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This is part one of our interview with Dr. Sarah Mallard Wakefield, chair of the department of psychiatry, TTUHSC School of Medicine. She explains how to build good and open communication with your children and the difference between fixing things for your child and showing them support. Dr. Wakefield also tells us her thoughts on screen time and social media and why it’s OK to let your child get bored. 

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In our first episode, Texas Tech University System Chancellor Dr. Tedd Mitchell shares his leadership and work styles, how he empowers people do their best and how he almost practiced law instead of medicine. Dr. Mitchell also gives us an insight into the "magic pill" that keeps him healthy and can work for us too.

This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek immediate medical advice from your physician or health care provider before starting a new health care regimen or for questions regarding your health or medical condition. 

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In the next few days, we’ll be launching a health and wellness podcast, On the Mend. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center experts in health care will share advice and reminders to help us stay healthy—mentally and physically.