When are kids too old to collect candy on Halloween? In this Verywell Family article, Mindpath Health’s Zishan Khan, MD, discusses whether youths can stil participate in this sweet tradition. Are kids only allowed to be kids under the age of 14, especially when it...
The Dangers of Excessive Social Media Usage
Social media use can have detrimental impacts on the mental health of children and adolescents. In Psychiatric Times’ special Halloween series ‘Scariest in Psychiatry,’ Mindpath Health’s Zishan Khan, MD, talks about when it’s time to set limits. Halloween is right...
What Is a Sunshine Baby?
The loss of a baby can complicate a parent’s feeling about their other children. In this Parents article, Mindpath Health’s Kiana Shelton, LCSW, explains how a baby's death can cause parents to feel hope, fear, guilt, and even resentment. Losing a baby can have...
Task Force Recommends Anxiety, Depression Screenings for Children
Screening at a young age is important because the majority of psychiatric disorders start during childhood and adolescence. In this Healthline article, Mindpath Health’s Zishan Khan, MD, explains why it is more important than ever to screen children for anxiety and...
Raising Daughters to Not Be Mean Girls
Despite your best efforts, your child may be a real-life Regina George. In this Scary Mommy article, Mindpath Health’s Taish Malone, PhD, LPC, discusses what causes bullying behavior in girls and how to nip it in the bud. Raising a child with strong character and good...
Growing Up With an ‘Almond Mom’
Almond mom's obsessed with dieting, rations almonds, and makes comments about her kids’ eating habits. In this Glamour article, Mindpath Health’s Kiana Shelton, LCSW, explains how a mother’s fixation on being thin can affect her children. Warning: This article...
How to Support a Child Who’s Coming Out
Announcing one’s sexual orientation or gender identity can be an intimidating experience. In this Verywell Family article, Mindpath Health’s Kiana Shelton, LCSW, gives tips to support LGBTQIA+ youth on their journey to self-acceptance. When children come out to their...
Talking to Kids About Social Media Challenges
With platforms like TikTok going viral, it's hard for parents to stay one step ahead of dangerous trends. In this Verywell Family article, Mindpath Health’s Zishan Khan, MD, and Julian Lagoy, MD explain the risks and how to monitor use. The Food and Drug...
Why Kids Need Extra Support Heading Back to School
After the COVID-19 pandemic emptied classrooms across the country, some students were hesitant to return to in-person learning. In this Verywell Mind article, Mindpath Health’s Zishan Khan, MD, offers tips to prepare kids to for the return to school. It’s natural for...
How to Handle Risky Internet Trends
TikTok users who encourage others to participate in dangerous challenges don't seem to suffer the consequences. In this Healthline article, Julian Lagoy, MD, explains why some young people participate in risky social media trends. TikTok trends come and go constantly....