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Shrinking It Down: Mental Health Made Simple

Gene Beresin, MD, MA and Khadijah Booth Watkins, MD, MPH
Mental Health
ADHD
Youth Mental Health
Nicotine Use
Substance Use Among Teenagers
Community Support
California Wildfires
Suicide
Behavioral Health
Eating Disorders
Social Media
ARFID
AI Therapy
Achievements Of Julian
Anxiety
Role-Play
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Climate Change
Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Anxiety Management

"Shrinking It Down" highlights the fact that youth mental health is anything but simple! Child & adolescent psychiatrists Dr. Gene Beresin and Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins help parents and other caring adults to navigate tough questions about child and teen mental health. From depression and learning disorders, to digital media and societal concerns, Shrinking It Down covers it all.

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Recent Guests

Kat Boger
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Andrew Clark
Board certified in adult psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, and forensic psychiatry.
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Tony Rostain
Nationally recognized expert in lifespan neurodevelopmental psychiatry, focusing on ADHD and related conditions. Author of 'The Stressed Years of Their Lives'.
Episode: Facing the Loss of a Child to Suicide - A Father's Account
Kamryn Eddy
Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and Co-Director of the Eating Disorders Clinical and Research Program at Massachusetts General Hospital
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Episode: More Than Just a Picky Eater - ARFID
Randi Schuster
Director of Neuropsychology and Director of School-Based Research and Program Development at the MGH Center for Addiction Medicine
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Episode: Teen Nicotine Use
Ellen Braaten
PhD, Executive Director of Learning & Emotional Assessment Program (LEAP) at Mass General Hospital, recognized expert in child and adolescent psychological assessment.
Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds at Massachusetts General Hospital
Episode: Navigating Special Education in Schools Part 2: Working with the Team and Your Child
Eileen Hagerty
Esquire, Partner at Kotin, Crabtree & Strong, concentrates on special education law, active in public service
Kotin, Crabtree & Strong
Episode: Navigating Special Education in Schools Part 2: Working with the Team and Your Child
Lisa Rosinsky
Senior editor at Barefoot Books
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Episode: Stories for Children's Mental Health
Joelle Retener
An author, advocate, and dreamer, first-generation Haitian-American children's author
Episode: Stories for Children's Mental Health

Hosts

Gene Beresin
Co-host and child and adolescent psychiatrist specializing in youth mental health.
Khadijah Booth Watkins
Co-host and child and adolescent psychiatrist focused on family mental health and practical guidance for caregivers.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Insightful Guidance for Supporting Young Minds

    Shrinking It Down offers such an important and thoughtful perspective on youth mental health. Dr. Beresin and Dr. Booth Watkins break down complex topics with clarity, compassion, and practical guidance for parents and caregivers. It’s an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to better understand and support the mental and emotional well-being of young people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steph Kwong
    United States2 months ago
  • Helpful!

    Thank you so much for the episode on high functioning autism. Great info for parents.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Conanina
    United States9 months ago

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Content is consistently practical and clinically grounded, helping listeners navigate complex topics with confidence.
The episode on high functioning autism provides practical, helpful information for parents.
Shrinking It Down offers an important, thoughtful perspective on youth mental health with clear, compassionate guidance for parents and caregivers.

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Anxiety in the Family: Helping One Child Without Leaving Others Behind
Q: How do you approach discussing mental illness with extended family members, such as grandparents or teachers?
It's important to gain the child's permission first, allowing them to decide what is shared to maintain their agency and comfort.
Anxiety in the Family: Helping One Child Without Leaving Others Behind
Q: How do we explain anxiety to siblings of different ages?
It's crucial to adjust the conversation based on the sibling's age and developmental stage; emphasize that anxiety is something they are managing, rather than it being their identity.
Facing the Loss of a Child to Suicide - A Father's Account
Q: How has this experience impacted your work as a child psychiatrist?
It has deepened my understanding of empathy, compassion, and the importance of listening to and supporting families dealing with trauma and loss.
Facing the Loss of a Child to Suicide - A Father's Account
Q: How have you survived the immediate aftermath and the first few months of losing your son?
It felt like a form of psychosis, along with constant crying. I was obsessed with what I could have done differently and was focused on love and support from family.
Finding Gratitude in a Time of Fear, Anger, and Uncertainty
Q: How do we rise above the media, which is filled with all kinds of volatile material?
We're informed while also focusing on the positive things we have control over and reconnecting with our community.

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Experienced child and adolescent psychiatrists deliver accessible, parent-focused insights on youth mental health, covering practical strategies for families, schools, and clinicians. Across episodes, topics include ADHD medication access, talking to kids about global events, digital-age relationship dynamics, family-centered anxiety management, and emerging tech in mental health. The hosts balance clinical expertise with actionable guidance for caregivers, emphasizing open communication, resilience, and equitable access to care, while inviting diverse guest perspectives to broaden understanding of complex issues facing young people today.

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