Understanding Teen Minds
Understanding Teen Minds
Dr Nihara Krause for stem4
stem4’s mental health podcast, Understanding Teen Minds, aims to provide insights on the world of teenage mental health, looking at everything from signs and symptoms to early intervention. Drawing on the extensive knowledge and experience of Dr. Nihara Krause (Consultant Clinical Psychologist and founder of stem4—a teenage mental health charity), along with stem4’s evidence-based resources and apps, we hope this podcast will be a useful tool and support for health professionals, education professionals and parents. Further (free) resources for young people, parents, and professionals, along with information on stem4’s apps: stem4.org.uk GP/Nurse-specific resources: stem4.org.uk/for-health-professionals/ All our past episodes: stem4.org.uk/podcasts/ Anything you’d like to see covered in a future episode? Please email us at [email protected] Follow stem4 on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and TikTok at @stem4org for practical tips and guidance Sign up to our monthly newsletter: stem4.org.uk/newsletter/ Registered Charity No 1144506 Credits: Podcast Editor Cameron Nesbitt, Podcast Intro Season 2 Rebecca Hunt
Building Self-Esteem in Girls and Young Women, for Parents/Carers
Positive self-esteem can be built by anyone at any age. In this 20 minute episode, Dr Krause looks at factors impacting the self-esteem of girls and young women today and how parents and carers can be instrumental in building a foundation of positive self-worth.
Aug 5, 2024
21 min
The Impact of Social Media on Youth Mental Health - What is Media Literacy?
Being 'media literate' online is fundamental to how young people act as consumers and digital citizens. Dr Krause gives a brief introduction to media literacy and its impact on our young people's mental health.
Jan 26, 2024
10 min
Movember Episode! How do we get boys and young men to open up? For Parents/Carers
In this episode Dr Krause examines how we can engage with our boys and young men whilst building emotional tools to live happy lives.
Nov 16, 2023
14 min
Dr Krause Talks About Emotionally Based School Avoidance, for Parents/Carers
School avoidance has become more prevalent in recent years and can be a very difficult experience for families to navigate. Dr Krause looks at possible causes and ideas to help you support your young person.
Oct 6, 2023
27 min
Dr Krause's Back to School Tips, for Parents/Carers
A short episode with some quick tips from Dr Krause to help get your young people back into routine and calmly back to school.
Sep 1, 2023
3 min
Assessment and Management of Anxiety in Primary Care, for GPs and Nurses
This episode aims to support GPs and nurses as they assess and refer young people with anxiety and other related conditions.
Jul 4, 2023
16 min
Helping Your Young Person to Manage their Anxiety, for Parents/Carers
This episode takes a look at the signs and symptoms of anxiety and aims to help parents understand what they can do to help their young person manage these.
May 17, 2023
19 min
The Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders in Young People, for Parents/Carers
In this episode Dr Krause talks about common signs and symptoms of anxiety and anxiety disorders and how to recognise when a young person might need help.
Apr 28, 2023
20 min
Early Signs of Eating Disorders and First Steps Forward, for Parents/Carers
Eating disorders are complex mental ill health conditions and often require specialist treatment. Early intervention is key to minimise the impact. This episode explores early signs and symptoms of common eating disorders and touches on how to start the conversation with your young person.
Mar 1, 2023
17 min
Talking about Resilience, for Parents/Carers
stem4's Parent Mental Health Day 2023 theme is #BuildFamilyResilience. The day is focusing on how parents and carers can successfully adapt to challenging life situations, and deal with their own stress and anxiety, whilst navigating their family through difficult times.This episode aims to help parents and carers understand what resilience is and the steps they can take to create it in both themselves and their families.
Jan 20, 2023
17 min
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