Understanding and Supporting Children's Mental Health with Christine M. Crawford

In this episode of Treatable, host Clint Mally delves deeply into the crucial topic of children's mental health, especially pertinent in the post-COVID era.
Joining Clint is Dr. Christine M. Crawford, Associate Medical Director for NAMI, Boston University's Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, and author of 'You Are Not Alone: The NAMI Guide for Navigating Your Child's Mental Health.'

Check out the book:
https://www.nami.org/support-education/publications-reports/you-are-not-alone/you-are-not-alone-for-parents-and-caregivers/

Learn more about  Dr. Christine M. Crawford:
https://www.nami.org/about-nami/who-we-are/meet-our-leadership/christine-m-crawford/

Dr. Crawford shares invaluable insights on recognizing signs of mental health challenges in children and adolescents, the importance of early intervention, and effective communication strategies to help kids feel understood and supported. They also discuss the role of adults and the community in fostering a supportive environment for children's social and emotional development. This episode emphasizes the significance of empowering caregivers, educators, and anyone working with children to notice, listen, and lock in to provide the necessary support. Don't miss this essential guide to children's mental well-being.
00:00 Introduction to Children's Mental Health
01:00 Meet Dr. Christine M. Crawford
02:05 Understanding NAMI's Role
05:15 The Importance of Early Intervention
14:32 Recognizing Behavioral Changes in Kids
22:56 The Distress Radius Framework
26:02 The Importance of Multiple Perspectives
26:33 Communicating Emotions Effectively
27:42 Validating Children's Feelings
32:20 Engaging Unresponsive Kids
38:09 Modeling Vulnerability
40:11 Caregivers' Mental Health Impact
45:12 Introducing the Book: You Are Not Alone
49:19 Conclusion and Resources