Available for Interviews: Dr. Pete Loper
Dr. Pete Loper, MD, MSEd, FAAP, is a triple board-certified physician in pediatrics, psychiatry, and child psychiatry. He is also a professor and executive coach and is dedicated to mental health and wellness advocacy.
What Dr. Loper could say on
Supporting the Mental Well-being of Loved Ones:
We need better strategies and tools to support best our loved ones who may be experiencing mental health challenges. Here are five ways we can help:
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- The best way to support someone living with a mental illness is to be fully present, engaged, and available for them.
- The concept of “befriending,” or engaging in consistent, meaningful interpersonal interactions, is an evidence-based intervention to support those with mental illness, particularly those suffering from depression.
- Continue reading “5 Ways to Best Support the Mental Health of a Loved One”