Changing Minds

Many tweens are obsessed with skin care and are inundated on social media with videos of makeup hauls and other preteens’ “get ready with me” routines. A child and adolescent psychiatrist warns that while the trend has some benefits, it could lead to trouble. News4’s Jummy Olabanji shares what parents need to know.

Psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner says he’s seen lavender pills reduce anxiety in some patients. He spoke with News4’s Eun Yang about what he’s seen so far, including “lavender burps” as a side effect.

If you’re cutting out alcohol in the new year, psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner recommends not keeping it in the house, having a friend keep you accountable and tracking your progress on a calendar. He spoke with News4’s Eun Yang.

Top actress Taraji P. Henson, a native of the D.C. area, is working to address mental health at HBCUs. She spoke with News4’s Tommy McFly about The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation. “If you have a story you need to tell, tell it, because someone needs to hear it,” she said.

Sen. John Fetterman’s openness about his own mental health may help others, psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner told News4’s Eun Yang. “My hope, and what I think I’m seeing, is that over time people are becoming more and more comfortable with sharing their experiences with mental health,” Weiner said.

The holidays can be difficult for many people, including those dealing with loneliness or grief. But others are ready to answer the phone for those in need. News4’s Aimee Cho reports.

Long-term use of ADHD medications may affect cardiovascular health, psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner says a recent study suggests. He spoke with News4’s Eun Yang about what patients should consider and can do.

Having fun can be easier said than done over the holidays, and for many people, family parties are stressful. Psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner spoke with News4’s Eun Yang about his advice, including learning how to say no and set boundaries.

A recently published study looked at the effectiveness of exercise in reducing depression. Psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner breaks down to News4’s Eun Yang what it showed.

A growing number of studies point to the anti-depressant effects of psilocybin, aka psychedelic mushrooms, psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner tells News4’s Eun Yang.

Here’s a look at immigrants’ mental health challenges and which culturally specific resources are available in the D.C. area.

Psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner has suggestions for adults and children on coping with anxiety and fear over the Israel-Hamas war. Start by doubling down on healthy habits like eating well, exercising and sleeping enough, he told News4’s Eun Yang.

Crisis intervention specialists work on Metro trains and buses, and in stations. News4’s Joseph Olmo reports on their work during Suicide Prevention Month.