66 School Shootings: The Aftermath and Prevention

Trigger warning: suicide, gun violencehttps://302.buzz/PM-WhatAreYourThoughtsDr. Zakia Alavi is a Diplomat of American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in general psychiatry and child & adolescent psychiatry. Dr. Alavi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics and Human Development, College of Human Medicine, Michigan State University. For the Department of Pediatrics, Dr. Alavi is involved with developing and training pediatric residents and general pediatricians about children’s mental health through a State of Michigan and HRSA funded grant. Currently, Dr. Alavi provides psychiatric services to children through the Community Mental Health clinic in Jackson Michigan. Dr. Alavi is the chief medical officer for Midstate Health Network, and NorthCare Network which are  Medicaid Managed Behavior health Plans for  21 counties in lower Michigan and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, respectively. [00:01] Dr. Zakia Alavi and I Talk about the Recent School Shootings Why school shootings are still happeningHow we should protect our kids from gun-related violence[06:32] How to Discuss School Shootings With KidsWhen to bring up discussions about gun violenceLooking at school shootings as awful tragediesWho should also be considered as victims?The appropriate things to say to early elementary childrenWhy adults should regulate their own emotionsWhat to say to children aged 9-10 years oldThe topics that should be included in dinner conversations[17:23] Resolving Gun Violence in SchoolsStrategies from Zakia to discuss firearms as a public health hazardThe age group that is the easiest and most difficult to support according to ZakiaGun violence is a public health problem and should not be a debateThe unique opportunity for healthcare providers to resolve gun violenceWarning signs to watch out for in relation to homicide riskThe dangers of the language that we use[30:06] Take a Deep Breath Then Take ActionThe right questions to ask to parents or families The resources that families can access right nowZakia’s message for patients and pediatricians alike [38:33] Closing Segment  Final takeaways:Appreciation to Zakia for raising awareness about gun violence in this episodeWe are still prioritizing guns over childrenOur job as adults in protecting childrenThe right words to say to kids and familiesWhat to consider in talking with the youngest childrenWhat to say to elementary school kidsThe easiest and hardest age group to work withHow to talk to parents about guns in the householdDon’t glorify gunsHow guns are stored at homesTalk about intense emotions and the use of words and threats.When should a parent worry about their child being either a risk to themselves or to others?Talking with families about gun violence is inevitableWhy reach out to child psychiatristsThe time for change is NOWKey Quotes:“If your child is asking questions, then you've done a great job creating a safe holding environment at home.” - Dr. Zakia Alavi“Take a deep breath and talk to each other, talk to your families. Give families, your children a big hug.” - Dr. Zakia AlaviEmail [email protected] to connect with Zakia or check out <a...

Fecha de Publicación: 8 de diciembre de 2021

Duración: 45 min