Media

TELEVISION

2021

KSNV – May 5, 2021
NBC Affiliate, Channel 3 Las Vegas, NV
Americans not getting mental health help needed during pandemic
https://news3lv.com/news/local/study-americans-not-getting-mental-health-help-needed-during-pandemic

KTNV – March 3, 2021
ABC Affiliate, Channel 13 Las Vegas, NV
Opioid use and suicide during Covid-19 prompts plea from police, mental health experts to seek help if needed
https://www.ktnv.com/news/coronavirus/recent-violence-prompts-plea-from-police-mental-health-experts-to-seek-help-if-needed

2020

KCLV – December 24, 2020
Trending Vegas, Channel 2 Las Vegas, NV
Opioid use and suicide during Covid-19
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjDrTFvj3pY

KSNV – November 11, 2020
NBC Affiliate, Channel 3 Las Vegas, NV
Young student’s suicide attempt shows reality of mental health crisis amid pandemic
https://news3lv.com/news/local/young-students-suicide-attempt-shows-reality-of-mental-health-crisis-amid-pandemic

KSNV – October 21, 2020
NBC Affiliate, Channel 3 Las Vegas, NV
The Social Media Divide
https://news3lv.com/news/local/its-hectic-experts-say-social-media-political-arguments-are-ruining-relationships
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfU0RSLaZGc

KVCW – September 3, 2020
The CW Las Vegas, NV
Online Learning During Covid
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwrLboU3AQE
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwrLboU3AQE

KTNV – August 27, 2020
ABC Affiliate, Channel 13 Las Vegas
Ways To Deal With Your Child If You Notice They May Be Struggling With Distress
https://news3lv.com/news/videos/ceo-of-ignite-teen-treatment-talks-child-distress

KTNV – July 1, 2020
ABC Affiliate, Channel 13 Las Vegas
Taking Care Of Mental Health While Dealing With Unemployment Pandemic
https://www.ktnv.com/news/coronavirus/taking-care-of-mental-health-while-dealing-with-unemployment
YouTube: https://youtu.be/oYSR87CPsUA

KTNV – September 24, 2020
ABC Affiliate, Channel 13 Las Vegas
What’s causing uptick in violence on Vegas Strip? Mental health experts explain
https://www.ktnv.com/news/crime/whats-causing-uptick-in-violence-on-vegas-strip-mental-health-experts-explain

KVVU – September 30, 2020
Fox 5 Las Vegas
Ways to prevent suicide
https://www.fox5vegas.com/video/ways-to-prevent-suicide/video_bb2cb601-1fdf-59da-94c7-1e3b499bba34.html
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9MzmJIShq6w

2019

KTNV – September 5, 2019
ABC Affiliate, Action News 13 Las Vegas
School Lockdown Psychology
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qV19b1brqg

KLAS – August 25, 2019
CBS Affiliate, News Now 8 Las Vegas
Teens & Bullying: Signs To Look For And How To Deal With It
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73oMWOWTTPg

KLAS – June 17, 2019
CBS Affiliate, News Now 8 Las Vegas
Avoiding The Summer Slide
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRv-LuCo28s

KLAS – January 3, 2019
CBS Affiliate, News Now 8 Las Vegas
Three Resolutions For Parents In The New Year
https://www.lasvegasnow.com/amp/news/las-vegas-now/three-resolutions-for-parents-in-the-new-year/1685728952
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxmcPnGu4eI

KLAS – November 1, 2018
CBS Affiliate, News Now 8 Las Vegas
New Adolescent Rehab Program Attempts To Improve Mental Health System https://www.lasvegasnow.com/news/local-news/only-on-8-new-adolescent-rehab-program-attempts-to-improve-mental-health-system/1568374923
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=6&v=UCrGG-3XnIQ

2017

Dr. Phil – April 7, 2017
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TtxpKg2AwAY

PRINT & ONLINE ARTICLES

2021

Bustle – August 19, 2021
25 Fun Things to Do When You’re Alone
https://www.bustle.com/wellness/fun-things-to-do-when-youre-alone-besides-watching-tv

Bermuda Parent Magazine – March 11, 2021
Talking So Your Teens Will Listen
https://mybermudaparent.com/talking-so-your-teens/

Apartment Therapy – March 5, 2021
8 Ways Your Home Office Is Making You Less Productive, According to Experts — And How to Fix Them
https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/home-office-mistakes-36885793

