The Generation Next Podcast with Andrew Fuller

In this episode: 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 young people Emerging behaviours and changes in teens and adolescents Practical advice for parents, carers and teachers for mobile phone usage Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist, Speaker and Creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Dr Rachael Sharman, Senior Lecturer; Psychology, School of Health and Behavioural SciencesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: Mental health and our relationship with food in a post-COVID era Raising the issue with someone you suspect has an eating disorder How to support someone who denies having the condition and is reluctant to accept help Managing emotions in someone with an eating disorder Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist, Speaker and Creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Dr Karen Spielman, Primary Care Mental Health Advisor, General Practitioner, Paddington Family Practice and Inside Out InstituteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: Why is 'attention' a super-skill? Experiencing rapid growth in technology in recent years, how has this effected young people (i.e distractions, attention-span, reliance)? How effective is multi-tasking in a digital space? Computer gaming overuse Digital strategies and recommendations for families and young people Host: James Driver, Psychotherapist, Black Dog Psychotherapy and Counselling Guest: Dr Kristy Goodwin, Digital Wellbeing and Neuro-productivity Speaker, Author and ResearcherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The contents in this podcast may be distressing or triggering for some. Please see below for support hotlines if this raises issues for yourself or someone that you know In this episode: 'Red' and 'green' flags in relationships Understanding the area surrounding consent How to provide support to a young person when they have been sexually harmed Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist, Speaker and Creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Tara Hunter, Director of Client and Clinical Services, Full Stop Australia   If this article has raised issues for you, or if you’re concerned about someone you know, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800. The National Sexual Assault, Family & Domestic Violence Counselling Line – 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) – is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Additional helplines available: 24-hour Emergency Accommodation helpline on 1800 800 588 Safe At Home helpline on 1800 633 937 National Violence and Abuse Trauma Counselling and Recovery Service on 1800 FULLSTOP (1800 385 578). They also have a specific line for the LGBTIQA+ community called the Rainbow Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence Helpline on 1800 497 212 SHE (free and confidential counselling and support) on 6278 9090 Sexual Assault Support Services on 6231 1811, or after hours 6231 1817 Family Violence Crisis and Support Service on 1800 608 122 Bravehearts – Sexual Assault Support for Children on 1800 BRAVE 1  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: Tracking and intruding on relationships via technology Password protection advice Protecting devices and accounts What to do if you believe you've been hacked, and how to prevent it Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist, Speaker and Creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Brett Lee, Founder of Internet Safe Education, Speaker and Author, Former Queensland Police Detective, Child ExploitationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: Being safe online What young people should definitely avoid doing online How and where young people are targeted by predators Teaching young people the dangers and practices to avoid predators Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist, Speaker and Creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Brett Lee, Founder of Internet Safe Education, Speaker and Author, Former Queensland Police Detective, Child ExploitationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: Rites of passage and how this applies to young people How young people deal with difficult times during teenage-hood and transitioning to adulthood Strategies to include parents in the rites of passage transition for young people Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist, Speaker and Creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Dr Arne Rubinstein, CEO and Founder of Rites of Passage Institute, Medical Doctor, Counsellor, Mentor, Speaker and Workshop FacilitatorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: The changing role of parents over the course of development Helpful and unhelpful things to say to teenagers The art of listening How to effectively connect and check-in with young people as they transition to young adulthood Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist, Speaker and Creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Marie Vakakis, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker at The Therapy Hub CounsellingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Andrew Fuller as he chats with guest Prof Con Stough on understanding emotional intelligence and how it can contribute to wellbeing Understanding a model of emotional intelligence Findings from the Aristotle Emotional Intelligence Program How we can develop emotional intelligence in children, adolescents, teachers, school staff and parents/carers Understanding how EI and Positive Education approaches to wellbeing complement and contrast each other Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist, Speaker and Founder of My Learning Strengths Guest: Prof Con Stough, Director, Centre for Human Psychopharmacology, Swinburne University of Technology; Director, Aristotle Emotional Intelligence Total time: 23 minsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Andrew Fuller as he chats with guest John Hendry OAM on understanding attachment as it relates to teenagers The cognitive and emotional effects of attachment Whether teenager life inevitably disrupts family attachments How we can re-secure less-attached teenagers Identity formation and attachment Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist, Speaker