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Life Matters

by Laois Offaly CYPSC

Life Matters is a podcast brought to you by the Laois Offaly Children and Young People's Services Committee.The initial six part series is about "life on the spectrum" and the many issues and challenges for everyone involved.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 8 - Attachment Styles : What Influences Attachment and Practical Advice for Parents and Caregivers

    In this episode we recognise the importance of the capacity to regulate our own emotions, and the value of trying to be consistent with our emotions around the child. We highlight the importance of support with other issues in life to help a parent to be consistent and committed with a young…

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  2. Episode 7 - Exploring Attachment Theory and the importance of early Parent Child Relationships

    In this episode we hear about the work of Parents First Laois Offaly and the value of developing secure parental child attachment in a child’s early years . This episode explores the foundations of attachment theory, the role of parents and caregivers and why responsive nurturing relationships…

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  3. Episode 6: Food Awareness and ARFID

    This is episode six of a six part series recording from the "On The Spectrum" webinar series in 2021. In this episode we hear from Dr. Gillian Harris about Avoidance, Restrictive, Food Intake Disorder otherwise known as ARFID. We also hear from Adam Harris, founder of As I Am who chats with Dr....

  4. Episode 5: A Parents Experience and what is available in the community

    This is episode five of a six part series recording from the "On The Spectrum" webinar series in 2021. In this episode we hear from a parent of a very special young boy who is severely on the spectrum. While it is a huge challenge he brings huge joy to the family and it turns out that he can…

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  5. Episode 4: Theory of Mind and Context Blindness in ASD

    This is episode four of a six part series recording from the "On The Spectrum" webinar series in 2021. In this episode Dr. Peter Vermuelen chats about the theory of mind and context blindness in ASD. We also hear from Dr. Peter Vermuelen in conversation with Katie Dunne who had some questions for...

  6. Episode 3: Getting your child school ready

    This is episode three of a six part series recording from the "On The Spectrum" webinar series in 2021. In this episode we hear from Shaun Greville about getting a child ready for their new school. Shaun also chats with a young student who is preparing for his new third level experience. The…

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  7. Episode 2: Assessment and the Diagnostic Process

    This is episode two of a six part series recording from the "On The Spectrum" webinar series in 2021. In this episode psychologist Dr. Penny Rogers chats about the assessment and diagnostic process and the important role it plays in accessing vital services. Dr. Penny Rogers is also in…

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  8. Episode 1 - Life on the Spectrum

    This is episode one of a six part series recording from the "On The Spectrum" webinar series in 2021. In this episode sisters Katie and Aoife Dunne chat with Ann Marie Kelly about their lives including the many challenges they face and their different coping mechanisms. The series is brought to…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Life Matters is a podcast brought to you by the Laois Offaly Children and Young People's Services Committee.The initial six part series is about "life on the spectrum" and the many issues and challenges for everyone involved.

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Laois Offaly CYPSC

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Life Matters is a podcast brought to you by the Laois Offaly Children and Young People's Services Committee.The initial six part series is about "life on the spectrum" and the many issues and challenges for everyone involved.

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Life Matters is created and hosted by Laois Offaly CYPSC.
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