Ann Arbor Family Press – March 5, 2021
Talking So Your Teens Will Listen
https://annarborfamily.com/columns/tweens/tips-for-parents/

Good Life Family Magazine – January 25, 2021
Talking So Your Teens Will Listen
https://goodlifefamilymag.com/2021/01/25/talking-so-your-teens-will-listen/

2020

Bustle – November 3, 2020
13 Ways To Deal With Election Stress Tonight
https://www.bustle.com/wellness/193751-ways-to-cope-with-election-stress-as-youre-waiting-for-results

EcoWatch – September 17, 2020
Teen Depression Was Already a Problem; The Pandemic Could Be Making It Worse
https://www.ecowatch.com/teen-suicide-was-already-a-problem-the-pandemic-could-be-making-it-worse-2647696008.html

KTNV.com – July 1, 2020
Vegas Police Make Arrest After Homeless Man Suffers Deadly Injury In $6 Stunt: Psychotherapist Says Social Media Posts Can Have Consequences
https://www.ktnv.com/news/crime/vegas-police-make-arrest-after-homeless-man-suffers-deadly-injury-in-$6-stunt

Nevada Business – March 20, 2020
Elemental Treatment Offers Teletherapy Options
https://www.nevadabusiness.com/2020/03/elemental-treatment-offers-teletherapy-options/

The Jewish Press – March 16, 2020
Learning To Eat Again
https://www.jewishpress.com/indepth/interviews-and-profiles/learning-to-eat-again/2020/03/16/

Nevada Business – April 23, 2020
Ignite Teen Treatment Announces New Outpatient Treatment Program, Gives Help and Comfort for Teens
https://www.nevadabusiness.com/2020/04/ignite-teen-treatment-announces-new-outpatient-treatment-program-gives-help-and-comfort-for-teens/

The Jerusalem Post – April 2, 2020
Coronavirus And Passover: It Doesn’t Have To Be As Bleak As You Fear
https://www.jpost.com/magazine/coronavirus-and-passover-it-doesnt-have-to-be-as-bleak-as-you-fear-623268

2019

Las Vegas Review-Journal – September 16, 2019
Cluster Of Residential Drug Rehabs Upsets Las Vegas Neighbors
https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/cluster-of-residential-drug-rehabs-upsets-las-vegas-neighbors-1849461/

Las Vegas Sun – March 4, 2019
Anatomy Of A Crisis: Understanding Involuntary Hospitalization
https://vegasinc.lasvegassun.com/news/2019/mar/04/anatomy-of-a-crisis-understanding-involuntary-hosp/

Las Vegas Review-Journal – September 16, 2019
Cluster Of Residential Drug Rehabs Upsets Las Vegas Neighbors
https://vegasinc.lasvegassun.com/news/2019/mar/04/anatomy-of-a-crisis-understanding-involuntary-hosp/

2016

In Recovery – November 30, 2016
Helping Teens Harness Their Passion
Print only

Bustle – November 9, 2016
14 Ways To Cope With Post Election Stress
https://www.bustle.com/wellness/194284-ways-to-cope-with-post-election-stress

Bustle – November 8, 2016
13 Ways To Deal With Election Stress Tonight
https://www.bustle.com/wellness/193751-ways-to-cope-with-election-stress-as-youre-waiting-for-results

Bustle – November 8, 2016
15 Interesting Things To Do When You’re Alone
https://www.bustle.com/articles/192722-15-actually-interesting-things-to-do-with-your-evening-alone-besides-watching-tv

Eat This, Not That! – September 7, 2016
33 Tips For Total Confidence: Little Changes Can Lead To A Better Life—One Where Nothing Holds You Back!
https://www.eatthis.com/tips-for-confidence/

2015

Pasadena Now – November 11, 2015
All You Need Is Love: Coping With Teen Addiction
http://www.pasadenanow.com/main/all-you-need-is-love/#.XLC_JehKjIU

TheWrap.com – February 15, 2015
Bobbi Kristina Brown: What Went Wrong – and What Might Save Her: Experts Weigh In
https://www.thewrap.com/bobbi-kristina-brown-what-went-wrong-and-what-might-save-her/

BI-LINED ARTICLES

2021

Health Care Quarterly (Vol. 31: Winter 2021) – Feb 25, 2021
How to Help Teens Choose Mental Health Treatment
https://issuu.com/gmgproduction/docs/2021-02-25_-_health_care_quarterly__vol._31__-_win

