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In a ‘tsunami’ of bad news, here’s how to talk to kids about anxiety
February 4, 2025In times of chaos and uncertainty — whether it’s political turmoil, natural disasters, aircraft disasters, social upheaval — children are listening, watching and absorbing it all. While we, as adults, may struggle to process these events ourselves, our kids and teens are often left with even bigger fears and unanswered questions. Dr. Gene Beresin joins All Things Considered to help parents navigate these difficult conversations.
MGH’s Dr. Khadijah Booth-Watkins on controversial cuts to mental health services in Mass. new budget proposal
January 24, 2025Dr. Khadijah Booth-Watkins says the potential cuts and closures are disappointing and are not the answer for the state as it would need more funding toward mental health services, and not less.
Gen Z’s solution to loneliness? Their gym’s group workout classes.
January 3, 2025Dr. Gene Beresin joined the Boston Globe to discuss the loneliness epidemic, lack of mental health care, and Gen Z's new solution to this epidemic.
How much is too much? Navigating child gift-giving
December 19, 2024During the holidays, parents have to walk a tight rope between showering them with presents and devaluing gifts by buying too many.
Family estrangement is more common than you might think. Here are tips for making it through the holidays.
November 27, 2024While the holidays are often portrayed as idyllic, they can be difficult for people who have distanced themselves from family. Some studies estimate that about 50% of people experience periods of disconnection from close relatives.
Expert advice on supporting soldiers returning home
November 14, 2024Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins offers valuable advice on supporting soldiers after they return home.
MGH’s Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins on how the 2024 election affects the minds of young people
October 31, 2024Amid the upcoming 2024 election, Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins discusses the effects the elections may have on teenagers and adolescents.
U.S. Surgeon General says parenting can endanger health
October 17, 2024A recent warning from the U.S. Surgeon General says parenting is more than hard work, it's actually endangering your health. To help understand this issue, Dr. Gene Beresin joined WCVB.
Parents and Stress
October 16, 2024In August of 2024, the US Surgeon General released an advisory on parents' mental health and well-being in which he noted that parents are currently more stressed, burned out, and lonely than ever before. The alarming statistics are not all that different than his Advisories on the Youth Mental Health and Loneliness Epidemics that have been escalating since the late 1970s. Dr. Gene Beresin joined MGB to discuss this advisory and share tips for parents on managing stress.
