Dr. Robert Findling is Chair of the Department of Psychiatry at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. Here he discusses recent advances in pediatric mental health, including his own research on aggression and schizophrenia in young people. Dr. Findling also shares his thoughts on the crisis of teen suicide, the lingering impact of COVID-19 on children’s mental health, and the need for early and collaborative interventions.00:00 Introduction00:46 Clinical and Research Journey02:56 Aggression with impulsivity and reactivity (AIR)06:48 Precision Pediatric Psychiatry15:34 Schizophrenia20:31 Teen Suicide25:09 Role of Schools and Primary Care30:58 Loneliness Epidemic Among Children32:32 Improving Access to Pediatric Mental Health Care40:00 Bipolar Disorder43:24 Future Research and Hope for Young Patients45:11 Conclusion: Importance of Early InterventionVisit our website for more insights on psychiatry.Podcast producer: Jon Earle