Best Childhood Bipolar Disorder Podcasts (2025)

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I did her homework and only got a 68 0:38

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Flexible instruction days are nice in theory but they cause a lot of chaos for families! For one on one support at no cost to parents of children with behavior and mental health challenges in PA visit: https://www.paparentandfamilyalliance.org/one-on-one-help Find out more about the PA Parent and Family Alliance and how you can support our work at …

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No One Prepares You For Senior Year (So We Will) 37:14

6d ago37:14

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Senior year hits different when your child struggles. Between IEP meetings, doctors, legal paperwork, and the emotional rollercoaster of “what’s next,” so many parents feel like they’re barely hanging on. This week we talk honestly about the chaos, the questions, and the moments we didn’t see coming—and share what we wish someone had told us sooner…

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021 - Anxiety Disorders of Childhood 49:04

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Let me know what you think! - In this episode Dr. O'Leary delves into the complex world of Pediatric Anxiety Disorders. Learn about Separation Anxiety Disorder, Selective Mutism, Specific Phobias, Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Through clinical vignettes and DSM-5-TR criteria, this episode ex…

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A Doctor in Rwanda's Life with Anxiety | RDID; 117 1:12:27

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Florence Mukangenzi is a doctor in Rwanda who lives with mental health challenges, including anxiety. In 2017, back when she was a medical student, she wrote a beautiful essay for our site called "Playing Hide and Seek with a Demon: My Struggle with Anxiety." In 2019, she flew across oceans to join other women from around the world for a unique wom…

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020A - Pediatric Bipolar vs Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder et. al 1:02:37

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Let me know what you think! - Dr. O'Leary delves into the complex and often controversial topic of diagnosing Pediatric Bipolar Disorder and its differentiation from other conditions, particularly Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD). Dr. O'Leary explores the DSM-5-TR diagnostic framework, the history of Pediatric Bipolar diagnosis, the de…

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Dr. Jeanne Retief discusses Figgi beauty, sexual trauma and anxiety - E89 17:43

20d ago17:43

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Welcome back to another episode of Resilient Minds 365. Today’s guest is Dr. Jeanne Retief. Dr. Jeanne Retief is the founder of Figgi Beauty, a skincare brand designed to offer gentle care for anxious souls with sensitive skin. Inspired by her personal journey with panic disorder, Dr. Retief created Figgi to provide a sense of calm and self-care th…

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We’re Fine. Totally Fine. Probably. 29:20

26d ago29:20

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Storms, screaming kids, no power—and somehow, we’re still standing (barely). This week we're talking about the real chaos of parenting through emergencies, how our kids handle it (spoiler: wildly differently), and why staying calm sometimes means hiding in a closet later. Laugh, relate, and remind yourself you’re doing just fine… probably. For one …

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A Punk Rocker with Bipolar Finds Hope and Healing | RDID; Ep 116 45:53

29d ago45:53

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Jason Schreurs calls himself a “punk rock weirdo”, but he’s also a mental health group facilitator, writer, creator, advocate, podcast host and someone who lives with bipolar disorder. You could say that bipolar and punk come together in a unique and exciting way in Jason’s life and that “scream therapy” (the name of his podcast) is just one of the…

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If You Want a Day Off, You Might Have to Plan It Yourself 31:37

1M ago31:37

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This week we’re talking about what happens when the people who hold the whole family together get a last-minute group text and a wilting plant. From funny fails to heartfelt moments, we open up about why those supposed "special days" can feel complicated and why it’s okay to set expectations, speak up, and even plan your own celebration. Whether yo…

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Rediscovering What Fills Your Cup 28:49

2M ago28:49

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When was the last time you did something just because it made you feel good? This week we talk about finding simple, personal outlets—like painting, baking, journaling, or even making your own laundry detergent—that help manage stress and bring a little peace into the chaos. No pressure, no perfection—just time for you. For one on one support at no…

