Scrambled: The Children‘s Mental Health Podcast

Episode 18 - ’A Deep Dive Into Discipline’

In the 18th episode of Scrambled:The Children’s Mental Health Podcast, Chad and Nikki  explore the challenging topic of discipline as it relates to childhood mental health. 

Episode 17 - ’Extracurricular Anxiety’

Extracurricular activities are great ways for kids to build skills and self-confidence. But for kids with anxiety, there are some important factors to consider. 

Episode 16 - ’This Episode is Brought to You By the Letters I, E, & P, and the Numbers 5, 0,& 4’

There are many places to find help for kids struggling with mental health issues, and school is one of the first places to start your search. 

Episode 15 - ’United We Stand’

...divided we fall. In their 15th episode, Chad and Nikki dive headfirst into the treacherous terrain of conflicts in co-parenting. 

Episode 14 - ’Anxiety Unchecked’

Anxiety is your body’s alarm system and is designed to alert you to potential problems, and cue you to take action. In this episode, Nikki and Chad talk about what happens when you ignore that alarm system.

Episode 13 - ’No More Excuses’

Parents and guardians often feel they are “making excuses'' for their children when they speak up, and this conversation includes tips for how to stay calm and handle the difficult emotions that often accompany advocating for kids in schools and other settings.

Episode 12 - ’Anxiety Unplugged’

Screens are all around us. In fact, for some of us, we can’t get away from them, and that’s ok. The screen isn’t what can cause problems, it’s what’s on the screen. In Episode 12 - ‘Anxiety Unplugged,’ Nikki and Chad talk about how the content you consume affects you.

Episode 11 - ’Helping vs. Overhelping’

All parents struggle with when to step in and help your child, versus just letting them figure it out on their own. But, with kids with anxiety, it can get a little trickier. 

Episode 10 -’Don’t Believe Everything You Think’

Note: This episode includes a discussion of self harm and suicidal ideation, listener discretion advised.
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In this episode, Nikki and Chad discuss the role that thinking plays in childhood mental illness

Episode 9 - ‘Don‘t Stop Believin‘‘

In this episode, Chad and Nikki are joined by Erin, the mother of a six year old with a newly diagnosed anxiety disorder. Erin shares her family’s journey into childhood mental health in a raw, emotional way in which many parents can relate.