#22: Busting Mental Health Myths: What Parents Really Need to Know

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In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Dr. Melissa Wellner and co-host Sam Straub tackle three of the most common and harmful myths they hear from parents about kids and mental health. From the idea that “teens are just moody” to the belief that “my kid would tell me if something was wrong,” Melissa and Sam break down why these myths persist—and what parents can do instead.

They also take on one of the biggest fears in child psychiatry: the myth that medication will change a child’s personality. Through clinical insight, personal experience, and compassion, this episode offers a clear-eyed, practical approach to supporting your child’s mental health at any age.

If you’ve ever second-guessed whether your child is truly okay, this conversation will help you feel informed, empowered, and less alone.

Get expert support, fresh strategies, and a judgment-free parent community—so you can stop feeling stuck and start parenting your teen with more clarity, confidence, and connection.

You know when your kid screws up in some way, and you're sure of the lesson you want them to learn from it....but you’re not sure how to say it in a way they’ll actually hear?  

Download Sam's free video guide that walks you through a simple, step-by-step process for handling these tough conversations called the L.O.V.E.D. framework.  

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