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A Writer & Therapist with Pure OCD and Anxiety; with Hannah R. Goodman | RDID; Ep 115 47:15

2M ago47:15

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Hannah R. Goodman is busy: she has a Substack, she’s a writer and novelist, she is a therapist, she’s a spouse and a mother. She has a lot going on in her life; and a lot going on in her head, too—as she’s very open about—particularly “pure O” and generalized anxiety disorder. There’s so much going on that it was surprising that she found time to s…

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019 - Depression in Children and Adolescents 25:09

2M ago25:09

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Let me know what you think! - This Episode covers major depressive disorder in children and adolescents. According to the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, content related to depressive disorders constitute 7 to 9 percent of the board exam, so it’s worth a second, third and even fourth look. Again, I will leave you in the competent hands …

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Mama’s Tired: The Mental Load Is Real 28:24

2M ago28:24

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Let’s be honest—parenting is exhausting, and the stress doesn’t disappear when the kids grow up. This week our moms talk about the constant mental load we carry, from managing school calls and family logistics to trying (and sometimes failing) to find time to breathe. We share real talk, practical ways to cope, and a few laughs along the way—becaus…

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018 - Adolescents and Gambling Disorder 35:50

2M ago35:50

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Let me know what you think! - Now that we carry around casinos in our pockets, the rates of gambling disorder among adolescents is skyrocketing. Yet, gambling disorder may be the most under-diagnosed disorder in the DSM. This is an exhaustive treatment of the neurobiological, psychological, and societal aspects of gambling addiction, featuring disc…

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Work, Life, and Self-Care with Bipolar Disorder; with Sheila O’Shea | RDID; Ep 114 43:05

2M ago43:05

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Sheila O'Shea is a writer with bipolar disorder; two of her intriguing and vulnerable personal essays reside on our website, www.oc87recoverydiaries.org. In one of her essays, she writes about the importance of drawing boundaries at work and the other piece is devoted to how she learned she had bipolar disorder. Our podcast interview with Sheila de…

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017 - Substance Use Disorders in Children and Adolescents - An A.I. Generated Overview 33:44

2M ago33:44

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Let me know what you think! - This is a general overview that highlights common features of substance use disorders in youth and discusses in more detail substances like alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, and opioids. It is a curated A.I. generated podcast. Referenced resources can be found within the show transcripts at https://psydactic_caps.buzzsprout…

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Kijuan Amey talks PTSD and Amey Motivation – E88 38:59

3M ago38:59

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Welcome back to another episode of Resilient Minds 365. Today's guest is Kijuuan Amey. Kijuan Amey, the visionary behind Amey Motivation, hails from Durham, NC, where his journey of resilience and success began. After graduating from Southern High School, he dedicated a decade of his life to the US Air Force, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant as…

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Kindness is a Powerful Choice; with Dr. Erica Harris | RDID; Ep 113 48:22

3M ago48:22

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Erica Harris is an emergency physician at Einstein Hospital, and she also serves on the Board of Directors of Recovery Diaries. Our "Recovery Diaries in Depth" interview with Dr. Harris is a wide-ranging, empathic conversation that you will be sure to want to hear. Dr. Harris's experiences working in emergency medicine, surviving the trauma of COVI…

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Navigating Sibling Dynamics 32:30

3M ago32:30

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When one child in the family has mental health or behavioral challenges, it affects everyone—including their siblings. How do you balance attention, make sure no one feels left out, and manage the unique sibling dynamics that come with raising a child who needs more? This week we get real about the challenges, share personal stories, and offer idea…

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Steven Perkins discusses Childhood grief and depression – E87 38:59

3M ago38:59

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Steven Perkins is an innovative entrepreneur dedicated to empowering individuals through education and mentorship. As the founder of ReemHub, a platform offering free self-help courses and financial literacy guidance, Steven simplifies complex concepts to help others achieve financial freedom and personal growth. With expertise in credit repair, af…

