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Episode 24: Dr. Tommy Tran on ADHD medication
In this episode with Dr Tommy Tran, an experienced paediatrician specialising in ADHD, we will delve into the intricacies of ADHD medication and its potential impact on children. With over 11 years of expertise, Dr...
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Epsiode 23: Managing summer meltdowns
In today’s episode, I’ll explore the challenges of managing children’s behaviour during the summer holidays, emphasising the importance of understanding the underlying reasons for their actions.
I’ll discuss the...
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Episode 22: Preparing for the school year
In this podcast episode, I’m looking ahead and contemplating the upcoming 2024 school year. Reflecting on the lessons learned from managing summer transitions, I share insights on how to prepare for the new academic...
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Episode 21: Importance of Play
Hello there, As I sit here on this public holiday in Australia, just on the brink of the New Year, I want to discuss a topic that’s close to my heart – the significance of play. Today, with families across the country...
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Episode 20: Summer Self-Care for Parents
In this upcoming episode, I’ll be acknowledging the incredible job you’re doing by taking a moment for yourself amid the chaos of family life. Whether you’ll be listening on Christmas Day—like Jens—or any other day,...
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Episode 19: Summer Social Connection
In today’s conversation, I aim to delve into the art of fostering social connections during the summer break, prioritising the cultivation of meaningful relationships over the formal development of social skills or...
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Episode 18: Summer Sensory Activities
Today, I want to share insights into creating sensory-friendly activities for children during the holidays. As a parent of a child with sensory processing differences, I understand how important it is to consider...
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Episode 17: Summer Transitions
In today’s episode, I’ll be delving into the challenges of managing summer transitions for children, especially those with autism or ADHD. I’ll share strategies to help prepare for changes, maintain structure, and...
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Episode 16: Cognitive Assessments
In today’s episode, I’ll delve into the topic of cognitive assessments – a subject that often arises in my conversations with parents. Drawing on my experience as a psychologist, I aim to shed light on the...
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Ep. 15: When writing is hard for kids
As someone deeply immersed in the world of writing, recent experiences with report writing and engaging conversations about memoirs have highlighted the challenges many children with ADHD or autism face when it comes...
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Ep. 14: School Refusal
In today’s episode, I want to discuss school refusal—a complex issue I’ve encountered both as a parent and as a psychologist. School refusal presents in many forms, and it is more common among neurodivergent children...
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Ep. 13: Seeing a GP about mental health with Dr. Shiromi
In today’s special episode, we are joined by Dr Shiromi. With over 15 years of experience in the medical field, Dr Shiromi is a distinguished Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. In...
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