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In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Dr. Scott Kolbaba joins the host to discuss his extensive experience in treating depression, particularly among adolescent girls. Dr. Kolbaba highlights his medical career, working at Northwestern Medicine's Adolescent Psych Unit, and his journey, which led him to write the book 'Clara's Magic Garden.' The conversation covers the importance of finding purpose as a critical element in treating and preventing depression, the impact of social media, academic pressure, and family dynamics on mental health, and practical advice for parents and guardians in supporting their children's mental well-being. Dr. Kolbaba also shares inspiring stories, such as Kevin Hines' survival from a suicide attempt, illustrating the potential for recovery and purpose. He emphasizes the role of parents in helping children discover their passions and the need for open communication and support.\nScott Kolbaba, M.D., has been an internal medicine specialist for more than 45 years and is passionate about helping young people cope, survive, and thrive in chaotic modern times.\nAs a physician in the Northwestern Medicine adolescent psychiatric unit, he has seen the increase in suicide and depression that affects teens post-COVID. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of young women who contemplate suicide has doubled since the COVID-19 pandemic. Nearly 57% of U.S. teen girls felt persistently sad or hopeless in 2021 \u2014 double that of boys, representing an almost 60% increase and the highest level reported over the last decade. Nearly 30% of teen girls seriously considered attempting suicide.\nFind Dr. Kolbaba's work online: http://ClarasMagicGardenBook.com\nTimestamps:\n04:22 Introduction and Guest Welcome\n04:34 Dr. Scott's Background and Interests\n05:56 The Epidemic of Depression\n09:42 Signs and Symptoms of Depression\n12:41 Gender Differences in Depression\n13:47 Social Media and Its Impact\n16:39 Academic and Home Pressures\n23:01 Navigating Social Media Challenges\n26:04 The Power of Walking and Talking with Kids\n26:46 Challenges of Modern Parenting\n27:09 Peer Pressure and Screen Time\n28:57 The Importance of Purpose in Mental Health\n30:17 Finding and Supporting a Child's Passion\n31:14 Personal Anecdotes on Passion and Purpose\n32:25 Encouraging Children to Pursue Their Interests\n33:23 Kevin Hines' Story: A Journey to Finding Purpose\n36:47 The Role of Parents in Developing Purpose\n38:09 Exploring Passions and Overcoming Comparisons\n40:49 The Importance of Parental Purpose\n41:36 Addressing ADHD and Purpose\n42:51 Spiritual Connections and Higher Purpose\n45:15 Final Thoughts and Encouragement\n46:18 Where to Find More Information\n\nSponsors of the Podcast:\n\nBetterHelp: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://betterhelp.com/ez10\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\xa0for 10% off your first month of therapy\n\nWeShape: https://weshape.postaffiliatepro.com/scripts/dcfogwyuk?a_aid=FurkhanDandia&a_bid=d7508fa8 for 35% all plans.\n\nAura: https://aura.com/ez10 for a free two-week trial\n\nPlunge: https://plunge.com/ez\n\nMint Mobile: \u2060https://trymintmobile.com/ez10\u2060 for 15$ for an unlimited cell phone plan\n\nWe Are Wild for 25% off your first order: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://zen.ai/EZ23\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\nIf you would like to support EZ Conversations, here are all the ways you can do that:\n\nInstagram\u2060\u2060:\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.instagram.com/eunoiazen\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\u2060\u2060Facebook\u2060\u2060: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://m.facebook.com/eunoiazen\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060 \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\nYouTube\u2060\u2060: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrqBp_zdRiIfBRV4wURSZ2A\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\nLinkedIn: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.linkedin.com/in/furkhan-dandia-macp-mba-072a8a1ba/\u2060\n\nPatreon: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060patreon.com/EzConversations\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices