Ask Dr. Nandi

- Season 3

(2012)

We all want our kids to be happy and have the best life possible. But how can parents make sure that they are doing the right things for their children? Dr. Nandi discusses aspects that can affect the happiness and health of children and parents alike. Christine Carter, Ph.D. Sociologist and Happiness Expert, and Zoy Patautas, a Pediatrician, join Dr. Nandi in addressing the concerns and issued that are faced by many different parents from all walks of life.

In the past ten years, there have been big changes in how patients are cared for. But where do you begin? Are you really protected and well taken care of? Dr. Nandi breaks down what really goes on in medical care. Guest Dylan Roby, Ph.D. Director for UCLA Center for Health Policy Research joins in to address the change to medical care policy and how to get the best treatment possible. Actress Alicia Cole shares her journey from surviving Hospital-Acquired Flesh-eating Disease to becoming a Patient Safety Advocate. This show will teach you how to advocate for yourself,...

While dyslexia is one of the most common learning disabilities, it is also one of the least understood by parents and educators. How does a child's brain with dyslexia function? How can you look for the signs in your child? Dr. Nandi invites various teachers and mothers to talk about their experience with dyslexic children in the education system, as well as a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of it. In this inspiring episode, you learn all about the benefits and success of dyslexic people as well.

Dr. Nandi dives deep into the controversial topic of discrimination with a powerful group of guests. He is joined by Dr. Christine Carter, a sociologist and Dr. Gail Parker, a psychologist. Also, Mike Ellison, an incredibly talented Ethiopian born Detroiter performs a powerful and passionate poem, "Mezeker Means to Remember".

Countless people are injured while serving in the military, but do they get the get the care they need when they return home? Supposedly, anyone who served and was hurt is supposed to be taken care of, but with the lack of organization and ability to treat so many people, veterans often do not receive the medical care that they need. On this eye-opening episode, Dr. Nandi addresses the serious issue of Veteran health care, with testimonials from veterans and advocates who are trying to charge the system.

Getting an HIV diagnosis used to be a death sentence, but now with new medications and research, it is entirely possible to live a long and healthy life with HIV. Dr. Nandi is joined by Dr. Lisa Fitzpatrick, a CDC trained Infectious Disease Physician, to address the rapidly developing treatments for HIV. Even though medicine has advanced, there is still a serious stigma that comes along with having HIV. Several guests discuss their experience being outcast because of their diagnosis, and how it is being combated.

Our climate has been changing rapidly, and there is much research and talk about how it's affecting our environment. But we too are a part of the ecology of earth, and how does global warming affect our health? Are we at risk? Dr. Nandi is joined by Dr. Jennifer Vanos from Texas Tech University, as well as other experts, to talk about the dangerous factors of global warming that could affect your health.

Childhood obesity is a staggering issue globally. But getting kids active and kicking junk food can be a huge challenge. How can you make fitness fun for the whole family? Find out as Dr. Nandi is joined by The Biggest Loser celebrities, personal training expert Brett Hoebel, and his counterpart and chef Devin Alexander. Dr. Nandi and guests make working out a party, and healthy eating a tasty and exciting endeavor.

The Cultivation of Happiness sounds like a dream. So, Dr. Nandi, MD decided to explore this topic because despite what fairy tales depict, happiness doesn't appear by magic. It's not even something that happens to you. It's something you can cultivate. Neuropsychologist and New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Rick Hanson, joins Dr. Nandi to discuss ways to find happiness.

Everyone knows what fear feels like. We all experience it at some point in life. But what happens when fear starts impacting you every day? It can be a challenging obstacle both emotionally and physically. Dr. Nandi and special guest Dr. Rick Hanson, Neuropsychologist and author of Hardwiring Happiness, discuss the root of fear, and how it can be overcome.

Modern medicine can be used for many different ailments. But what happens when it fails, or you want to explore alternatives? Can we really cure illness with our mind? The human brain is vastly complex and there is so much we do not yet understand. On this fascinating episode, Dr. Nandi invites Dr. Rick Hanson, a neuropsychologist and author of Hardwiring Happiness, to explore alternative styles of physical healing through the mind. A truly inspiring show.