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016 - Developmental Coordination Disorder 21:29

3M ago21:29

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Let me know what you think! - This episode delves into the epidemiology, neurobiology, and differential diagnosis of Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), including its frequent co-occurrence with autism intellectual developmental disorder or ADHD, and stresses the importance of occupational and physical therapies to improve outcomes, highligh…

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015 - ADHD - Etiology, Epidemiology, and Differential Diagnosis 25:45

3M ago25:45

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Let me know what you think! - Enjoy today’s A.I. generated discussion of ADHD etiology, epidemiology, and diagnosis. Referenced resources can be found within the show transcripts at https://psydactic_caps.buzzsprout.com Referenced resources can be found within the show transcripts at https://psydactic_caps.buzzsprout.com Feedback can be emailed to …

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Surviving Childhood Abuse & Trauma with Morrene Hauser | RDID; Ep 112 1:00:41

3M ago1:00:41

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Child sexual abuse and trauma, particularly at the hands of family members, is often called "unspeakable" and yet Morrene Hauser is breaking silence and shattering taboo by doing just that. She is determined to not allow shame and stigma to force her into being quiet. What Morrene endured growing up is unfathomable to most people and yet, at nearly…

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014 - Autism Spectrum Disorder an A.I's Differential Diagnosis 20:07

3M ago20:07

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Let me know what you think! - Dr. O'Leary tries something new by feeding an artificial intelligence a series of peer reviewed papers about autism spectrum disorder and having it generate an audio discussion of the content. This episode focusses on the differential diagnosis of ASD and how to rule out other neurodevelopmental disorders and even OCD …

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Parenting Battles 29:01

3M ago29:01

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What happens when you and your partner don’t see eye to eye on parenting? From discipline styles to daily decisions, disagreements are inevitable—but they don’t have to lead to all-out war. In this episode, we get real about handling parenting conflicts, finding middle ground, and managing the frustration of feeling like you’re in it alone. Tune in…

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Episode 6 – The Neuroscience of Aging; What is it? And how we can do it better? 1:05:07

3M ago1:05:07

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In this sixth and final conversation, host Dr. Daniel Weinberger and co-host Ryan Cummins explore the science of aging—what it means at a cellular level and how it shapes our cognition, resilience, and vitality. They discuss the biological underpinnings of aging, including how our genes and environment interact to influence the process, why some br…

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Filmmaking, Friendships, and Autism with Reed Smith | RDID; Ep 111 51:58

4M ago51:58

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Reed Smith is a man of many talents, skills, abilities, and interests. He is a filmmaker, a screenwriter, a podcast host, and a creative, talented man. He is also living with autism. Recovery Diaries is committed to featuring a diverse array of autism spectrum stories, and Reed's journey is exciting and engaging, as you will see in this latest epis…

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A Fireside chat with Prophet Meshach Harvey - E86 48:29

4M ago48:29

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Meshach Harvey, also known as Shy-L7, comes from a deeply musical family. He has been playing music since the age of four. His father founded the legendary Canadian reggae bands Messenjah and Crack of Dawn. His uncle played for the iconic Jamaican reggae group Toots and the Maytals. Music runs in the family—his sister is an incredible folk singer, …

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013 - Communication, Language, and Fluency Disorders of Development 17:47

4M ago17:47

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Let me know what you think! - This episode focuses on communication disorders in children, specifically language, speech sound, fluency, and social communication disorders. It differentiates these disorders through case vignettes, comparing and contrasting DSM-5 TR criteria, and highlighting key features of each disorder. Language Disorder is chara…

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012 - Intellectual Disability 18:30

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Let me know what you think! - This episode begins with a case vignette about a 7-year-old boy, Tommy, who exhibits global developmental delays and impaired adaptive functioning. Dr. O'Leary explores the DSM-5 criteria for ID, emphasizing deficits in intellectual functions and adaptive functioning during the developmental period. Severity levels are…

