EPISODE · Jun 26, 2026 · 31 MIN
Episode # 143 - Stopping Psychiatric Medications On Your Own as a Teen- Reflections and Considerations
from Thinking It Through with Dr. Naidoo, Child Psychiatrist · host Shivana Naidoo, M.D.
In this episode of TTDN - Dr. Naidoo shares a frequent occurance in her experience working with teens- Teens stopping meds on their own without telling anyone. Dr. Naidoo shares how her own response as a child psychiatrist has changed as a young attending to now a mid career attending, and having her own expereince as a patient taking and stopping medications. Dr. Naidoo shares ways for teens to advocate for themselves with their guardians and doctors. The core reflection is developing an honesty with yourself, over the 3-6 month course of trying out different medciations and to weight the potential positives and negatives that you may be experiencing. Remember- BEFORE stopping any medication to please consult your medical team and alert them so that they can monitor you safly and appropriately.If You or someone you Love is in a mental health crisis- Please Call- 988If You or someone you Love is in a medical crisis - Please Call- 911For More information about Dr. Shivana Naidoo, MD, please visit www.DoBetterMD.com
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In this episode of TTDN - Dr. Naidoo shares a frequent occurance in her experience working with teens- Teens stopping meds on their own without telling anyone. Dr. Naidoo shares how her own response as a child psychiatrist has changed as a young attending to now a mid career attending, and having her own expereince as a patient taking and stopping medications. Dr. Naidoo shares ways for teens to advocate for themselves with their guardians and doctors. The core reflection is...
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