21 Mental Health Advocacy: A Conversation with AAP President Lee Beers

https://302.buzz/PM-WhatAreYourThoughtsWe always say that “prevention is better than the cure,” but prevention won’t happen if the necessary infrastructures, institutions, and support systems are not in place. Dr. Lee Beers, the new President of the American Academy of Pediatrics, recognizes this problem and aims to advocate for an integrated approach that can also address the issues that plague our children, particularly those relating to their mental health. Let’s listen to Dr. Beers to learn how to advocate for mental health services better!  [00:01 - 06:01] Opening SegmentWelcoming today's guest, Dr. Lee BeersHer story as a navy physician [06:02 - 17:23] Parenting ImpactsHer memorable 18-month experience as a physician overseasDr. Beers talks about the impact of parenting on infant development The challenges of dealing with mental health among children[17:24 - 29:04] Integrated Behavioral Health Dr. Beers breaks down integrated behavioral health She talks about the status of mental health in the United StatesAre there enough pediatric mental health providers?Is there enough access to quality health care? How to advocate for an established mental health support system [29:05 - 40:27] Accessible Health Services Why health services should be accessible in the long-termHere’s an old reminder from Dr. Beers that you should hear The services that the American Academy of Pediatrics offers[40:28 - 49:32] Closing SegmentDr. Beers’ message for her resident self you should also hear Final TakeawaysThe parents’ wellbeing and health are crucial tooThe importance of family support Integrated behavioral health Delivery of health services The place to make a change Don’t be afraid to take risks Tweetable Quotes:“It’s really important for us to make sure that access to [health] services is sustainable.” - Dr. Lee Beers“Each and everyone of us has that power to make a change.” - Dr. Lee BeersResources Mentioned:American Academy of PediatricsThrough a Different Lens: Examining How We Care for Adolescent-Headed FamiliesImproving Mental Health Access for Low-Income Children and Families in the Primary Care SettingHealthy Children websitePediatric Meltdown episode: Caring for Children in Foster and Kinship Care: Keeping a Trauma-Informed focus with Moira SzilagyiEmail [email protected] to connect with Dr. Beers. Also, visit https://childrensnational.org/ to learn more about her space.If you’d like to connect with me, you can find me at LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter or...

Fecha de Publicación: 27 de enero de 2021

Duración: 49 min