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What Would AI Ask? Mental Health, Suicide Prevention, and More with Gabriel Nathan & Chat GPT! | RDID; Ep 110 40:08

4M ago40:08

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What do you do when you've got to record a podcast episode but your guest cancels last minute due to COVID? You interview Chat GPT, of course! Or... maybe it's Chat GPT interviewing Recovery Diaries in Depth's host Gabriel Nathan. Either way, you get a fascinating episode where Gabe fields AI-generated questions about mental health storytelling, ad…

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Chaos, Creativity, and Keeping It Together 28:33

4M ago28:33

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What happens when snow days turn into “Flexible Instruction Days”? In this episode, we dive into the highs, lows, and downright hilarious moments of balancing work, kids, and packets of schoolwork. From creative ways to make learning happen (cooking French toast counts as math, right?) to real talk about managing IEPs and 504 plans during these cha…

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Creating Mental Health Stories in Conversation with Laura Farrell | RDID, Ep 109 54:08

5M ago54:08

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It seems only fitting, as the New Year begins, that we take a little look back-- not just at 2024, but at the beginnings of this entire mental health storytelling organization. So we cordially invite you to sit back, get in a comfy, meditation-esque position and join Recovery Diaries Executive Director Gabriel Nathan and writer, editor, RDID produc…

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011 - Behaviorism, Operant Conditioning and Positive Psychology 17:23

5M ago17:23

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Let me know what you think! - In the last episode, I introduced behaviorism, which took a strikingly different approach to human learning and development by basically assuming that everything we are on the inside is somehow learned from the environment, except for some of the most basic things we need for survival. Our inner life and the reasons we…

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010 - Behaviorism and Classical Conditioning 22:16

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Let me know what you think! - I have so far discussed some of the early psychosexual, psychosocial and cognitive approaches to child development, but I would be remiss if I did not also mention a group of theorists who attempted to study humanity by completely ignoring the fact that they have thoughts and emotions. The behavioralists tried to simpl…

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009 - Temperament - Part 2 - Gray, Rothbart, Kagan, Eisenberg, Schermerhorn and Bates 22:17

5M ago22:17

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Let me know what you think! - In episode 8, I started discussing temperament theory with an introduction to Alexander Thomas and Stella Chess. They first developed a temperamental formulation by following 141 children longitudinally and proposed 9 dimensions of temperament that can be reduced to three basic categories: Easy, Difficult, or Slow-to-w…

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George P Brooks discusses bipolar and Metta Association – E84 22:56

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George P Brooks is a mental health advocate, public speaker, writer and CEO. George has been living with a mental illness since age seven. He has lived through abuse, weight loss surgery, childhood obesity, health issues and addiction. George has experience raising a son with mental illness and has lived through divorcee trauma and custody battles.…

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Episode 5 - Understanding Mood Disorders: Depression, Bipolar, and Hypomania 58:21

5M ago58:21

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In this fifth of six conversations, host Dr. Daniel Weinberger and co-host Ryan Cummins unravel the complexities of mood disorders, focusing on depression, bipolar disorder, and hypomania. They explore the spectrum of these conditions, their biological and genetic underpinnings, and the intricate dance between genes and environment in shaping mood.…

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008 - Temperament - Part 1 - Alexander Thomas and Stella Chess 23:12

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Let me know what you think! - While it may seem quaint today, the radical contribution that Alexander Thomas and Stella Chess made to child development was to look at children as unique individuals with very different innate approaches to the world that were present at birth. While processes like attachment and their psychosocial context help to de…

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Suicidality and OCD: A Writer and Actor Finds Her Voice with Rebecca Wei Hsieh | RDID, Ep 108 49:36

5M ago49:36

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Rebecca Wei Hsieh finds her voice, writing about suicidality and OCD in her personal essay, "Now What?: Suicidality and Planning for an Uncertain Present". She wrote it several years ago, when she was at the very beginning of her career, coping with family relationships she deemed "fractured" and it seemed like the future was impossible to plan. In…

