Welcome to Raising Resilient Minds! Our channel is dedicated to exploring the journey of child development, focusing on mental health, parenting, and resilience. Hosted by Dr. Jihan Abdul-Haqq, we bring you insightful conversations with experts and parents who share their experiences and strategies for raising resilient children.
Our episodes cover a wide range of topics including therapy, special needs, emotional well-being, and practical parenting tips. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or simply interested in child development, our channel offers valuable insights and support. Join our community to learn, share, and grow together as we nurture the next generation.
Strong Kids, Strong Families: Why Therapy Makes a Difference
Join Dr. Jihan in conversation with licensed art therapist Amy Lyons as they explore how to raise resilient children in an age of helicopter parenting. Amy shares practical strategies from her decades of experience, including how art therapy combined with cognitive behavioral techniques helps children develop problem-solving skills and emotional regulation.
17 Nov 2025
Holistic Kids on a Mission: Revolutionizing Teen Health
In this episode of the Raising Resilient Minds podcast, Dr. Jihan interviews four young authors, Abdullah (17), Zain (14), Emad (12), and Kasim (10), who are launching their new book, 'The Teen Health Revolution.' The book aims to educate teens about health, mindfulness, and resilience. The young authors discuss the importance of healthy eating, mindfulness, and gratitude, and their goal to spark a revolution among teens to take control of their health. They provide insights into their health...
7 Oct 2025
Overcoming Test Anxiety and Empowering Kids Through Tutoring
In this episode of the Raising Resilient Minds podcast, Dr. Jihan speaks with her friend Tisha Clay, a veteran educator, entrepreneur, and author. Tisha shares her journey in education, her work with her tutoring center Clay Academics, and her recently published book 'Braden and the Big Test.' The discussion covers topics like test anxiety, the importance of building resilience in students, and strategies for engaging the African American community in tutoring. Tisha emphasizes the significan...
19 Aug 2025
Mental Health Matters: Pediatric Psychiatry Explained
In this episode of Raising Resilient Minds, host Dr. Jihan welcomes Dr. Ranelle Lewis, a child psychiatrist, to discuss resilience and mental health in children. Dr. Lewis shares her journey in starting a private practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma, emphasizing her passion for outpatient psychiatry and continuity of care. The discussion covers the meaning of resilience, the prevalence of mental health disorders among children, and the roles of cultural and socioeconomic biases. They touch on various ...
4 Aug 2025
From Trauma to Tiumph: Building Resilience with Dr Charlyce Davis
In this episode of Raising Resilient Minds, Dr. Jihan interviews Dr. Charlyce Davis, an internal medicine physician and Reiki practitioner. They discuss the concept of resilience, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and their long-term health impacts. Dr. Davis shares her journey of integrating Reiki into her practice and how it helps patients address chronic conditions rooted in past traumas. They explore the importance of mindfulness and supportive community structures in building resilie...
16 Jul 2025
From Diagnosis to Recovery: A Discussion on PANS and PANDAS with Dr. Scott Antwine
In this episode of Raising Resilient Minds, Dr. Jihan is joined by Dr. Scott Antwine to discuss the complex conditions known as PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infections). Dr. Antwine shares his personal journey with his daughter who recovered from PANS, and delves into the diagnosis, treatment, and challenges of these conditions. He also discusses the importance of resilience, th...
15 Jul 2025
From Diagnosis to Recovery: Dr. Scott Antoine
In this episode of Raising Resilient Minds, Dr. Jihan interviews Dr. Scott Antwine, an expert in treating PANS and PANDAS. Dr. Antwine discusses his background, which includes emergency and integrative medicine, as well as his personal journey through his daughter's PANDAS diagnosis and recovery. He explains PANS and PANDAS, characterized by infection leading to the immune system attacking parts of the brain, causing severe symptoms like OCD and anxiety. Treatment approaches include addressin...
27 Jun 2025
Crafting Resilience: The Village, Education, and Alternative Paths
Dr. Myiesha Taylor shares her experiences with Dr. Jihan as an African American woman in medicine, emphasizing the role of community and alternative educational paths in fostering resilience.
3 Jun 2025
The Power of Food: Connecting Families and Building Resilience
Katie Kimball discusses how involving children in preparing real food strengthens family connections and cultivates resilience, as told to host Dr. Jihan in this interview.
3 Jun 2025
Raising Resilient Minds: Tips on Mindfulness and Resiliency with Aquilah Ahmad-Johnson
Mindfulness coach Aquilah Ahmad-Johnson discusses cultivating resilience and practicing mindfulness with Dr. Jihan, offering insights on managing stress and anxiety in this interview episode.
3 Jun 2025
Take Back Control: Setting Boundaries and Teaching Responsibility |
Dr. Jihan Abdul Haq explores parenting techniques that involve setting boundaries and teaching responsibility to foster resilience in children, offering insights into effective communication and validation in this interview.
3 Jun 2025
The Road to Resilience: A Conversation with Tamika Carter
Therapist Tamika J. Carter discusses the impact of the pandemic on youth mental health, social skill deficits, and coping strategies for parents in this interview episode.
3 Jun 2025
Empowering Families: Understanding Child Psychology and Advocacy with Dr. Decia Dixon
Child psychologist Dr. Decia Dixon discusses with Dr. Jihan the importance of early intervention, psychoeducational evaluations, and 504/IEP plans for fostering resilience and stability in children, in this interview episode.
3 Jun 2025
Exploring Expressions: Dialogue in Development with Dr. Vladimir Barayev
Host, discusses the power of belief and resilience in children, especially those with special needs, with Dr. Vladimir Barayev, who shares insights for parents, caregivers, and educators in this interview.
3 Jun 2025
Overcoming Anger and People-Pleasing with Nuria McGrath
Emotional freedom coach Nuria McGrath discusses her journey overcoming anger and people-pleasing with Dr. Jihan, highlighting the importance of emotional well-being and resilience in this interview.
3 Jun 2025
Resilience in Action: Lessons on Leadership and Growth with Masood A. Haqq
Masood A. Haqq discusses the importance of fostering resilience in children by equipping them with essential life skills and trusting them to navigate their own paths, in this interview.
3 Jun 2025
Empowering Youth Through Empathy and Mentorship with Dr. Darron Lamkin
Dr. Darron Lamkin discusses empowering youth through resilience, critical thinking, and emotional processing in an interview with Dr. Jihan, highlighting the importance of empathy and mentorship.
3 Jun 2025
Mindful Eating: Understanding Food, Emotions, and Health with Dr. Catherine Toomer
Dr. Catherine Toomer explores the relationship between food, emotions, and health, explaining the science behind medications like Ozempic and Wegovy in this interview episode.
3 Jun 2025
Understanding and Building Resilience: A Conversation with Dr. Jalelah Abdul-Raheem
Dr. Jalelah Abdul-Raheem, a nurse and educator, explores strategies for fostering resilience in children, particularly those with autism, emphasizing proactive approaches and consistency in this interview with Dr. Jihan.
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Dr Myiesha Taylor
Katie Kimball
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Dr Jihan Abdul Haq
Tamika J Carter
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