49:56 How to help your child and teenager if they are anxious or stressed
Additional resources:
-Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app
-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources
-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/
-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf
-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf
-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf
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***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/
Register for my 2020 Virtual Mental Health Solutions Summit: https://www.drleafconference.com
Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747
SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak with holistic child psychologist and nutrition specialist Dr. Nicole Beurkens about how to improve your children’s attention, anxiety, mood and behavior, the importance of holistic nutrition, sleep and movement for children, how to deal with parent guilt, the truth behind labels like autism and ADHD, and so much more!
For more info on Dr. Nicole visit: https://www.drbeurkens.com
Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/simple-strategies-to-help-improve-your-childs-attention-anxiety-mood-amp-behavior-the-best-foods-to-give-your-child-for-healthy-brain-development-with-child-psychologist-dr-nicole-beurkens
**Special offers from our sponsors:
-Function of Beauty (I love all their hair products, which are fully customizable and natural—my hair has never felt and looked so healthy and strong!): Go to https://functionofbeauty.com/drleaf for 20% off your first order!
-International Justice Mission: For just $45, you can provide trauma-informed therapy that will change a child's life. Head to https://IJM.org/DrLeaf, and help vulnerable children heal by giving the gift of therapy today.
Podcast Highlights
4:25 The failure of conventional child psychology, and why a holistic approach to children’s mental health is so important
7:00 Why mental health labels don’t solve mental health problems
7:55 The truth behind labels like ADHD
10:40 What is wrong with the current psychiatric model of mental health, and why one pill won’t treat all your child’s issues
18:33 The relationship between children’s nutrition and mental health
19:30 Why parents or guardians are often forced or pressured into giving their children psychiatric medication
23:31 Advice for a parent whose child is battling with their mental health
29:50 The importance of reading for a child’s development
32:50 How too much sugar can impact a child’s brain function and mental health
38:33 What exactly is autism, and how can you help your child if they have been diagnosed with autism?
49:56 How to help your child and teenager if they are anxious or stressed
Additional resources:
-Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app
-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources
-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/
-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf
-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf
-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf
If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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