In this episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo shares how she discussses medciation options with BOTH Guardians and Patient presents. She describes the reasons how presenting several options can help empower choice, self advocacy, open dialoage and patient accountability. Whether you are a parent, a patient or a pediatric provider, this episode will help you set the frame for your own empowerment regarding the difficult decision to take a psychiatric medication.

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For More information about Dr. Shivana Naidoo, MD, please visit www.DoBetterMD.com

In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo reviews the reason for obtaining consent from legal guardians of minors in mental health care and why child psychiatrists ensure they obtain consent from the legal guardian. She also reviews the term "assent" how this is different than " consent." Understanding these terms can empower parents, guardians and patients to advocate for themselves and their own mental health care needs. Please review the laws for the particular state in which your child resides.

https://worldpopulationreview.com/state-rankings/age-of-consent-for-mental-health-treatment-by-state

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In this 13 Reasons Why Series- Dr. Naidoo Focus on explaining the reasons behind why child psychiatrists do what they do. Listen in to this episode as she explains why Child Psychiatrists often prioritize speaking to youth first, even when their parents/guardians are present in the visit.

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In this episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo breaks down her upcoming presentation at the WPW Conference of How to Give Yourself Credit and Believe it for women physicians. She believes the points in this presentation can be useful for so many people- especially YOU. If you are working on building up your self esteem, your confidence, your self assurance, tune into these epsiodes. In this fourth and FINAL episode she reviews some points that didnt make it into her presentation- but are still super important to work on the still of seeing, hearing and appreciating yourself. Try out the skills she shares and see if one works for you! The only way to know if a skill really works is to test it out. Tune in the final episode of this series to consider how you can start to notice the things that suprise, touch, inspire and fill you with self appreciation and graditute. Cheers to giving yourself MORE CREDIT and BELIEVING IT in 2026!!!

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For More information about Dr. Shivana Naidoo, MD, please visit www.DoBetterMD.com

In this episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo breaks down her upcoming presentation at the WPW Conference of How to Give Yourself Credit and Believe it for women physicians. She believes the points in this presentation can be useful for so many people- especially YOU. If you are working on building up your self esteem, your confidence, your self assurance, tune into these epsiodes. In this third episode she shares some skills on how you can start to APPRECIATE yourself by validating your own conscience and starting to recognize the little facts of life that deserve credit. Learning how to reassure yourself and remind yourself of your value and worth in small ways every day will add up to a firmer sense of self. Tune in to learn how you can practice self validation and learn how to give yourself credit and believe it- finally!

If You or someone you Love is in a mental health crisis- Please Call- 988
If You or someone you Love is in a medical crisis - Please Call- 911

For More information about Dr. Shivana Naidoo, MD, please visit www.DoBetterMD.com

In this episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo breaks down her upcoming presentation at the WPW Conference of How to Give Yourself Credit and Believe it for women physicians. She believes the points in this presentation can be useful for so many people- especially YOU. If you are working on building up your self esteem, your confidence, your self assurance, tune into these epsiodes. In this second episode she shares some skills on how you can start to HEAR yourself more often and authentically. Listening into how you speak to yourself, and feeling empowered to choose your words and what inner dialogue you listen to can dramatically shift your mood and self esteem. Tune in to learn how you can practice hearing the inner voice that helps you shine brighter.

If You or someone you Love is in a mental health crisis- Please Call- 988
If You or someone you Love is in a medical crisis - Please Call- 911

For More information about Dr. Shivana Naidoo, MD, please visit www.DoBetterMD.com

In this episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo breaks down her upcoming presentation at the WPW Conference of How to Give Yourself Credit and Believe it for women physicians. She believes the points in this presentation can be useful for so many people- especially YOU. If you are working on building up your self esteem, your confidence, your self assurance, tune into these epsiodes. In this first episode she shares some skills on how you can start to SEE yourself more often and authentically. Tune in to learn how you can practice noticing your own worth.

If You or someone you Love is in a mental health crisis- Please Call- 988
If You or someone you Love is in a medical crisis - Please Call- 911

For More information about Dr. Shivana Naidoo, MD, please visit www.DoBetterMD.com

In this Episode of TTDN, Dr. Naidoo rings in the New Year with some reflections on working on refining your goals. For the Month of January-she will share the core speaking points of "How to Give Yourself Credit and Believe It" from a presentation she will be giving at the WPW Conference in Feb 2026. Designed for Women Physicians, these core meta skills of how to acknowledge yourself and to accept the acknowledgement can be utilized by young patients and parents as well as fellow medical professionals. Listen in as she sets the stage for how to work on the goal of giving yourself credit.

https://www.womenphysicianswellness.com/climb

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For More information about Dr. Shivana Naidoo, MD, please visit www.DoBetterMD.com