Child Mental Health for Pediatric Clinicians
Child Mental Health for Pediatric Clinicians podcast - formerly PsychEd4Peds -is the child mental health podcast designed for pediatric clinicians - helping you help kids. The host, Dr. Elise Fallucco, M.D., is a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist and mom of three who teaches pediatric clinicians to identify, manage, and support kids and teens with mental health problems. Dr. Fallucco interviews experts in the fields of child psychiatry, psychology, and pediatrics to share practical tools, tips, and strategies to help pediatric clinicians take care of kids and teens.
Child Mental Health for Pediatric Clinicians
60. Cannabis and Teen Mental Health: 3 Things You Should Know
In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of CANNABIS and its impact on the developing teen brain and MENTAL HEALTH.
Dr. Fallucco discusses the latest research on THC and CBD, revealing how modern cannabis has become significantly more potent. Learn about the risks associated with adolescent cannabis use, such as impaired prefrontal cortex development, increased anxiety risk, and associations with psychosis. Dr. Fallucco also offers practical tips for clinicians on how to counsel teens and their families about cannabis use and harm reduction strategies. Don’t miss out on these valuable insights to better support your pediatric patients.
00:00 Introduction to Child Mental Health Podcast
00:39 Understanding Cannabis: THC and CBD
02:28 Cannabis Use Among Adolescents
03:36 Impact of Cannabis on the Teen Brain
05:29 Mental Health Risks: Anxiety and Psychosis
07:39 Practical Advice for Clinicians
08:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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