​​The Sound of Healing: Mindfulness-Based Therapy for Adolescent Mental Health

by Razi Ann Berry | Aug 28, 2025 | 2025 | August, August, Pediatrics

A clinical and creative exploration of how vibrational sound therapies and mindfulness practices can regulate the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and enhance emotional well-being in adolescents. Tanvi Gandhi, ND, L.Ac. Abstract Music communicates non-verbally and...

Clinical Use of Kava in Pediatric PTSD and ODD: A Case Study of Two Siblings

by Razi Ann Berry | Aug 22, 2025 | 2025 | August, August, Pediatrics

Michael Friedman, ND Abstract This case study explores the use of kava (Piper methysticum)and Rauwolfia vomitoria in two siblings with PTSD and ODD in an older child, and PTSD and ADHD in the younger child,  following severe early-life trauma. Under naturopathic...

How We Can Solve The Loneliness Epidemic Among Young People

by Razi Ann Berry | Aug 18, 2025 | 2025 | August, Adolescent Health, August, Pediatrics

Christina Bjorndal, ND  Abstract Social media has connected us like never before—but young people have never felt more alone. In this powerful and deeply personal interview, Dr. Christina Bjorndal, ND, explores the rising epidemic of loneliness among youth,...

Supporting Children’s ENT and Immune Health Through the Oral Microbiome

by Razi Ann Berry | Aug 18, 2025 | 2025 | August, August, Pediatrics

A comprehensive review of how targeted oral probiotics like Streptococcus salivarius K12 support the oral microbiome, improve ENT health, and may offer broader immune benefits in children.* Jamie Oskin, ND, DTBRm, DHANP Abstract Children’s immune resilience is closely...

Natural Treatment of Antibiotic-Resistant URIs in Children

by Razi Ann Berry | Aug 15, 2025 | 2025 | August, August, Oncology, Pediatrics

How naturopathic care helped resolve chronic antibiotic-resistant strep infections and immune dysregulation in a 5-year-old female. Kaitlyn N. Staal, ND, MSAc Abstract This pediatric case involved a history of extensive antibiotic use and recurrent infections,...

A Review of The Assessment and Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescents

by Razi Ann Berry | Aug 13, 2025 | 2025 | August, Adolescent Health, August, Pediatrics

Alexsia Priolo, ND Abstract Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects up to 13% of adolescent girls, but diagnosing and managing it during this developmental stage presents unique challenges. In this in-depth clinical review, Dr. Alexsia Priolo breaks down the updated...