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007 - Attachment Theory and Parenting Styles 36:09

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Let me know what you think! - Attachment theory began when John Bowlby rebelled from the psychoanalytic establishment by, for the first time, observing families interacting in order to understand individuals. Bowlby was later joined by Mary Ainsworth who developed on of the most iconic clinical tools in the history of child psychology: The Strange …

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Flexible instruction days, Christmas Chaos, and Hot Mess Realities. 26:48

6M ago26:48

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It’s the holiday season, and we’re diving into the real-life chaos of parenting while trying to manage Flexible Instruction madness, holiday prep, and everything in between. From kids refusing to do packets to mismatched socks for spirit week, we’re sharing the behind-the-scenes mayhem. We talk about setting realistic expectations, finding small mo…

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A Doctor with OCD Advocates, Treats, and Thrives; with Dr. Rachel A Davis | RDID Ep. 107 49:09

6M ago49:09

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What if the very challenges that seem to hold us back are actually the keys to our success? Join us as we uncover this possibility with Dr. Rachel A. Davis, a psychiatrist and medical director who turns her personal journey with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) into a source of strength and empathy in her professional life. Rachel shares the tra…

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How about some bad parenting advice? 50:26

6M ago50:26

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We’ve all heard it—unsolicited advice from family, friends, and even strangers that ranges from mildly annoying to downright harmful. In this episode, we break down some of the worst parenting advice we’ve received and share how these misconceptions can block us from getting the help our kids truly need. We’ll also give you a few cheeky phrases to …

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006 - Erik Erickson's Psychosocial Model of Development 30:45

6M ago30:45

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Let me know what you think! - Erik Erikson's psychosocial theory of development focuses on the social and emotional aspects of human growth. A child’s cognitive development underlies what Erikson describes and arguably, without the cognitive skills described by Piaget, the psychosocial stages that Erikson describes would not be possible. Erikson's …

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A College Professor Breaks Mental Health Stigma with Peter Leman | RDID Ep. 106 56:46

6M ago56:46

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What happens when a professor decides to break the silence on mental health within their academic community? Peter Leman, a writer and English professor from Utah, joins us to share his courageous journey of speaking openly about his struggles with depression and anxiety. His heartfelt essay not only resonated with many but sparked a movement towar…

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005 - Piaget and Cognitive Development 29:19

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Let me know what you think! - Jean Piaget's description of cognitive development is markedly different from psychosexual and psychoanalytic approaches. He was concerned primarily with cognitive abilities. Instead of basically just making up a complex inner life and mode of relating to mommy’s breast, he described the kinds of cognitive tasks childr…

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From Meal Planning to Meltdowns: Tackling Decision Overload 39:01

7M ago39:01

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We talked about the book and cards called Fair Play Life. If you check it out let us know what you think. For one on one support at no cost to parents of children with behavior and mental health challenges in PA visit: https://www.paparentandfamilyalliance.org/one-on-one-help Find out more about the PA Parent and Family Alliance and how you can sup…

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004 - Psychosexual Approaches to Development - Anna Freud, Klein, and Mahler 24:09

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Let me know what you think! - Following Freud, there were many researchers trying to make sense of child development using his psychosexual approach as a framework. Among those that adopted the psychoanalytic approach was his daughter, Anna Freud, who has been called “the mother of child psychoanalysis.” Other mothers include the developers of Obje…

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003 - Psychosexual Approaches to Child Development: Freud the elder 13:33

7M ago13:33

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Let me know what you think! - Sigmund Freud's psychosexual approach proposes that human development unfolds in a series of stages, each focused on a different erogenous zone. Successful resolution of conflicts in each stage is crucial for healthy personality development. Dr. O'Leary gives a brief breakdown of Freud's psychosexual stages. Referenced…

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