Episode 211: How to Support a Teen with Anxiety or Depression with Dr. Alina Olteanu

Dr. Alina Olteanu is the founder and president of “Whole Child Pediatrics of North Texas”. She is the only pediatrician in the DFW area trained through the prestigious Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, founded by Dr Andrew Weil. She is board-certified in pediatrics but also in integrative medicine through the American Board of Physician Specialties and the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. She also has additional training in integrative psychiatry.   She has extensive knowledge of herbs, supplements, homeopathy, aromatherapy, functional medicine, energy medicine, mind-body medicine, Ayurveda, and Traditional Chinese Medicine, which she practices in combination with traditional, allopathic medicine. Key Topics - The rising epidemic of teen anxiety and depression - Red flags for parents to be aware of - How stress impacts the brain - The common stressors that kids are dealing with - How the gut-brain connection plays a role in mental function - The need to reconnect with nature and physical activity - How a parent’s neurochemistry impacts the child’s Learn more about Dr. Olteanu at wholechildtexas.com or on Instagram at @dralinaolteanu. Grab our kid-friendly recipe book here: https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Food-Whole-Family-Kid-Friendly/dp/B0C2S6B5B6