Bullying and Mental Health with Dr. Khurana
April 17, 2024
Bullying and Mental Health
Dr. Khurana was interviewed on ABC 13 News to explain how bullying affects mental health, from anxiety and depression to substance abuse. Bullying has a negative impact on children’s social lives, confidence, and happiness. This can drastically influence their mental health and how they cope with these feelings. Niakeya Mingo, the mother of a bullied child, discusses the differences she sees in her child since the bullying started. Her child expresses sadness and a decrease in self-confidence, as Dr. Khurana discusses.
Long-Term Effects of Bullying
A new study published in Nature Mental Health studied children who were bullied at eleven years old and became distrustful. The study found that they were three and a half times more likely to struggle with their mental health by seventeen years old. It is important to have conversations with your child to support them in healthy coping skills and emotional regulation.
How to Support Your Child
If you see a difference in your child’s behavior, it is important to talk to them to see if bullying is the culprit. Mingo and Dr. Khurana discuss tips on having a healthy and productive conversation with your child. It is important to give you child room to talk about how they feel and about their experiences. On ABC 13 News, Dr. Khurana emphasize that you are part of your child’s support system to help them navigate difficult times. Healthy conversations will ensure your child is open to future conversations.
Nevada Mental Health is here to help your child. We offer pediatric psychiatry to help young people with their unique life challenges.
