Menaka Manickaraj

About Menaka Manickaraj

Hi, I'm Dr. Menaka Manickaraj, a pediatric dentist, theater educator, and passionate advocate for child and adolescent mental well-being. With over two decades of experience working with children, I specialize in behavior management, effective communication, and promoting holistic development. I conduct workshops on reducing screen time and its impact on the developing brain, offering evidence-based strategies to create screen-smart families, screen-strong communities, and screen-safe schools. My programs combine neuroscience, parenting, theatr,e and practical tools to empower children and families in today's digital world. Beyond workshops, I run drama and performing arts programs, using theater as a tool to build essential life and social skills in children. I also organize farm camps to reconnect children with nature and foster resilience and creativity.