Tag: depression

AQJ 151: Finding Positivity in the Midst of Crisis

In our first episode for 2020, we (Jo and Fouad) chat about how we are working to begin the year with positivity, in the midst of a national crisis and all the stress that involves. In Australia, we are struggling to cope with high temperatures and drought in many parts of the country, which have… Continue reading AQJ 151: Finding Positivity in the Midst of Crisis

AQJ 150: Supporting Your Anxious Child

In the last podcast for the year, Jo is on the other side of the microphone! Dr Natalie Challis (neuro-psychotherapist) and Leigh Shinde (neuro-nutritionist) recently interviewed Jo for their program, “Love Your Anxious Child“, on her experiences of supporting and parenting an anxious child. They discuss the importance of building connection with your children, spending… Continue reading AQJ 150: Supporting Your Anxious Child

SE 30: Cyberbullying Part 3

As part 3 of a 4 part series on Cyberbullying, our hosts interview the head of Education for Bully Zero, Katie Govic (bullyzero.org.au) In this episode, we talk about the perspective of the bully. We discuss what it means to be a bully, how to take responsibility and how to support those that are doing… Continue reading SE 30: Cyberbullying Part 3

SE 29: Cyberbullying Part 2

As part 2 of a 4 part series on Cyberbullying, our hosts interview the head of Education for Bully Zero, Katie Govic (bullyzero.org.au) In this episode, we focus on the victim in the Cyberbullying equation. How to support someone being bullied, how to recognise if someone is being bullied and how to handle being cyberbullied… Continue reading SE 29: Cyberbullying Part 2

SE 28: Cyberbullying

The Speak Up and Engage Podcast started with the intention of educating the younger generations about health, vitality, wellness and the prevention of depression, suicide and anxiety and it makes so much sense that we bring a special focus to Cyberbullying as a part of this education process. As a four-part series backed by the… Continue reading SE 28: Cyberbullying

SE 27: Loneliness in Youth

Statistics are showing that more and more of our youth are experiencing loneliness in a world where we are surrounded by so many people! Is it because we are living in an era of technology instead of socialisation? Have we prioritising work overplay? These are the BIG questions our hosts’ answer that lead to disconnection… Continue reading SE 27: Loneliness in Youth

SE 24: Is Depression really depression?

Part 2 in a 2 part series – If you or anyone you love needs help, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 This week, our hosts, Toby, Bridget and Laura chat to Carren Smith, the Founding Director of Spirit Hive and Producer of the Speak Up and Engage Podcast show about depression, anxiety and suicide.… Continue reading SE 24: Is Depression really depression?

SE 23: Carren Smith

Part 1 of a 2 part series: On this week’s show, our hosts Toby, Bridget and Laura interview the founding Director of Spirit Hive and the Producer of this podcast show, Speak Up and Engage. With a really colourful and ‘adventurous’ past and background, Carren talks about why she wanted to start the show, her… Continue reading SE 23: Carren Smith

AQJ 145: Anxiety – Analysing & Reducing Distress in Children

Dr Natalie Challis (neuro-psychotherapist) and Leigh Shinde (neuro-nutritionist) of the Kids Development Centre in Perth join us once again for another fascinating interview on the study of the brain, and how QEEG’s (brain imaging) can give parents a clearer picture of why their child is struggling, and the steps that can be taken to heal. Dr Nat… Continue reading AQJ 145: Anxiety – Analysing & Reducing Distress in Children

SE 20: Pro’s and Con’s of Social Media

If you have to track your time on Social Media, what would be your stats? This week our hosts explore everything related to Instagram, Facebook and other platforms that are currently occupying the space and time of our youth. Is Social Media a good thing? Is it a time waster? Or is it a way… Continue reading SE 20: Pro’s and Con’s of Social Media