https://vankrasnovmd.com/resources.html Articles on child and adolescent mental health from Dr. Van Krasnov, a child & adolescent psychiatrist in Santa Monica, CA. en-us Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://vankrasnovmd.com/blog/treatment-philosophy-child-psychiatrist.html https://vankrasnovmd.com/blog/treatment-philosophy-child-psychiatrist.html Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 A collaborative, supportive treatment philosophy that stays true to each child's nature. Learn about a strengths-based approach to child and teen psychiatry focused on autonomy and growth. https://vankrasnovmd.com/blog/what-to-expect-first-visit-child-psychiatrist.html https://vankrasnovmd.com/blog/what-to-expect-first-visit-child-psychiatrist.html Sat, 13 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Learn what parents and teens can expect on their first child psychiatry visit. Understand the intake process, required documentation, and how the initial evaluation works. https://vankrasnovmd.com/blog/should-you-be-always-happy.html https://vankrasnovmd.com/blog/should-you-be-always-happy.html Sat, 16 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Why chasing constant happiness is unrealistic and exhausting. Embracing all emotions—including angst—helps teens and adults build resilience, grow stronger, and find authentic meaning. https://vankrasnovmd.com/blog/how-to-tell-if-teen-is-depressed.html https://vankrasnovmd.com/blog/how-to-tell-if-teen-is-depressed.html Sat, 16 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Learn how parents can recognize signs of depression in teenagers when they don't open up. Practical guidance on observable signs including sleep, appetite, social engagement, and life function. https://vankrasnovmd.com/blog/adhd-and-self-esteem.html https://vankrasnovmd.com/blog/adhd-and-self-esteem.html Sat, 16 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Why chasing constant happiness is unrealistic and exhausting. Embracing all emotions—including angst—helps teens and adults build resilience, grow stronger, and find authentic meaning. https://vankrasnovmd.com/blog/treating-adhd-where-to-begin.html https://vankrasnovmd.com/blog/treating-adhd-where-to-begin.html Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 First-line treatment for ADHD starts with non-pharmacological interventions. Learn practical strategies including structure, movement, environment modifications, sleep hygiene, and positive reinforcement before considering medication.