About This Podcast

What this episode covers

In this introductory episode, Duncan Gill discusses the goals of The Direction Podcast and the experiences that shaped it. Drawing on more than two decades of work with children, adolescents, families, schools, and psychiatric systems, he outlines the themes that will be explored throughout the series.   Topics include parenting, adolescence, child psychiatry, diagnosis, medication, schools, social media, culture, and the challenges facing modern families. Above all, the podcast aims to explore what helps children become healthy, capable, and independent adults, while maintaining perspective, common sense, and a sense of humor along the way.   For related articles and resources, please visit www.directionbehavioralhealth.com.

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