91 | Teen Mental Health: A Functional Medicine Perspective with Zendi Moldenhauer

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately 49.5% of adolescents aged 13-18 experience a mental health disorder in their lifetime. This translates to about 1 in 2 teenagers. That is a sobering and staggering statistic. With so many of our teens struggling, I invited Dr. Zendi to give us some advice. She  is a pediatric, functional medicine and mental health expert with a lot of experience working with teens.  Her functional medicine, holistic approach is really fascinating and I think the approach of the future. We talk about:  WHY so many kids are struggling How to notice signs of mental health struggles in our teens When to seek professional help The difference between anxiety and depression Why mental health should be treated holistically How to approach mental health holistically What a functional medicine mental health visit looks like Habits and lifestyle factors that will help our teens be  mentally healthy And more!FREE GUIDE from Dr. Zendi Moldenhauer:  Anxiety & Depression in Kids – A Parent's Roadmap to Root Causes & Real Solutions. - arbor-health.com/daily-wellnessConnect with Dr. Zendi Moldenhauer: Website: https://www.arbor-health.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArborHealthFunctionalMedicine/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arbor_health/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arbor-health-functional-medicine-psychiatryThanks for leaving a rating and following the show on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melisha-meredith(Click on the three dots to rate.)Thanks for leaving a rating/review on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-wellness-podcast/id1651051841(You’ll have to be signed in and scroll to the bottom.)Connect with Melisha and the Daily Wellness Community On Instagram On Facebook Website Email us at: [email protected] products I mention may be affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through one of my links. Our family greatly appreciates your support, it helps us keep creating the free resources we make for you all!DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.