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In this episode, Dr Brad Marshall and Dr Huu Kim Le discuss gaming disorder and what you can do to support young people Explore how gaming can compete with sleep, school and family life Recognise how ADHD and other mental health concerns can intersect with gaming Understand why building rapport matters when talking [...]
In Part 2 of this episode, Dr Brad Marshall and Dr Mick Tong discuss how AI and screen use may affect young people’s social and cognitive development:Explore how AI may affect young people’s social and critical-thinking skillsConsider the tensions between school and family expectations around screen useReflect on how educational technology fits into learningRecognise [...]
In this episode, GP Dr Mick Tong explores young people's screen use and its place in education: Weigh technology’s benefits against its impact on learning Consider the role of hands-on experiences in development Hear a GP’s perspective on screen-related concerns Explore screen use, sleep, behaviour and physical symptoms Consider why some schools are [...]
In Part 2 of this episode, Dr Brad Marshall and Meg Tidyman reflect on the changing role of play and technology: Notice where children may need support with social communication Learn how to make space for flexible, unstructured play Understand ways to encourage turn-taking, negotiation and conversation repair Use children’s interests to invite [...]
Join host Dr Brad Marshall as he speaks with Speech Pathologist Meg Tidyman about how screens affect young children’s social connection and the importance of real-world interaction. Explore how screens affect opportunities for communication Consider gaps between concept knowledge and everyday language use Understand how play supports communication and connection Learn how [...]
Join Andrew Fuller as he speaks with Professor Sarah Egan about supporting children and teens experiencing grief and loss. Many children experience the loss of someone significant, yet this is often overlooked Grief in children may show up as anger, behavioural issues, or physical symptoms rather than verbally Ways to promote language that [...]
Join Andrew Fuller as he speaks with Professor Mark Boyes about socioemotional wellbeing and transition to high school for children with language and literacy difficulties. Children with language and literacy difficulties may be more likely to experience mental health challenges Many mental health programs rely on language and literacy to access content, which [...]
Join Andrew Fuller as he chats with guest Brett Lee on internet safety for young people. **CONTENT WARNING** This episode contains discussion and case studies describing disturbing predatory behaviour online. This program has been put together with the utmost care, with the intention of providing useful information to better support the wellbeing of [...]
Join Andrew Fuller as he chats with guest Brett Lee on internet safety for young people. **CONTENT WARNING** This episode contains discussion and case studies describing disturbing predatory behaviour online. This program has been put together with the utmost care, with the intention of providing useful information to better support the wellbeing of young [...]
Join Andrew Fuller as he chats with guest Dr Rachael Sharman on virtual autism and the effects of technology on the human brain in the developing minds of young people. Adolescents and young children in a technology dependent world Is there a link between mental illness and technology? Effects of over-exposure to screen time in [...]
