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Julie Yonker

Professor and Public Health Department Chair at Calvin University, teaching psychology, gender studies, and public health. Her research background includes teratology, cognitive and experimental psychology, and substance abuse.

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Nov 6, 2024 • 33min

Dr. Julie Yonker on Mental Health for Boys vs. Girls

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Julie Yonker, a devoted educator in psychology and public health at Calvin University, explores the differences in mental health between boys and girls. She highlights how girls often internalize their struggles, leading to anxiety, while boys might externalize through irritability. The discussion emphasizes tailored approaches for treatment, recognizing behavioral changes, and the need for ongoing emotional resilience tools. Dr. Yonker also shares valuable online resources for parents and teens to navigate mental health challenges effectively.