More or Less Medication for Kids? With Dr. Denny King

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In this important and nuanced conversation, we sit down with Dr. Denny King to tackle a question many parents, pastors, and Christian leaders are quietly wrestling with: When is too much medication a thing for kids… and when is too little actually the greater risk?

From ADHD and anxiety to mood struggles and behavioral concerns, medication in children can feel confusing, emotional, and even spiritual. Are we over-medicating? Are we under-treating? Is taking medication a lack of faith — or could it be wise stewardship of the mind and body God has entrusted to us?

In this episode, we explore:

• How to discern the appropriate use of medication in children
• Common myths and fears Christian families carry
• The role of faith, wisdom, and medical science working together
• How to think about medication without shame, stigma, or simplistic answers

This conversation is thoughtful, balanced, and deeply practical — offering clarity for parents who want to lead with both conviction and compassion.

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Disclaimer: The views expressed by Dr. King in this episode reflect his own opinions and those of Kindred Family Care, and do not represent the views of Case Western Reserve University.

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