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🛡️ New Executive Order: Implications for Youth Mental Health
On July 24, 2025, a new Executive Order was issued that expands civil commitment and institutionalization for individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or housing instability. While framed as a public safety measure, this policy could have serious consequences for children, adolescents, and young adults—especially those already vulnerable to trauma or psychiatric crisis. In this post, Dr. Marie Akers of SHIELD Psychiatry explores what this shift means for families, providers, and the future of youth mental health care.
🛡️ What Are ACEs — And Why Childhood Trauma Impacts Lifelong Health
What Are ACEs? Understanding Childhood Trauma and Its Lasting Effects | SHIELD Psychiatry
CBT-I: Helping Young Minds Sleep Stronger, Live Brighter
Struggling with sleep isn’t just an adult problem. At SHIELD Psychiatry, we help children, teens, and young adults reclaim restful nights through CBT-I—an evidence-based therapy proven to treat insomnia without medication. Learn how our telehealth approach uses behavioral strategies, cognitive tools, and compassionate care to restore sleep and strengthen mental health.
Welcome to Shield Psychiatry: A New Era in Child & Adolescent Mental Health Care
SHIELD Psychiatry provides pediatric telepsychiatry for ages 5-25 in Florida, including ADHD, autism, anxiety, and depression treatment from home. We emphasize culturally competent care, ensuring all families feel valued. Our dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioners deliver high-quality, accessible services. Experience compassionate, expert care at SHIELD Psychiatry—your child's mental health matters.
Parental Support: Navigating the Challenges of Raising a Child with Mental Health Needs
Parental support plays a vital role in children's emotional and psychological development. Parents can help cultivate their children's resilience, self-esteem, and independence by creating a nurturing environment.