It’s the start of a new school year so we thought we’d reshare this essential episode, in case you missed it! We’re joined by Dr. Chinwe Williams, a licensed professional counselor, to explore the nuanced landscape of children's and adolescents' mental health. Dr. Williams breaks down how today's unique challenges – from digital overwhelm to academic pressures – are shaping our youth's mental well-being. Through practical insights and professional expertise, she guides us through recognizing the early signs of mental health struggles while offering tangible strategies for creating supportive, nurturing environments where our children can thrive.Episode Takeaways:<ul><li>Your child's irritability and anger might be signs of deeper mental health struggles, not just typical teen behavior</li><li>Today's kids navigate unique mental health challenges from their digital lives and academic pressures</li><li>Resilience can be taught and strengthened through intentional parenting strategies</li><li>When parents prioritize their own mental wellness, they show their children what healthy coping looks like</li><li>Strong emotional bonds between parents and children create the safety net needed for mental wellness</li></ul>Relevant links:&nbsp;Connect with Dr. Chinwe&nbsp; on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dr.chinwewilliams/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and visit her <a href="https://drchinwewilliams.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">website</a>!&nbsp;Connect with me on socials- join the Be Well,Sis tribe on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bewellsis_podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/be-well-sis/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@bewellsis" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a> , and subscribe to the <a href="http://bewellsis.substack.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">newsletter</a> or buy me a <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/ebd2b13e35e1bcef8ca837d31ae7ee" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">coffee</a>!If this episode resonated with you- share with a friend!We’re supporting St Jude’s- head over to <a href="http://www.stjude.org/bewellsis" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.stjude.org/bewellsis</a> right now and sign up to be a monthly donor. Together, we can make a real impact.Want to get in touch? Maybe you want to hear from a certain guest or have a recommendation for On My Radar? Get in touch at <a href="mailto:hello@editaud.io" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@editaud.io</a> with Be Well Sis in the subject line! Have you’re on Not Well, Sis rant to contribute? Click <a href="https://airtable.com/appuoN5t9mxOnbee1/shr0f3gToyXIgumuO" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> to send it into the show!Be Well, Sis is hosted by Dr Cassandre Dunbar. The show is edited, mixed and produced by Megan Hayward. Our Production Manager is Kathleen Speckert. Be Well, Sis is an <a href="https://editaud.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">editaudio</a> collaboration. See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

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