BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health Podcast - Episode 24: Teen Mind Matters: Summer Break Hacks, Slaying the ‘Summer Slump’ and Maximizing Fun ft. Juan Bendana & Ruthie Tessler

Episode 24: Teen Mind Matters: Summer Break Hacks, Slaying the ‘Summer Slump’ and Maximizing Fun ft. Juan Bendana & Ruthie Tessler

12/28/23 • 30 min

About This Episode

Welcome to BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health Podcast, where we celebrate the voices and experiences of teenagers. In this episode, hosts Ruthie Tessler, BeMe Youth Ambassador Juan Bendana, and guest host Nikita Patrick dive into the topic of avoiding the summer slump.

As the school year ends, many teens are excited about summer break but also want to make the most of their time and stay productive. Ruthie shares insights from a survey she and Nikita conducted with their classmates, revealing the challenges teens face during the summer and how they can overcome them.

Juan offers valuable advice on balancing relaxation and productivity, ensuring teens don't feel overwhelmed. He also discusses ways for teens to discover their passions and interests during the summer break, exploring activities and resources that can help them find areas of enthusiasm.

Don't miss this insightful discussion filled with practical advice for teens navigating the summer break. Join Ruthie, Juan, and Nikita as they remind you to keep being yourself and stay tuned for more empowering episodes of the BeingMe podcast.

About BeMe

BeMe is a mobile mental health platform — made for and With Teens In MindTM — to improve teen well-being by bringing together the best aspects of social, gaming, streaming engagement, human coaching, and clinical care.

Learn more about BeMe Health and our teen wellness app built With Teens In Mind at ⁠BeMe.com⁠

Our Hosts

Juan Bendana, BeMe Youth Ambassador
Ruthie Tessler, High School Student
Guest Host, Nakita Patrick, High School Student

Producer

Derek E. Baird, Chief Youth Officer, BeMe Health

Date of Recording

June 14, 2023

About This Episode

About BeMe

Learn more about BeMe Health and our teen wellness app built With Teens In Mind at ⁠BeMe.com⁠

Our Hosts

Juan Bendana, BeMe Youth Ambassador
Ruthie Tessler, High School Student
Guest Host, Nakita Patrick, High School Student

Producer

Derek E. Baird, Chief Youth Officer, BeMe Health

Date of Recording

June 14, 2023

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Episode 29: Teen Mind Matters ft. Ruthie Tessler & Juan Bendana: Navigating Holiday Stress, Smart Resolutions, and End-of-Semester Hurdles with Special Guest Christoph Cunningham

As the holiday season approaches, so does a unique blend of excitement and stress, especially for teens. In our latest episode of the BeingMe podcast, we delve into the heart of these challenges.

Join hosts Ruthie Tessler, Juan Bendana, and special guest Christoph Cunningham as they explore the complexities of teen life during this bustling time of year. What's Inside This Episode:

👉🏼 Tackling end-of-semester school stress 👉🏼 Crafting and sticking to realistic New Year's resolutions 👉🏼 Strategies for managing holiday stress and family dynamics This episode is a must-listen for educators, parents, and anyone working with teens. We're bringing fresh perspectives, practical advice, and inspiration to help make this holiday season more manageable and enjoyable for teens. Tune in, share your thoughts, and don't forget to encourage the teens in your life to listen in for some relatable advice and tips! Join Ruthie, Juan, and Christoph for this engaging episode, and don't forget to download the BeMe app for more inspiring content. Remember, keep being you, and let’s make this the best holiday season ever!

Producer

Derek E. Baird, Chief Youth Officer, BeMe Health

Date of Recording

December 4, 2023

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Episode 30: BeingMe Podcast: Exploring Innovation and Equity in Adolescent Mental Health with Dr. Amber Childs

About This Episode

Welcome to Episode 30 of our Signal Award-Winning BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health Podcast, hosted by Dr. Taiwo Alonge. In this episode, we have a special guest, Dr. Amber Childs, a child and adolescent psychology pioneer.

Dr. Childs is a renowned Yale University professor and the Clinical Strategist for BeMe Health. In this episode, Dr. Child will talk about her life journey, starting from her teenage years, and how it led her to become an innovator and leader in mental health care.

Join us for an inspiring conversation on shaping a healthier, more equitable future for youth mental health.

Key Highlights In This Episode

Dr. Childs' journey from teen to mental health innovator.
Impact of the pandemic on teen mental health.
Addressing mental health disparities for BIPOC youth.
Role of digital interventions in youth mental health.
Insights into measurement-based care and antiracism in mental health.

About Our Guest

Dr. Amber Childs is an award-winning, nationally renowned child and adolescent clinical psychologist who is a professor of psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine.

At Yale, she is the Director of training for the Doctoral Internship in Clinical and Community Psychology and Co-Director of the Division of Quality and Innovation within the Yale New Haven Psychiatric Hospital.

She is the founder and co-founder of three ventures at Yale related to measure-based care, eliminating racism in the workplace, and youth mental health.

Dr. Childs is a Clinical Strategist at BeMe Health. With nearly 15 years of experience, she is an innovator and transformational leader who has been instrumental in improving youth equity, access, and mental health outcomes through data-driven quality improvement and cutting-edge digital delivery. Her expertise is now being utilized to support teens using the BeMe app.

About BeMe

BeMe is a mobile mental health platform — made for and With Teens In MindTM — to improve teen well-being by bringing together the best aspects of supportive media, human coaching, and clinical care.

Our Host

Dr. Taiwo Alonge, Clinical Advisor, BeMe Health

Producer

Derek E. Baird, Chief Youth Officer, BeMe Health

Date of Recording

December 20, 2023