Youth Mental Health with the Northern Trust

Our psychologist Ciara Downes who works with children and young people chats with Ellie. In this episode, we hear from Ellie about her experience of trauma following a life threatening health complication and hospitalisation. Ellie describes what symptoms she noticed in the aftermath of this experience, and how it impacted her life and relationships. Ellie also discusses what helped her to cope. W...

Interesting conversation regarding the challenges of parenting with innovative tips and advice on how to enjoy and embrace the role of parenting positively. Resources suggested include: https://www.parentingni.org/ https://empowernetwork.co.uk/ Home - The Empower Network https://www.familysupportni.gov.uk/ A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions is here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN

Discussion around the impact of everyday life on family dynamics and relationships and top tips on how we can increase conversation and interactions in a fun and interesting way. Resources suggested include: Childhood Trauma and the Brain | UK Trauma Council - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYBUY1kZpf8 Adolescence: Why Parental Presence Is The Key To Success - Attachment Parenting UK https://bit....

Following on from their previous podcast, 'Childhood trauma: What is it and what is the impact?', Karen and Ciara talk about what parents and carers can do to help a child who has experienced trauma. A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions is here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN

Can the trauma of one generation influence the next. Karen and Ciara discuss generational trauma and what can we do about it? A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions is here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN

Karen and Ciara discuss what impact trauma has on children and young people, and describe the various reactions to trauma. A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions is here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN

Bronagh looks back on her experience of an eating disorder, and shares practical advice and thoughts for families going through something similar. A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions is here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN

Carmel discusses meal times for a young person with an eating disorder, exploring the challenges and sharing advice on what can help. A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions is here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN

CBT therapist Stephen Weir shares some thoughts on anxiety, the importance of understanding it, and what a parent can do to help. A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions is here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN

Carmel shares an overview of what an eating disorder can look like in a young person and its impact on a family, along with some practical tips about how to respond. A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions is here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN Resources suggested by Carmel: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Skills-based-Caring-Loved-Eating-Disorder/dp/1138826...

Dr Deirdre Meehan discusses the importance of play, with examples of how children communicate through play, and practical tips for parents and carers. A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions can be found here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN Resources suggested by Deirdre include: https://tavistockandportman.nhs.uk/care-and-treatment/our-clinical-services/watch-me-play/

Dr Mark Johnson discusses caring for a child who has experienced previous early trauma, particularly young people who have then moved into a fostered or adopted family. A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions is here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN

CBT therapist Stephen Weir discusses how Obsessive Compulsive Disorder develops and presents, and how parents can respond. A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions can be found here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN

Dr Deirdre Meehan discusses how parents can think about parental guilt, emotional connection with their child, behaviour as a form of communication, and being rejected by a teen. A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions can be found here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN

James discusses how a parent can react when they are concerned about their young person’s safety. A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions can be found here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN Resources suggested by James include: www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/self-harm/ www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/self-harm/about-self-har...

Bronagh shares practical tips for parents/carers on anger, sleep routines, and building positive experiences in the family. A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions can be found here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN Resources suggested by Bronagh include: https://www.parentingni.org/ https://solihullapproachparenting.com/

Claire shares ideas on how to talk to your young person if you’re worried they are using drugs. A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions can be found here: bit.ly/3n3bnIN Resources suggested by Claire include: www.amazon.co.uk/Say-Why-Drugs-Everything-About/dp/1473686229 https://play.acast.com/s/saywhytodrugs www.alcoholandyouni.com/ www.cannabisandyou.ie/cannabis-and-you.pdf...