Parenting the Teenage Mind With Confidence with Dr. Narpinder Malhi

Raising teenagers has always been difficult, regardless of the generation. But life in the modern world has introduced a whole new of challenges to navigate, for both adolescents and their parents.

It's more important than ever to stay on top of your teen's mental health and wellbeing. While that may be easier said than done, ChristianaCare psychologist Dr. Narpinder Malhi joins us to share a few clear signs that tend to tell the truth fast, to help you avoid guesswork and spiraling. From getting enough sleep and developing daily routines to limiting screen time and sugar intake, Dr. Malhi walks us through a practical, evidence-informed way to understand adolescent mental health without turning your home into a therapy office.

In addition to discussing six lifestyle pillars that influence mood and behavior, we also cover when to seek professional help based on impairment and duration, the warning signs parents often miss in high-functioning kids, why teen symptoms can show up as irritability or stomach aches, and how evidence-based therapy and medication can work together when symptoms are moderate to severe.

If you've ever worried about stigma or wondered what's "normal teen stuff" versus a real mental health concern, this episode will give you a steadier map. Listen now for a conversation that may just help save a life.

Narpinder Malhi, M.D., is director of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Clinic and Multidisciplinary Autism Program. She has authored articles in Psychiatric Times on worldwide events and its impact on psychiatrists.