2019

LasVegasSun.com – May 23, 2019
When The Morning After Comes
https://vegasinc.lasvegassun.com/news/2019/may/23/when-the-morning-after-comes/

LasVegasSun.com – March 4, 2019
Anatomy Of A Crisis: Understanding Involuntary Hospitalization
https://vegasinc.lasvegassun.com/news/2019/mar/04/anatomy-of-a-crisis-understanding-involuntary-hosp/

Health Care Quarterly – Winter 2019
Anatomy Of A Crisis: Understanding Involuntary Hospitalization
Print only

2018

nefesh.org – December 4, 2018
Are You Experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder?
https://nefesh.org/MindBodyandSoul/are-you-experiencing-seasonal-affective-disorder.html

nefeshsouthmerica.com – September 4, 2018
Fostering Positive Behaviors
https://nefeshsouthamerica.com/MindBodyandSoul/fostering-positive-behaviors.html

The Good Men Project – May 27, 2018
‘Just Save One’ And The Long Life That Follows What Happens When Men Don’t Share Life-Saving Advice–With Themselves?
https://goodmenproject.com/featured-content/just-save-one-and-the-long-life-that-follows-usdc/

The Good Men Project – May 9, 2018
‘Too Manly’ To Ask for Help–Is This Still A Thing For Modern Millennials? From College Boys To Truckers, Men Are Still Reluctant To reach Out When They Need Mental Or Physical Help.
https://goodmenproject.com/featured-content/too-manly-to-ask-for-help-is-this-still-a-thing-for-modern-millennials-usdc/

2017

COLive.com – November 30, 2017
Marijuana Is The Mirage Of Safety
https://www.collive.com/show_news.rtx?id=48372

2016

Step 12 Magazine – May/June 2016
Bath Salts, Plant Food, Jewelry Cleaner: The Latest Designer Drugs Sending Teens
Print only

The Sober World – February 4, 2016
Coping With An Alcoholic Parent
https://www.thesoberworld.com/2016/02/04/coping-alcoholic-parent/

2015

The Sober World – October 1, 2015
Snapchat Isn’t The Only App Teens Use For Cyberbullying
https://www.thesoberworld.com/2016/02/04/coping-alcoholic-parent/

Keys to Recovery – September 18, 2015
Cyberbullying
Print only

Paradigm Magazine – June 4, 2015
Talking to Teens
Print only

In Recovery – June 9, 2015
Helping Teens Harness Their Passion
Print only

The Sober World – May 27, 2015
School’s Out: Summer Survival Tips For Parents Of Teens
https://www.thesoberworld.com/2015/05/27/schools-summer-survival-tips-parents-teens/

BI-LINED BLOGS

2021

Psychology Today – August 21, 2021
The “Open Mic” Solution: Saving communication when talking with a teen gets difficult
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-verge/202108/the-open-mic-solution

Psychology Today – June 29, 2021
What Is the Depth of Trust Between You and Your Teen? Healthy ways to build trust with your teen
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-verge/202106/what-is-the-depth-trust-between-you-and-your-teen

Psychology Today – January 22, 2021
Hope and Faith as a Healing Concept: Don’t block your blessings, spirit faith, and mind over matter
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-verge/202101/hope-and-faith-healing-concept

2020

Psychology Today – November 3, 2020
Eating Disorder At The Intersect of Kosher
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-verge/202011/eating-disorder-the-intersect-kosher

The Jewish Link – November 5, 2020
Not All Eating Disorders Are Created Equal
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-eating-disorders-at-the-intersection-with-kosher-not-all-eating-disorders-are-created-equal/

The Jewish Link – September 22, 2020
Is It Possible To Be Addicted To Your Cell Phone?
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-is-it-possible-to-be-addicted-to-your-cell-phone/

The Jewish Link – September 1, 2020
Six Warning Flags of Common Mental Illness You Might Not Spot In Your Teenager
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-six-warning-flags-of-common-mental-illness-you-might-not-spot-in-your-teenager/

The Jewish Link – August 23, 2020
Defining 5150 And 5585 Legal Holds
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-defining-5150-and-5585-legal-holds/

The Jewish Link – August 3, 2020
The Link Between Teenage Pot Smoking And Adult Depression
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-the-link-between-teenage-pot-smoking-and-adult-depression/

The Jewish Link – July 21, 2020
Overcoming Teen Depression
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-overcoming-teen-depression/

