Dr Kathy Weston's Get a Grip! Parenting Podcast
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Latest Episodes
Episode 54 - Researcher of the Month: Simon Brett Discusses Encouraging New Findings about Treating Teen Depression in School Settings
Our researcher of the month, Simon Brett, talks to Dr Weston about his project which assesses the impact of using a specific type of therapy to treat teen depression in school settings. They discuss the barriers to conventional treatment for teenagers, th
Episode 53 - Dr Weston Talks with Professor William Pickett and Professor Wendy Craig: Social Media Use and Cyberbullying
Episode 53 - In this episode, Dr Weston talks with Canadian researchers Dr William Pickett and Dr Wendy Craig about their findings linking intense and problematic social media use with cyberbullying, particularly for girls. They discuss the findings of th
Episode 52 - Dr Weston Talks with Peter Worley: 'Doing Philosophy' with Children
In this episode, Dr Weston talks to Peter Worley about how to cultivate philosophical enquiry in children. They discuss what philosophy is, what sort of questions will get our children thinking philosophically and what the benefits are, both at home and a
Episode 51 - Dr Weston talks with Andy Robertson: The Benefits of Gaming
In this episode, Dr Weston talks to gaming and family technology expert Andy Robertson. They discuss all of the positive learning opportunities that games can offer and the optimal ways to engage with children about their digital world. They explore games
Episode 49 Dr Kathy Weston Talks with Jacqui Oatley MBE: Parenting in a Pandemic (TUE)
Episode 49 - In this special episode, guest presenter Jacqui Oatley MBE turns the tables and interviews Kathy to help parents get a grip on the key issues of parenting through the pandemic. They discuss ways to juggle home-learning and home-working, ways
Episode 50 - Dr Weston Talks with Professor Michael Lamb: Building Parental Confidence and Successful Co-Parenting
Episode 50 - In this episode, Dr Weston talks to Professor Michael Lamb about building parental confidence and self-esteem. They discuss how both biological and step-parents can improve and maintain healthy, strong and loving bonds with their children, as
Episode 49 - Dr Weston talks with Jacqui Oatley MBE: Parenting in a Pandemic, Jacqui interviews Kathy for her top tips
In this special episode, guest presenter Jacqui Oatley MBE turns the tables and interviews Kathy to help parents get a grip on the key issues of parenting through the pandemic. They discuss ways to juggle home-learning and home-working, ways to bring rout
Episode 42 - Dr Kathy Weston Talks with Professor Susan Golombok: Non-Traditional Family Forms
In this episode, Dr Weston talks to Professor Susan Golombok about non-traditional family forms. They discuss the research evidence showing that children from families with same-sex parents, single mothers by choice and families created by assisted reprod
Episode 48 - Dr Weston Talks with Dr Michaela James: Encouraging Teenage Girls to Be Physically Active
In this episode, Dr Weston talks to Dr Michaela James about declining levels of physical activity for teenage girls. They discuss teenagers' thoughts about school PE lessons and examine what the research shows would increase participation. Listen out for
Episode 47 - Dr Weston Talks with Professor Helen Dodd: The Importance of Play
In this episode, Dr Weston talks to Professor Helen Dodd about the crucial importance of play in children's development. The examine the relationship between adventurous play and anxiety and discuss how parents can facilitate effective play. As a leading