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Allina Health psychologist discusses how social media impacts teens and their understanding of mental health

[WCCO Radio, May 14, 2024] Allina Health psychologist David Nathan, PsyD, LP joined Chris Egert on WCCO Radio to talk about teens, social media and mental health. Listen to the interview below, as Dr. Nathan explains how social media can be helpful, but also cause confusion when it comes to teens seeking information about their mental health.


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[QCTV, April 08, 2024]   Allina Health Emergency Medical Services is one of the largest ambulance and medical transport teams serving Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Take a look at what it's like to work for Allina Health EMS
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[WCCO Radio, April 05, 2024]   Floatation therapy made it to the headlines, after the Washington Post published an article about how it’s being used to help people with anxiety and eating disorders. WCCO Radio reached out to Allina Health psychologist David Nathan, PsyD LP to learn more about it.
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[Allina Health Newsroom, March 27, 2024]   In 2020, Allina Health earmarked $30 million for projects that address social determinants of health. The Midwell apartments near Allina Commons is the first brick-and-mortar result.
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[WCCO, March 26, 2024]   Not everyone is able to hop on a plane for spring break, but you can still create meaningful memories with your family.
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[Allina Health Newsroom, March 22, 2024]   Allina Health is pleased to share this edition of All Together Better magazine which highlights some of the organization's bright spots from the first quarter of 2024.
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[KARE 11, March 20, 2024]   Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute held a power soccer clinic to give the community a closer look at all of the phone. KARE 11 filmed part of it.
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[Allina Health Newsroom, March 19, 2024]   Every time the Minnesota United (MNUFC) take the field at Allianz Field this season, it’s a win for one group of teens and their mission to increase exposure and access to healthy food.
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[Fox 9 News, March 19, 2024]   Sarah Paper, LP, PsyD, an Allina Health psychologist, says girls indulging in skin care routines they see on social media could be considered self-care, but it can also morph into prioritizing physical beauty and financial status at an early age. She discussed the topic on FOX9 News.
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