Olivia Russell shares valuable insights into what’s it’s like to be a child and teen with anxiety and depression in this vulnerable and insightful episode. Olivia Russell is Host, Betsy Russell’s daughter. At the age
of 19 she is currently attending college and professional nail school. Most of Olivia’s life she remembers feeling anxious and depressed. She learned early how to mask her feelings and live a seemingly productive and normal life. Things began to change during junior high and high school. Oliva shares her perspective, what she’s learned, what she hopes other will be able to do differently, and valuable insights into how we can help the teens we love navigate mental illness. This episode will leave you will a greater understanding of OCD and other anxiety disorders and how to successfully navigate your way through the
trenches of mental illness.
Links referenced in podcast:
The OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center
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