Scrambled: The Children‘s Mental Health Podcast
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma: Children are impacted by all of these and more. Scrambled: The Children’s Mental Health Podcast is here to normalize talking about mental health and provide listeners with psychoeducation about children’s mental health. Hosted by a former television broadcaster and father alongside a therapist and mom, you will hear relatable discussion, learn about mental health, receive recommendations and tips, and enjoy guest interviews with families who have or are living with childhood mental health issues
Episodes
Chad and Nikki talk with Lynnae Glascock, Pediatric Occupational Therapist, about the many ways that OT’s can help children with activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living.
Nikki and Chad discuss intrusive thoughts...what they are, how to cope with them, and when to seek professional help.
Dawn Whitcomb, a parent who lost a child to suicide, joins Chad and Nikki for a conversation about losing someone to suicide and the work she has done in her community for suicide prevention. We talk about risk factors, warning signs, and resources are also shared.
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In this episode, Chad discusses a five ...
This episode includes discussion of self-harm. We know this can be difficult to hear, so please use your judgment and pause if you need to. Remember, help is available 24/7 by calling or texting 988.
Chad and Nikki talk about self-harm, or non-suicidal self-injury. They talk about causes, warning signs, and actions parents or adults can take if a young person in their life is engaging in self-harming behaviors.
Nikki and Chad discuss how and when to build independent skills at each level of child development. They share their own struggles with this critical but challenging aspect of raising children.
In this episode, both Nikki & Chad talk about a time they blogged about giving their children independence. Read them below: Nikki: https://whereareyourpants.com/2017/04/01/fine-then-ill-hold-my-own-hand/ Chad: https://www.tumblr.com/ch...
Chad and Nikki talk about the concept of peer pressure, how this evolves as we age, as well as guidelines for parents to help their kids navigate the impacts of digital and interpersonal peer pressure during the adolescent years.
Nikki and Chad discuss mental health considerations for parents as their children take important steps toward independence, such as going to sleepovers and starting college.
Nikki and Chad talk with Natasha Daniels, child therapist and parent, about Social Anxiety Disorder across the lifespan, as well as the work Natasha does to help children and families with anxiety disorders.
Joined by returning guest, Leslie Vigor, Director of Social Emotional Learning a the Regional Office of Education, Chad and Nikki learn about Dr. Bruce Perry’s theories related to the brain, stress, trauma, and emotions and how these ideas can help parents and educators better respond to children.
Once again joined by Dr. Jessica Patel, Clinical Psychologist, Nikki and Chad continue the conversation about Autism Spectrum Disorder, with special focus on current research.
Dr. Jessica Patel, Clinical Psychologist, returns to Scrambled to talk with Chad and Nikki about Autism. They discuss the ways that how we define and recognize autism has changed over the years.
Nikki and Chad talk about the habit of grudge holding, what can cause people to hold onto hurts, and strategies for letting go.
Chad and Nikki continue the conversation about depression in kids and families with strategies for recognizing and navigating the symptoms.
Nikki and Chad talk about what depression is, possible causes, and how to recognize it in children and teens. They provide an overview of possible treatments as well as ways to cope if you or a family member is diagnosed.
Return guest Leslie Vigor, parent and social emotional educator, joins Chad and Nikki for a conversation about the impact of screens on kids, with special focus on the incredible value of play for healthy emotional development in childhood.
Leslie Vigor, parent and Social/Emotional Educator, joins Nikki and Chad for a conversation about the risks and benefits of social media for children and teens.
Chad and Nikki talk about “Imposter Syndrome” and how this feeling of inadequacy can occur at any age, as well as what to do if you or your child experiences this when trying something new or challenging.
Nikki and Chad discuss “Misophonia,” a condition where people have an extreme reaction to certain sounds and what to do if you or your child shows signs of this disorder. A special, if not a bit ironic, note about this episode: Nikki got a new device and hadn’t quite figured out all the sound settings before this episode was recorded so there is more background noise than typical. We apologize and will have that all cleaned up befo...
Chad and Nikki welcome special guest, Jackie Martin, to talk about the difference between service dogs, therapy dogs, and emotional support animals and her experience handling a therapy dog in a school setting.
Nikki and Chad discuss what to expect in a therapy session as well as ways to plan for sessions and get the most out of your experience.
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