The Jewish Link – July 8, 2020
Keeping Checks On Your Mental Health During The Coronavirus
http://thejewishlink.com/menhttp://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-eleven-must-know-facts-about-drugs-in-high-schools/

The Jewish Link – January 2, 2020
How Does The Influence Of Celebrities Affect Teen Self-Esteem?
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-how-does-the-influence-of-celebrities-affect-teen-self-esteem/
di-baron-keeping-checks-on-your-mental-health-during-the-coronavirus/

The Jewish Link – June 22, 2020
A New Look At Defining And Treating Eating Disorders
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-a-new-look-at-defining-and-treating-eating-disorders/

The Jewish Link – April 24, 2020
Good Things To Remember When Anxiety Hits
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-good-things-to-remember-when-anxiety-hits/

The Jewish Link – February 9, 2020
Eleven Must-Know Facts About Drugs In High Schools
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-eleven-must-know-facts-about-drugs-in-high-schools/

2019

The Jewish Link – December 23, 2019
What Is A Helicopter Parent And How Can It Affect Your Teen?
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-what-is-a-helicopter-parent-and-how-can-it-affect-your-teen/

The Jewish Link – December 4, 2019
Knowing When You Need Help for Anxiety
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-knowing-when-you-need-help-for-anxiety/

The Jewish Link – November 20, 2019
Myths About Xanax Busted
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-myths-about-xanax-busted/

The Jewish Link – November 7, 2019
What Is Oppositional Defiant Disorder?
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-what-is-oppositional-defiant-disorder/

The Jewish Link – October 30, 2019
Six Wellness Tips For Teenagers
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-six-wellness-tips-for-teenagers/

Psychology Today – October 25, 2019
A Dangerous Game Sponsored by Greed: The Lethal Trend Of Teen Vaping.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-verge/201910/dangerous-game-sponsored-greed

The Jewish Link – October 10, 2019
How Do Anti-Depressants Work
http://thejewishlink.com/mendy-baron-how-do-anti-depressants-work/

Psychology Today – October 25, 2019
Addiction
https://www.psychologytoday.com/sg/basics/addiction

The Jewish Link – July 22, 2019
Ignite Treatment Centers
http://thejewishlink.com/22464-2/

The Jewish Link – June 25, 2019
What Is The Selfie Syndrome
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-what-is-the-selfie-syndrome/

The Jewish Link – May 27, 2019
Student Mental Health And Permission To Fail
http://thejewishlink.com/student-mental-health-and-permission-to-fail/

The Jewish Link – April 30, 2019
Michael Phelps Speaks Out About Depression
http://thejewishlink.com/michael-phelps-speaks-out-about-depression/

The Jewish Link – March 31, 2019
When People With Depression Withdraw
http://thejewishlink.com/mendy-baron-when-people-with-depression-withdraw/

The Jewish Link – February 20, 2019
A Hard Look At Parents Dealing With The Drug Deaths Of Their Children
http://thejewishlink.com/mendy-baron-a-hard-look-at-parents-dealing-with-the-drug-deaths-of-their-children/

The Jewish Link – February 2, 2019
CBT Therapy Effective In Controlling Teen OCD
http://thejewishlink.com/mendy-baron-cbt-therapy-affective-in-controlling-teen-ocd/

Psychology Today – February 11, 2019
Helping Teens Regulate: Whether By Calendar Or Coffee Break: Sanity Is A Tough Commodity When You Are A Teen Or Parent
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-verge/201902/helping-teens-regulate-whether-calendar-or-coffee-break

The Jewish Link – January 8, 2019
Is My Teen Really Addicted To Social Media?: Teen Gaming And Social Media Addiction Is No Longer Virtual.
http://thejewishlink.com/mendy-baron-is-my-teen-really-addicted-to-social-media-teen-gaming-and-social-media-addiction-is-no-longer-virtual/

2018

The Jewish Link – December 25, 2018
The Latest On The Dangers Of Vaping And Teens
http://thejewishlink.com/mendy-baron-the-latest-on-the-dangers-of-vaping-and-teens/

The Jewish Link – December 16, 2018
New Concerns About Teens And Marijuana
http://thejewishlink.com/mendy-baron-new-concerns-about-teens-and-marijuana/

The Jewish Link – December 5, 2018
How Animals Are Helping With Teen Depression And Troubled Youth
http://thejewishlink.com/mendy-baron-how-animals-are-helping-with-teen-depression-and-troubled-youth/

