In this Get-a-Grip podcast Dr Kathy Weston talks to Dr Darren Moore about school attendance, easing the return to school, homework and how schools can better engage parents.

In this Get-a-Grip podcast Dr Kathy Weston talks to Dr Pooky Knightsmith about returning to school after lockdown, nurturing children’s wellbeing and emotionally based school avoidance.

In this podcast, Dr Weston talks to Professor Tracey Wade about the impact of perfectionism on young people. They discuss the potential negative impact of social media on young people's body confidence and eating habits as well as exploring the warning si

In this Get-a-Grip podcast Dr Kathy Weston talks to Jarlath O’Brien about special schools, behaviour management in schools and building a parent partnership.  They also discuss the impact of Covid-19 and lockdown on behaviour as schools fully open in

In this Get-a-Grip podcast Dr Kathy Weston talks to Professor Ellen Townsend about young people and self-harm. They discuss the importance of listening to young people and recognising that self-harm is an expression of distress and emotional pain and shou

In this episode Dr Kathy Weston talks to Anna Hemmings and Megan Pengelly about the importance of teaching young people about gambling, so they can make informed choices about this common risk-taking behaviour. 

In this Get-a-Grip podcast Dr Kathy Weston talks to Professor Sarah-Jayne Blakemore about research on teenage behaviour and brain development, including the influence of technology, and how the coronavirus pandemic lockdown may have long term consequences

In this Get-a-Grip podcast Dr Kathy Weston talks to Professor Michael Gradisar about sleep difficulties during adolescence, including why so many teenagers have sleep difficulties along with the most effective strategies to promote better sleep.

In this episode Dr Kathy Weston talks to Professor Charlotte Markey about body image and how parents can help their children, especially girls, navigate the adolescent world of puberty, social media and relationships and maintain a positive body image.

In this episode, Dr Kathy Weston speaks to Professor Howard-Jones about the challenges for parents and teachers during school closures and how to motivate and reward learning. They also discuss the research regarding the effects of videogames on learning