and Founder of My Learning Strengths Guest: John Hendry OAM, Long-time educator, resolution consultant, Life member of the Careers Development Association of Australia Total time: 33 minsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: Gratitude builds on positive feelings and can help with depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, immune function, and optimism How letting go of everyday resentments and using gratitude tools can build positive work and education environments Gratitude is an action rather than a feeling   Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical psychologist and family therapist, speaker and creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Dr Kerry Howells, Author, Award-winning Educator and Experienced ResearcherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: How to promote the wellbeing of teenagers through positive music listening Music is not directly causative but has a powerful resonance in our lives - the dangers of teenagers using music in the wrong ways Using playlist construction as a tool to create optimism and change mood   Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical psychologist and family therapist, speaker and creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Prof Katrina Skewes McFerran, Director, National Music Therapy Research Unit; Associate Dean, Victorian College of the Arts; Associate Director (Research), Melbourne Conservatorium of MusicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: Social and emotional benefits of music and how it can help children with their personal expression How educators can use music as a form of play to engage children and address their needs Long term benefits of music therapy Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical psychologist and family therapist, speaker and creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Prof Katrina Skewes McFerran, Director, National Music Therapy Research Unit; Associate Dean, Victorian college of the Arts; Associate Director (Research), Melbourne Conservatorium of MusicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: Clinical anxiety is on the rise due to dramatic changes: School, friends, online social interaction, family stress, home environment and more The increase in screen usage and its health ramifications Practical approaches to manage anxiety: how effective are medications in young people? Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical psychologist and family therapist, speaker and creator of Learning Strengths Guest: A/Prof Noel Cranswick, General Paediatrician and Director of Clinical Pharmacology in the Department of General Medicine at the Royal Children’s HospitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: How loneliness affects young people Parents can turn their child’s boredom into an opportunity to develop contemplation & independent thinking Talking about uncertainties with our young people is important Important life skills on how to navigate through loneliness Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical psychologist and family therapist, speaker and creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Maggie Hamilton, Writer, Social Researcher and Media Commentator See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: Improving learning approaches for boys Should schools be organising classes based on development rather than chronological age? The importance of kindness and good role models Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical psychologist and family therapist, speaker and creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Dr Michael Nagel, Researcher and Author; Educator, University of Sunshine CoastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: Neurological development Optimising educational approaches: learning strengths, STEM, career preferences, social and emotional needs The importance of a nurturing environment – finding a balance between supporting and allowing girls to develop their own voice and identity Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical psychologist and family therapist, speaker and creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Dr Michael Nagel, Researcher and Author; Educator, University of Sunshine CoastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: The prevalence of ADHD in Australia and the importance of diagnosis Diagnosing ADHD, its effect on children, and treatment options Strategies and resources for parents, teachers and those who support children and adolescents with ADHD Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical psychologist and family therapist, speaker and creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Marie Vakakis, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker at The Therapy Hub CounsellingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: How to ask about suicidal thinking in young people, what questions to ask and how to interpret them How differences in developmental stages of life affect mindset and thinking Online tools and resources to help with this issue Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist, Speaker and Creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Clinical A/Prof David Horgan, Honorary Psychiatrist at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Founder of Australian Suicide Prevention Foundation - TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast contains information about suicide which may be triggering to some people.  If at any time you feel upset or distressed by what you have heard, please speak with someone or contact the following support available: Lifeline: 13 11 14 Standby Support: 1300 727 247 Headspace: 1800 650 890 Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode: Emotions – Why they are important to understand The current research on how to approach emotion-based coaching The stages of life and how emotions differ as we go through them Practical applications for schools and families Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical psychologist and family therapist, speaker and creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Marie Vakakis, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker at The Therapy Hub CounsellingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.