Psychology Today – November 2, 2018
The “Horror” of Drug Addiction and Ignoring Mental Health: What messages can teens learn from horror films?
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-verge/201811/the-horror-drug-addiction-and-ignoring-mental-health

Psychology Today – October 24, 2018
The Impact of Addiction and Addictive Substances on Memory: When the high can cause a low.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-verge/201810/the-impact-addiction-and-addictive-substances-memory

The Jewish Link – October 7, 2018
A New Book Tackles Teen Addiction
http://thejewishlink.com/mendy-baron-a-new-book-tackles-teen-addiction/

Psychology Today – September 7, 2018
Helping Your Teen Transition From Summer To School: A Good Plan Of Action Can Go A Long Way.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-verge/201809/helping-your-teen-transition-summer-school

Psychology Today – August 20, 2018
Beyond Self-Care: Tips For Parents Whose Children Are In Recovery.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-verge/201808/beyond-self-care

The Jewish Link – August 27, 2018
You 2.0 The New You Today!
http://thejewishlink.com/mendy-baron-you-2-0-the-new-you-today/

The Jewish Link – August 15, 2018
Inner Audit – Personal Audit To Improve Mental Health
http://thejewishlink.com/inner-audit-personal-audit-to-improve-mental-health/

The Jewish Link – August 6, 2018
Binge Drinking & Your Teen
http://thejewishlink.com/mendi-baron-binge-drinking-your-teen/

Psychology Today – July 24, 2018
Is My Teen Really Addicted To Social Media? Teen Gaming And Social Media Addiction Is No Longer Virtual.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-verge/201807/is-my-teen-really-addicted-social-media

The Jewish Link – June 6, 2018
Before You’re Hooked On L’Chaims
http://thejewishlink.com/before-youre-hooked-on-lchaims/

The Jewish Link – May 29, 2018
Bridging The Gap With Your Teen Or Young Adult
http://thejewishlink.com/bridging-the-gap-with-your-teen-or-young-adult/

The Jewish Link – May 27, 2018
So, You Need Mental Health Or Drug Rehab?
http://thejewishlink.com/so-you-need-mental-health-or-drug-rehab/

RADIO & PODCASTS

2021

KXPT Neon and Beyond with Steph Mackenzie – August 15, 2021
https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/kxpt-neon-and-beyond/ignite-teen-treatment-and-7ypbXflt89r/

“A Positive Podcast” with Raizel Schusterman – January 6, 2021
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/interview-with-mendi-baron-lcsw/id1523691954?i=1000504602984

Insight Treatment – January 4, 2021
KHTS RADIO AM 1220 / FM 98.1 (Santa Clarita, CA)
http://ftp.khtspodcasts.com/insighttreatment-01042021_EDIT.mp3

2020

KNPR – July 16, 2018
The Toll On Teens: Mental Health Experts Say Pandemic Causing Uptick In Depression, Suicides
https://knpr.org/npr-tags/mendi-baron

2014

Live Line with Host Anne Holiday – December 15, 2014
WESB AM 1490

Liz Talks with Host Liz Dalton – December 16, 2014
WGAU RADIO

The Morning Show with Host Chuck Kramer – December 17, 2014
WEAG RADIO

Steve Hexom Show – December 17, 2014
KBUR RADIO

Mary Jane Popp Show – December 17, 2014
KAHI RADIO

Liz Talks Sunday with host Liz Dalton – December 18, 2014
WGAU RADIO

It’s Your Life with Host Tammy Kilcolins – December 22, 2014
WEGP RADIO

Straight Talk with Nick Lawrence – December 23, 2014
WEEU RADIO

Prime Time Live with Steve Bowers – December 23, 2014
WNWS RADIO

2015

Breakfast With Bob with Host Bob Langstaff – January 6, 2015
WAMV RADIO

Shannon’s Corner with Host Shannon Devereaux Sanford – January 6, 2015
WTBQ RADIO

The Neale Steele Show – January 9, 2015
WXGM RADIO

Strategies For Living with Host David McMillen, Ph.D. – January 15, 2015
KEEL AM 710

Just For The Health Of It with Host Suzy Glasscock – January 16, 2015
KOKX RADIO

Kathryn Zox Show – January 28, 2015
Voice America Variety Channel Network

The Let’s Talk Mom Radio Show with Bianca and Philip – January 28, 2015
WGCH RADIO