Youth Mental Health with the Northern Trust
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Trauma: Ellie's Story
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Parenting: Thriving rather than surviving
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Interesting conversation regarding the challenges of parenting with innovative tips and advice on how to enjoy and embrace the role of parenting posit...
Parenting: I miss talking to my child
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Discussion around the impact of everyday life on family dynamics and relationships and top tips on how we can increase conversation and interactions i...
Trauma: Childhood trauma, what is it and what is the impact?
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 g...
Trauma: Trauma through the generations
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Trauma: Childhood trauma - What helps children recover?
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 c...
Eating Disorders: Managing meals, tips for parents and carers
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Eating Disorders: Bronagh's recovery; what she wants you to know
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bronagh looks back on her experience of an eating disorder, and shares practical advice and thoughts for families going through something similar. A ...
Anxiety: What is it and what can help?
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 sur...
Eating Disorders: An introduction for parents and carers
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Play is a serious business
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Deirdre Meehan discusses the importance of play, with examples of how children communicate through play, and practical tips for parents and carers....
Caring for a traumatised child
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Mark Johnson discusses caring for a child who has experienced previous early trauma, particularly young people who have then moved into a fostered ...
Understanding my child with OCD
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
CBT therapist Stephen Weir discusses how Obsessive Compulsive Disorder develops and presents, and how parents can respond. A brief online survey to g...
Is it just bad behaviour?
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Deirdre Meehan discusses how parents can think about parental guilt, emotional connection with their child, behaviour as a form of communication, a...
Self-harm and suicidal thoughts; what can a parent do?
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
My child is struggling, what can I do?
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bronagh shares practical tips for parents/carers on anger, sleep routines, and building positive experiences in the family. A brief online survey ...
Talking to your teen about drugs
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 s...