Trusting childcare, psych clinics close + paying for your mates

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For a lot of young parents, childcare is a necessary part of life. But how do you rebuild that trust when allegations of neglect, misconduct and sexual assault come to light? Also, thousands of vulnerable people may go without crucial care as Australia's largest private hospital operator closes the majority of its psychology clinics. And we're always told: don't mix money and friends. But shouting your mates can actually make you happier according to new research. Listen now: 01:15 - How do young parents feel about childcare? 16:15 - Ramsay Health Clinic closures 22:05 - Stingy v generous friendsGuests: Sue Cogur, early childhood educator and registered trainer and assessorSteph Dalzell, national health reporter, ABCDr Aimee Smith, research officer, UQGet the whole story from Hack:Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live at 5:30pm

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For a lot of young parents, childcare is a necessary part of life. But how do you rebuild that trust when allegations of neglect, misconduct and sexual assault come to light? Also, thousands of vulnerable people may go without crucial care as Australia's largest private hospital operator closes the majority of its psychology clinics. And we're always told: don't mix money and friends. But shouting your mates can actually make you happier according to new research. Listen now: 01:15 - How do young parents feel about childcare? 16:15 - Ramsay Health Clinic closures 22:05 - Stingy v generous friends Guests: Sue Cogur, early childhood educator and registered trainer and assessor Steph Dalzell, national health reporter, ABC Dr Aimee Smith, research officer, UQ Get the whole story from Hack: Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live at 5:30pm

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