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Listen as we introduce a new co-host of Mindcast: Healthy Mind, Healthy Child, Dr. Tanuja Gandhi. Dr. Gandhi, is an adult, child, adolescent, and forensic psychiatrist at Bradley Hospital.

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Many people have heard of eating disorders but are not aware of how dangerous they can be. Eating disorders are the third most common chronic illness in adolescents, behind asthma and diabetes. They affect people of all age, socioeconomic, racial, ethnic, and gender groups.

Eating Disorders and Their Dangers | Lifespan Many people have heard of eating disorders, but are not aware of what they really are or just ...

Last week, during our Pride Month celebrations, we were visited by Haus of Glitter Dance Company, a Q***r BIPOC dance and arts activism group. Haus of Glitter is locally based in Providence, but perform, educate, and collaborate globally. We’re so appreciative they took the time to not only perform but also provide a space to learn about Q***r BIPOC history and what art has come from it. Thank you again Haus of Glitter!

High temperatures can be uncomfortable for certain groups, including children. Dr. Mark Zonfrillo, a pediatrician at Hasbro Children's Hospital joined NBC 10 WJAR to share important information about heat illness in children.

Hasbro Children's Hospital doctor discusses heat safety in children NBC 10 spoke to Dr. Mark Zonfrillo of Hasbro Children's Hospital about heat illnesses and safety tips for children.

Dr. Tanuja Gandhi joined WPRI 12 to discuss the U.S. Surgeon General's call on Congress to add warning labels to social media.

Community Focus: Bradley Hospital’s Dr. Tanuja Gandhi Bradley Hospital’s Dr. Tanuja Gandhi joins 12 News at 4 with her reaction to adding warning labels to social media platforms.

Many kids use social media to make friends, connect with the world, socialize, become part of a larger community, learn new skills, or even do projects together. While social media has been instrumental in connecting people and sharing information, it can also be dangerous and harmful in other ways.

Safe and Healthy Social Media Use for Kids | Lifespan Social media is a part of life for children and teens today, but it can be dangerous and harmful and parents should know how to keep their kids safe in an online world.

Gender affirmative care at its foundation is about providing a safe environment, education and access to specialty medical care, drawing upon current evidence-based protocols and the unique needs of each individual child.

What is Gender Affirming Care? | Lifespan Much of the rhetoric and messaging about gender affirming care is based on misconceptions and misinformation. We look to offer accurate information that is essential to countering negativity and fostering family support for LGBTQ+ youth.

If you could ask a pediatric mental health expert one question, what would it be? Submit your topic suggestions for our next episode of Mindcast: Healthy Mind, Healthy Child in the comments below! Find all our current episodes at bradleyhospital.org/podcast

Mindcast: Healthy Mind, Healthy Child Podcast | Lifespan A Podcast from the Experts at Bradley Hospital, Leaders in Mental Health Care For Children.

Summer is upon us, meaning one thing: school is out! Summer vacation offers children a time to relax and recharge after the long school year. While children delight in this time, many struggle with the loss of routine.

Summer Schedules and Why Children Need Them | Lifespan A summer schedule for children helps keep them in a routine and these tips can help parents build a schedule that's right for their child.

Kids’ Link RI is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help triage children and youth in need of mental health services and refer them to treatment providers. Call 1-855-543-5465.
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We’ve got a wrap-up of how you and your teens can avoid the dangers that can put a damper on your summer season.

6 Summer Safety Tips for Teens | Lifespan Warm summer days mean school is out for teens and we've got tips to enjoy summer safely.

Using certain language and explicitly appealing to a child’s strengths and resiliency, regardless of their gender identity, can have profound effects in promoting positive development.

Understanding Gender Identity | Lifespan Gender identity has become a common subject and keeping up with the terms associated with gender can be challenging.

Gary Regan, clinical social worker and clinical director of the Adolescent Partial Hospital and SafeQuest programs at Bradley Hospital, joins The Rhode Show to discuss summertime opportunities for families who need special services.

Help available this summer for students who need special services EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) – The countdown is on for the end of the school year, but what does that mean for those children who need access to special services? Gary Regan, a licensed indep…

The Pediatric Psychiatry Resource Network (PediPRN) aims to provide collaborative, expert mental health consultation and care for your child. Visit www.pediprn.org to learn more about the mental health and behavioral issues your child could be facing, and how PediPRN can help.

Pride month began as a way to honor the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. Today, Pride month is a way to not only honor the initial movement, but to celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community.

Building Community During Pride Month | Lifespan As our lives begin to shift back to in-person events, some people are experiencing anxiety around sharing their stories and living openly in the public eye.

Thank you to our colleagues at Lifespan risk services, government relations and corporate compliance for holding a backpack and T-shirt drive to benefit our patients during Mental Health Awareness Month!

The flexibility of virtual mental health care for children and teens has shown to be effective and convenient for patients and families. Hear what some of our patients had to say about their experience at Bradley REACH, a virtual program that allows adolescents and teens to get the psychiatric care they need in their own homes. Learn more at https://www.bradleyreach.org/

Does your child get frequent headaches? Headaches in children are common, and there are a variety of causes, most headaches are not serious. However, some situations may require medical attention and parents should know the warning signs.

Children, Headaches, and When to Worry | Lifespan Headaches in children are common and are often not serious, but there are warning signs parents should know that indicate medical attention is needed.

80 percent of the population will experience a mental health condition. It is time to get rid of the taboo surrounding it, because talking about your mental health is the first step to feeling better.

Tips for Talking About Your Mental Health | Lifespan Your mental health is key to your overall health and when your mental or emotional state is making it difficult for you to manage stress, relationships, or everyday responsibilities, it’s time to talk to someone.

How can we help children process their emotions in a way that is meaningful and positive? Listen to the latest episode of Mindcast, featuring chief nursing officer, Kristen Kichefski, as she discusses de-escalation strategies and preventing a crisis. Listen now https://www.lifespan.org/locations/bradley-hospital/mindcast-healthy-mind-healthy-child-podcast?segitem=64074&utm_source=social&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=mindcast&utm_content=de-escalation

Like most things, using social media has its positives (the good), its cautionary tales (the bad), and dangers (the ugly) that lurk and impact the lives of many, but especially teens.

Pros and Cons of Social Media | Lifespan Consider learning about the pros and cons of social media before logging in to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc. from our experts here.

Children with mental illnesses are stigmatized as much as their adult counterparts by both other children and adults. May is Mental Health Awareness month, a time to spread information, educate and offer support to those who need it.

Stigma and Mental Illness | Lifespan Only one out of five children with diagnosable psychiatric disorders receives treatment. This estimate has profound implications as we think about children's ...