#87- Dr Nadia Khan: We Are Overmedicating Our Kids

In this episode, I sit down with paediatrician Dr Nadia Khan for a powerful and honest conversation about modern healthcare, parenting, and the hidden factors shaping our children’s wellbeing.

We unpack the growing concern around the overprescription of medication, and why true health often lies beyond the script pad. Dr Khan shares her perspective on how simple lifestyle changes like movement, nutrition, and time in nature can dramatically improve health outcomes for both kids and adults.

We also dive into a thought-provoking discussion on how the current schooling system may not be designed with young boys in mind, and what that means for behaviour, diagnosis, and development.

Finally, Dr Khan reflects on how becoming a mother transformed the way she practices medicine offering a more human, empathetic, and holistic approach to care.

This episode challenges conventional thinking and offers practical insights for parents, coaches, and anyone invested in long-term health.

🔑 Key Topics Covered

•  The rise of medication overprescription in modern healthcare 
•  Why lifestyle changes should be the first line of defence 
•  The powerful impact of nature on physical and mental health 
•  Are we misinterpreting boys’ behaviour in the classroom? 
•  How motherhood reshaped Dr Khan’s approach to medicine 

💡 Key Takeaways

•  Medication has its place, but it shouldn’t be the default solution
•  Small, consistent lifestyle habits can outperform quick fixes 
•  Nature is not a luxury it’s a biological necessity 
•  Many behavioural “issues” may be environmental mismatches 
•  Empathy and lived experience can make better doctors 

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Dr.NadiaKhan_ (@dr.nadiakhan_) • Instagram photos and videos

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My best,

Clint