The Present Father's Podcast #72 Dr. ARJUN NANDA | The Importance of Play and Mental Health
Dr. Arjun Nanda is a husband and father and he is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist currently working at Monterey County Behavioral health, where he serves as Medical Team Lead of the Children's System of Care. He also consults for startups in the mental health spaces providing clinical expertise.
He completed his residency at Case Western Reserve University - Metrohealth and child psychiatry fellowship at the University of Southern California, where he served as chief fellow.
In this episode he shares insights on ADHD, parenting, and mental health. He emphasizes the importance of play and joy in father-child relationships and recommends books for dads. He also discusses the impact of discipline and the role of fathers in creating a safe and supportive environment for children.