A veterinary sedative, Xylazine is now being mixed with street drugs and poses a huge risk to the public. In this Parade article, Mindpath Health’s Julian Lagoy, MD, explains why this furthers the ongoing opioid epidemic and how parents can talk to their kids about...
9 Questions to Ask a Psychiatrist About a New Medication
It’s important to understand the potential side effects when starting a new prescription medication. Here are 9 questions to ask your psychiatrist, including what foods and substances to avoid, and what to expect once the medication starts working. For patients who've...
10 Green Flags to Look for in a Relationship
Dating someone new? In this Today article, Mindpath Health’s Leanne Leonard, LMFT, says if you can spot these signs, it indicates they could be a good match. Not everybody is meant for us. Sometimes we realize that straight away on a first date; other times it doesn't...
Afraid of Needles? VR Might Be Able to Help
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,...
Is ‘Snow Storming’ a Healthy Way to End a Relationship?
Coupling up may not cure your winter blues and when you want a quick way out, you may retreat to snow storming. In this List article, Mindpath Health’s Kiana Shelton, LCSW, discusses why ending a cuffing season relationship by snow storming is not as helpful as you...
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...
The Dangers of Excessive Social Media Usage
Social media use can have detrimental impacts on the mental health of children and adolescents. In Psychiatric Times’ special Halloween series ‘Scariest in Psychiatry,’ Mindpath Health’s Zishan Khan, MD, talks about when it’s time to set limits. Halloween is right...
Raising Daughters to Not Be Mean Girls
Despite your best efforts, your child may be a real-life Regina George. In this Scary Mommy article, Mindpath Health’s Taish Malone, PhD, LPC, discusses what causes bullying behavior in girls and how to nip it in the bud. Raising a child with strong character and good...
Growing Up With an ‘Almond Mom’
Almond mom's obsessed with dieting, rations almonds, and makes comments about her kids’ eating habits. In this Glamour article, Mindpath Health’s Kiana Shelton, LCSW, explains how a mother’s fixation on being thin can affect her children. Warning: This article...
How to Support a Child Who’s Coming Out
Announcing one’s sexual orientation or gender identity can be an intimidating experience. In this Verywell Family article, Mindpath Health’s Kiana Shelton, LCSW, gives tips to support LGBTQIA+ youth on their journey to self-acceptance. When children come out to their...