20 Talking to Teens about Sex, Drugs, Rock and Roll and Hip Hop: Stay in the Non-Judgement Zone

https://302.buzz/PM-WhatAreYourThoughtsSex and drugs remain taboo in society, and the reluctance to talk about these topics only leads to misinformed and misguided teenagers who feel unnecessary judgments for themselves. It’s now high time to raise the awareness of teenagers about these topics to let them know of the safe spaces where they can freely express themselves. Dr. Lisa Lowery, an Adolescent Medicine specialist at the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital-Spectrum Health Medical Group, joins us today to give tips on how to normalize these topics that should have been normal already. We are sexual beings after all and we should not deny it. Let’s listen to Dr. Lowery to learn how to stay in the non-judgment zone! [00:01 - 05:40] Opening SegmentWelcoming today's guest, Dr. Lisa LoweryHer path to adolescent medicine [05:41 - 17:42] Build a Safe Space Dr. Lowery talks about the importance of mentorsHear Dr. Lowery’s interesting insights about teenagersWhy they’re easier to work with than babiesHonesty and consistency are keysDr. Lowery shares a patient story that you should hear!Why we do what we do [17:43 - 32:18] Normalize Sex Talks We talk about the responsibility that physicians carryA humbling experienceNormalize sex and talking about itDr. Lowery explains The right questions to askWe discuss intimate partner violence [32:19 - 44:21] Take Care of Yourself BetterThe proper way to talk about sex trafficking with teenagersBehavioral health should be present in all practicesDr. Lowery tells us whyPhysicians should know social and mental health workers in their circlesWe talk about the benefits Physicians should take care of themselves too[44:22 - 50:04] Closing SegmentParting words from Dr. Lowery  Final TakeawaysProviding a no-judgement zone Strategies to ask teenagers about sex Tips to discuss drugs and relationships with teenagersHow to get into an adolescent’s head?Link below Tweetable Quotes:“Your mentor doesn’t have to look like you.” - Dr. Lisa Lowery“We [physicians] have to learn how to take better care of ourselves emotionally.” - Dr. Lisa LoweryResources Mentioned:Getting into adolescent heads: An essential updateEmail [email protected] to connect with Dr. Lowery. Also, visit http://www.helendevoschildrens.org/AdolescentMedicine to learn more about her space.If you’d like to connect with me, you can find me at LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter or email me at [email protected]. To learn more about me visit https://www.medicalbhs.com/LOVE WHAT YOU HEARD? Leave us a 5-star review so we can continue to provide you with great content. Share this episode and help...

Fecha de Publicación: 20 de enero de 2021

Duración: 50 min