Join child psychiatrist Shivana Naidoo as she explores the delicate world of mental health in children and young adults. Delve into her unique perspective on how mental illness can be part of normal growth, the evolving role of diagnoses, and the importance of nurturing each child's potential. Discover insights and strategies for helping "Cactus Kids" thrive and encouraging young individuals to transcend the labels, focusing on their true selves.

Shivana Naidoo is a child psychiatrist.

She discusses the KevinMD article, "The Cactus Kid: an analogy for parents and youth who are living with mental disease."

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Understanding childhood mental health

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