S3 Ep 18: Supporting Your Kid's Mental Health (While You're Waiting for an Appointment)

Stuck in the seemingly never-ending cycle of waiting lists for mental health care appointments? How can you support your kid's mental health today?   Join me in conversation with Australia's foremost developmental pediatrician, Dr. Billy Garvey to discuss the essential steps caregivers can take to support their child's mental health. Throughout the episode, Billy offers practical advice on how parents can identify signs of distress in their children, create a safe and supportive environment at home, and encourage healthy coping mechanisms. He also walks through some fantastic examples of ideal caregivers in movies we all love.   Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices