Child Psychiatry – Medication and Psychotherapy

Psychology of Halloween Costumes

Natalia Kulach — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 15:22:56 +0000

On the Psychology of Halloween Costumes By Jason Dean, MD Halloween costumes are a big deal. In fact, a quick google search reveals that Americans spent about 4 billion dollars on Halloween costumes in 2023. That’s a lot of costumes. Every kid loves dressing up, but why is it so exciting? Like with so many … Continue reading "Psychology of Halloween Costumes"

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Isn’t Medication Just a Crutch?

Jason Dean, MD — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 18:05:25 +0000

Isn’t Medication Just a Crutch? By Jason Dean, MD “Isn’t medication just a crutch?” I hear this question all the time – and it’s an entirely valid concern. Parents want their children to learn to face life’s challenges head-on, manage emotional difficulties, and come out on the other end stronger and more confident. My … Continue reading "Isn’t Medication Just a Crutch?"

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The Secret to Happiness

Jason Dean, MD — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:17:57 +0000

The Secret to Happiness By Jason Dean, MD As a psychiatrist, I spend a lot of time with people struggling with emotional challenges. Most people share the same goal – they want to be happy. Or if I’m seeing their child, they want their child to be happy. But what does happiness actually mean? … Continue reading "The Secret to Happiness"

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A Hug a Day Keeps the Psychiatrist Away

Jason Dean, MD — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 09:08:26 +0000

There is a great deal of medical evidence that the relationship between a child and their parent has a huge impact on their mental health. One of the most important studies in this regard was the ACE study, where ACE stands for adverse childhood experiences. What this study found was that the presence of various … Continue reading "A Hug a Day Keeps the Psychiatrist Away"

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What Are the Different Types of Anxiety?

Jason Dean, MD — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 14:45:04 +0000

What Are the Different Types of Anxiety? When was the last time you felt anxious? Was it during a high-stakes scenario, such as during a medical exam, while sitting for a test, or while a plane was landing? Now, imagine that feeling persisting. What might it feel like to walk in the world and live … Continue reading "What Are the Different Types of Anxiety?"

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Depression and Mood Swings: What You Need to Know

Jason Dean, MD — Mon, 20 Feb 2023 14:42:06 +0000

Depression and Mood Swings: What You Need to Know About one in ten Americans experience depression. When a disorder is this common, you’d expect it to be well understood. On the contrary, depression often causes individuals to isolate themselves, masking the symptoms from their loved ones. For example, did you know there is a strong … Continue reading "Depression and Mood Swings: What You Need to Know"

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This Is How to Build Confidence in Yourself

Jason Dean, MD — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 14:39:11 +0000

This Is How to Build Confidence in Yourself Do you worry that you are falling behind your peers because of your lack of self-confidence? Don’t assume wrongly that you are stuck with low self-esteem for the rest of your life then. It’s possible to increase your self-confidence levels over time by following certain practices. It … Continue reading "This Is How to Build Confidence in Yourself"

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What Are the Signs of Autism in Young Children?

Jason Dean, MD — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 14:35:47 +0000

What Are the Signs of Autism in Young Children? When you hear the word “spectrum,” you might imagine a rainbow or a field of beautiful colors. After the release of the DSM-5 in 2013, however, the term gained a new meaning for many parents. That publication marked the shift of autism into a “spectrum disorder” … Continue reading "What Are the Signs of Autism in Young Children?"

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The Role of a Behavioral Health Specialist in Mental Health Care

Jason Dean, MD — Sat, 28 Jan 2023 11:37:20 +0000

The Role of a Behavioral Health Specialist in Mental Health Care Do you know that there are more than 106,000 licensed psychologists in the US and nearly a dozen different fields of study within that? Each field focuses on specific aspects of psychology. They examine how we interact with others, ourselves, and the world around us. If you … Continue reading "The Role of a Behavioral Health Specialist in Mental Health Care"

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How To Recognize the Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder in Teens Early On

Jason Dean, MD — Mon, 23 Jan 2023 11:36:14 +0000

How To Recognize the Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder in Teens Early On When people first start learning about bipolar disorder, they often assume that it is rare. However, the numbers indicate that about one out of every 30 adults in the United States lives with bipolar disorder. That means that there are about 6 million … Continue reading "How To Recognize the Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder in Teens Early On"

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