Dealing with Kids’ Misbehavior

by | Aug 1, 2011 | Happiness Matters Podcast, Podcasts

All children do things that make us angry and embarrassed sometimes!  This podcast address WHY they might be misbehaving. Rona guides us through her system for dealing with misbehavior—and preventing it in the future.  Here is a link to the worksheet we refer to. Aired: August 2011

Teen Depression and Suicide Prevention

by | Jul 31, 2011 | Radio Shows

Teens are a population especially vulnerable to issues such as depression, high-risk behavior, and suicide. Studies have shown that parent involvement is one of the most important factors in guiding adolescents through these often challenging and confusing years. Join Nurse Rona and guests as they discuss signs of trouble to look for and how to support and nurture the teens in your life.

• Chris Rita, community education coordinator at Crisis Support of Alameda County.
• Mason Turner, MD, is the chief of the Department of Psychiatry at Kaiser Permanente, San Francisco Medical Centerand the Assistant Director for outpatient services for Regional Mental Health and Chemical Dependency servies for Kaiser Permanente, Northern California.

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Health Effects of Toxins on Children

by | Jul 24, 2011 | Radio Shows

 Are you concerned about your family’s exposure to toxins? Families have a right to know and protect themselves against toxins such as Bisphenol A (BPA), which can affect hormone production, and air pollution or pesticides that can have long lasting effects on our health. Nurse Rona and guests discuss what families, communities, and our government can do to foster a healthier environment.

• Alice Brock-Utne, MD, is a pediatrician practicing in Marin County.
• Rebecca Sutton, PhD, is a senior scientist at Environmental Working Group.

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