A heartfelt conversation spotlighting mental health, community strength, and the nurturing of local networks. Rebecca and her honest insights lead us through the challenges and joys of enhancing rural life and mental health. Get inspired as we explore how to build a brighter, more supportive tomorrow together.

Dive into the art of non-confrontational communication with Dr. Ender Raghib. Get expert insights on fostering mental wellness in families, dealing with children's emotions, and balancing assertiveness with empathy. Tune in and equip yourself with the tools for building stronger, happier family bonds.

Explore the physiological and intergenerational impacts of trauma, and discover pathways to resilience and healing through a blend of personal stories and expert insights with our guest speaker Laurie Robinson Sammons.

Dive deep with Tiffaney Holm as we unravel the stigma behind mental health and explore proactive strategies for both adults and children. Tiffaney sheds light on harnessing resources for support and the power of opening up. Tune in for an empowering dialogue on mental well-being!

Dive into Gabby Wolf's inspiring story, a BIO Girls participant who transformed from a shy kid to a mentor. In this heartwarming episode, Gabby discusses overcoming school struggles, the impact of mentorship, and paying it forward.

Dive into an insightful conversation on the profound relationship between social media and mental wellness, especially during Mental Health Awareness Month. Discover the balancing act between the benefits and pitfalls of our digital lives in this episode with Dr. David Harari, MD, MSB & Amber Blomberg of BCBS ND!

Laurie Robinson-Sammons has spent 50 years in the education field as a teacher, curriculum specialist, and adjunct university professor of education. In this episode, Laurie spends time helping parents understand and talk about sexual abuse and exploitation.

Steph is the mother of two teenage daughters, now 15 and 17. Kaitlyn has struggled off and on with depression and anxiety since the summer before starting 6th grade. This will focus on the most recent bout fall of 2021 – spring 2022.

For those who struggle with body and eating issues as adults, it’s never too late to shift our mindset and habits, and it will help not only us, but the girls in our lives, lead healthier and happier lives.

As a mental health professional, I am often asked how to manage changes occurring within the family system that are impacting kids.  Although there are a wide variety of changes that can occur (e.g., parental divorce or separation, a move, the birth or adoption of a new sibling) as well as many other things, there are a few tips that are consistently helpful in almost any situation involving change.

Dr. Erin Haugen is a Licensed Psychologist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant. She is joining us again for an episode covering growth mindset and tools to help your teen adopt this mindset when it comes to extracurricular activities.

Dr. Ender Raghib is a Pediatrician and the owner of Pinnacle Health Care. In this episode, Ender covers the topic of technology use in families.

Melissa Dahl is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor at Mindful Healing & Consulting. In this episode, Melissa covers the topic of suicide.

The Weinmann Family episode includes four Weinmann family members. Kaaryn is an Elementary School teacher who is mentoring for her third year with BIO Girls. She’s joined by her three daughters.

Dr. Stephanie Hanson is a Pediatrician. In this episode, Dr. Hanson covers the state of mental health in girls in North Dakota and what she sees in her line of work, how she discovered BIO Girls, and her personal experience with the program.

Dr. Erin Haugen is a Licensed Psychologist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant.  In this episode, Erin covers the topic of high-achieving girls, with tangible takeaways for parents on how to support them.

Jennifer is a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Nurse Midwife at Essentia Health.  In this episode, Jen covers the many connections between nutrition and mental health and shares tips for parents, families, and individuals alike. 

Amanda is a Mental Health Therapist.  In this episode, Amanda covers the mind-body connection and outlines ways to help motivate kids to exercise.

Last week, the CDC released its report from the 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS), which examines health behaviors and experiences among U.S. high school students.

Mental health is just as important as physical health, and the two are actually closely linked. Read about three important strategies to remember when talking to your child about mental health, as well as examples of thoughtful questions to begin conversations.