Anxiety is often high among children undergoing needle-based procedures. In this Healthline article, Mindpath Health’s Zishan Khan, MD, discusses how VR headsets may act as a distraction, lowering anxiety and pain. Individuals of all ages can be anxious about needles,...
Going to Build-A-Bear Helped Heal My Inner Child
Healing your inner child does not always involve extensive work. In some cases, something as simple as building a stuffed animal can help. In this Well and Good article, Mindpath Health’s Kiana Shelton, LCSW, explains the psychology behind inner child work. One day in...
Your Teen Expressed Suicidal Thoughts — Here’s What to Do
Unfortunately, suicidal ideation is a very real concern among tweens and teens. No matter the situation, how you handle it is crucial to ensure the safety and well-being of your child. In this Scary Mommy article, Mindpath Health’s Rashmi Parmar, MD, discusses what to...
Gender-affirming hormone therapy reduces depression, anxiety for trans and non-binary youth
A study shows that gender-affirming hormone treatment is valuable for transgender and nonbinary adolescents. In this Medical News Today article, Mindpath Health’s Zishan Khan, MD, discusses how such therapy helps individuals align their physical characteristics with...
How to Have a Period Talk When You Don’t Get a Period
No matter whether a parent menstruates or not, it is important to be prepared for this major moment in your child's development. "The Talk" doesn't have to be scary. In this Verywell Family article, Mindpath Health’s Elisabeth Netherton, MD discusses how having this...
Negative Punishment Examples Parents Need to Avoid
There’s a difference between taking something away from your kid to change their behavior and taking something away from them because you want to get back at them on some level. In this Fatherly article, Mindpath Health’s Rashmi Parmar, MD, discusses how to avoid...
Is My Child “Lazy” or Just Forgetful?
Most parents know the struggle of trying to get their child to complete a task or chore at home, only for them to forget. In this Verywell Family article, Zishan Khan, MD, explains the difference, and what parents can do to motivate kids to listen. Have you ever...
What to Look for in VR Headsets for Kids
Before purchasing a VR headset, consider what the child you are buying it for intends to do with it. In this Verywell Family article, Zishan Khan, MD, discusses what you need to know before you hit “add to cart” on a VR headset for your kids. Virtual reality (VR)...
How a toy diet helps children ‘develop different skills’
Children need toys to help them learn, explore, and create. In this Yahoo Life article, Zishan Khan, MD, discusses how toys develop different skills and what to do if your child is bored. The work of childhood is playing, and it serves a critical purpose; children...
What to Do If Your Child Is Bullied Because of Their Sexual Orientation
School can be a challenging environment for children who identify as LGBTQ+, especially if they are harassed, discriminated against, or face a lack of resources. In this Verywell Family article, Zishan Khan. MD, and Brandi Garza, LPC, discuss what to do if children...