Join Robert in the 364th episode of 'The OCD and Anxiety Podcast' featuring an engaging conversations with Dr. Stephen Whiteside, a distinguished clinical psychologist and director of the Pediatric Anxiety Disorders Program at Mayo Clinic. The focus of this episode is the vital, yet often overlooked area of OCD and anxiety in children.
Dr. Whiteside and Robert delve into prevalent OCD themes in children such as contamination fears and how treatments differ between adults and children. The conversation illuminates on the essential role of exposure therapy and the challenges of managing mental health in the young population, especially in the current era of pervasive social media and global pandemic.
Also, Dr. Whiteside discusses his invaluable book, 'Anxiety Coach: A Parent's Guide to Treating Childhood Anxiety and OCD', offering profound insights to parents on understanding and maneuvering through the complexities of their child's anxiety or OCD. The discussion advocates the power of children and parents working together as a team to combat OCD and anxiety conclusively.
Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or educator, this enlightening episode will provide you with practical solutions and hope for a healthier, anxiety-free future for the children in your life. Explore show notes for more details about Dr. Whiteside and his insightful book, starting the journey to liberate your child from the clutches of fear.
You can find Dr Stepens book here: https://www.amazon.com/Mayo-Clinic-Anxiety-Coach-Groundbreaking/dp/B0BQMJNXR3/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1707566336&refinements=p_27%3AStephen+P.+Whiteside&s=books&sr=1-2
Disclaimer:
Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.
Episode 312 - Sensorimotor OCD - When Awareness Melts Into The Background
Episode 311 - The Sometimes Confusing Difference Between Compassion & Reassurance
Episode 310 - OCD & Hyper Responsibility
Episode 309 -The bizarre & Unwanted Fear That Can Show Up As You Start To Overcome OCD
Episode 308 -The Problem With Reminiscing About Lost Opportunities Because Of OCD
Episode 307 - OCD & Avoidance
Episode 306 - How I Respond When OCD Sneaks Up On Me
Episode 305 - Self-Sabotage & OCD - The Comfort Of Doing What Doesn’t Serve Us
Episode 304 - Moving The Focus From Fears & Obsessions To Values
Episode 303 - Why Consistency Is Key In Overcoming OCD
Episode 302 - The Wonderful & Strange World Of Feeling Your Emotions
Episode 301 - A Conversation About Pure O With OCD Specialist Paul Mc Carroll
Episode 300 - OCD & Catastrophising
Episode 299 - How To Ride Out The OCD Storm
Episode 298 - How To Conserve Your Energy & Focus On What Truly Matters
Episode 297 - OCD Triggers - To Be Avoided Or Used As An Opportunity For Exposure?
Episode 296 - OCD & Art - A Chat With Molly About Managing OCD
Episode 295 - Why Don’t You Just Stop Thinking About It? A Lack Of Empathy For OCD
Episode 294 - OCD & Trust - Learning To Step Back Out Into Life
Episode 293 - Letting Go Of Reasoning & Speaking With The Reptile Brain
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