Best CATCH Community Action Together For Childrens Health Podcasts (2023)

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Supporting LGBTQ+ Kids: A Guide For Parents and Allies 39:03

9d ago39:03

39:03

How do you respond when a young person comes out about their gender or sexual preference? What do you say when someone makes a homophobic comment in your home? And how do you initiate a conversation about pronouns? In this episode or Parenting the Mental Health Generation, our hosts, Amy and Lisa, talk with Lizzy Appleby, LCSW and Director of the P…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Breaking "The Stigma" 25:35

2M ago25:35

25:35

Amy and Lisa sit down with two North Shore filmmakers, Ari Braun and Eden Grunsberg, to discuss their film "The Stigma." The documentary is a raw look into the struggles teens experience in sharing their mental illness with friends. What is so compelling about the documentary is that these filmmakers are themselves teens. Amy and Lisa expand the co…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "What do you do when your college student is struggling to get to class?" 3:18

3M ago3:18

3:18

When the Anxiety Monster reared his ugly head one morning at college, a student called his mom. In this essay from the CATCH series, In Real Life, she shares their conversation and the one important question she asked to support him in that moment. You can read this In Real Life Journal post here. Do you ever wonder if you’re the only one strugglin…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "An Anxious Parent, An Anxious Child, and the Value of Validation" 4:39

3M ago4:39

4:39

It took five years, but I finally figured out how to follow the therapist’s advice. In this Essay from Real Life, a mom shares her struggles with managing her anxiety while trying to support her son on his mental health journey. Through a series of trials and errors, can she learn the true value of validation? You can read this In Real Life Journal…

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "Alone at a Full Holiday Table" 4:49

4M ago4:49

4:49

During this holiday season, why are we surprised when that unwanted guest, Grief shows up? Listen to this Essay from Real Life as one family opens their arms to a young man walking through his journey of grief. You can read this In Real Life Journal post here. If you’d like to write an In Real Life, email info@catchiscommunity.org. Do you ever wond…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Hey Parents! Amy's Kids Have Advice! 40:43

4M ago40:43

40:43

Kids say the darnedest things. In this episode of Parenting the Mental Health Generation, our host’s adult children join the conversation. Shawn and Luke Oberholtzer, Amy’s kids, are in their 20s, and have some things to say about growing up, the parent-child relationship, social media and more. Our other host, Lisa, is raising two young children a…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Parenting Pitfalls 30:38

4M ago30:38

30:38

Fear of going to camp...or is it? Toothpaste flavors, chicken nuggets, and friendship drama are all up for discussion in this episode of Parenting the Mental Health Generation. Our hosts, Amy and Lisa, talk with Dr. Natalia Kaczmarek, licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Indigo Therapy Group, Northbrook, Illinois about the challenges of pa…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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What is executive function and how do I help my kid build it at home? 28:12

5M ago28:12

28:12

Have you spent hours arguing with your teen about cleaning their room or taking out the garbage when they couldn't seem to even start the chore? Wondering why your middle schooler couldn't start their homework? In this episode of Parenting the Mental Health Generation, Amy and Lisa talk with Stacy Mautner, an ADHD and advocacy coach about these lat…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Taking the Pressure Off: Dinnertime Conversations Matter 21:36

6M ago21:36

21:36

If you are fortunate enough to sit down for a family dinner, you probably hope for a fun-filled conversation with sharing and laughter. For many, that's not the case. Parents often pepper their kids with questions only to receive one word answers, and everyone leaves the kitchen defeated. How can you change the dynamic and create a space where ever…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation Season 2 Trailer 2:20

7M ago2:20

2:20

Welcome to Season 2! We officially kick off with our first episode on September 20th and watch for new episodes every third week of the month. You can also find our episodes on YouTube now. Get ready for a new season with new guests who are both mental health professionals and with mental health life experts, those who have walked this journey and …

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Real Talk: Essays from Experts, Secondary Traumatic Stress: Highland Park Shooting Aftermath 4:00

8M ago4:00

4:00

In our first Essay from Experts in our Real Talk series, we bring to life the interview CATCH did with Dr. Julie Friedman, PhD, trauma psychologist about the symptoms and treatment for secondary traumatic stress. Dr. Friedman is also the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Skyway Behavioral Health in Skokie, IL You can read this CATCH Journal post…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Managing My Mental Health As A College Freshman: A Son And His Mom Share Their Story 30:12

8M ago30:12

30:12

If your child is heading off to college and taking their mental health struggles with them, this episode is for you. Kyle, who just finished his freshman year at Cornell College in Mount Vernon, Iowa, and his mom, Anne, talk with our hosts, Amy O. (aka, the mom) and Dr. Lisa (aka, the psychologist) about their strategies for success and lessons lea…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Get to Know Our Hosts Amidst Community Trauma 21:46

8M ago21:46

21:46

In our second to last episode of this season, listen to Amy and Lisa share their personal stories of what brought them to CATCH, the life lessons they are learning, and what they are experiencing after the July 4th shooting in Highland Park, a nearby suburb. Whether you're parenting young children or young adults, our CATCH team can relate, because…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "Stop, Drop & Roll" 5:39

10M ago5:39

5:39

It's true, everything we need to know, we truly do learn in Kindergarten. In our next Real Talk, Essays from Real Life, Linda Davis bravely shares her strategy to cope with the distress, find calm, and get through the tough moments when your parenting worries and fears are running nonstop. Do you ever wonder if you’re the only one struggling with b…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Making Sense of Our Chaotic World 36:06

10M ago36:06

36:06

The world is a mess right now. No matter what you read, watch, or listen to, the headlines are alarming: senseless shootings, a difficult war, an upcoming and controversial Supreme Court decision, midterm elections, a lingering pandemic, and a serious mental health crisis amongst our kids. If it feels overwhelming to you as a parent, imagine how it…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "Dear Anxiety" 3:21

10M ago3:21

3:21

Do you ever wonder if you’re the only one struggling with bumps and pitfalls on a daily basis? Listen to Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, straight from the CATCH Journal at catchiscommunity.org. We’re recording those heartfelt and honest stories from parents and others for those who’d rather listen than read. When you hear people share their most …

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "I Grieve Because My Son is a Senior and This Is It" 5:00

10M ago5:00

5:00

Do you ever wonder if you’re the only one struggling with bumps and pitfalls on a daily basis? Listen to Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, straight from the CATCH Journal at catchiscommunity.org. We’re recording those heartfelt and honest stories from parents and others for those who’d rather listen than read. When you hear people share their most …

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Talk About IT! End. The. Stigma. 44:02

11M ago44:02

44:02

One of the best ways to support our children's mental health is to talk about our feelings. But that's easier said than done with a kid who doesn't want to share. In this episode of Parenting the Mental Health Generation, we talk with three local school leaders about how they get kids talking. This conversation takes place as we celebrate Mental He…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "The Work of Worrying Less" 5:17

11M ago5:17

5:17

Do you ever wonder if you’re the only one struggling with bumps and pitfalls on a daily basis? Listen to Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, straight from the CATCH Journal at catchiscommunity.org. We’re recording those heartfelt and honest stories from parents and others for those who’d rather listen than read. When you hear people share their most …

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "Am I brave enough?" 3:58

11M ago3:58

3:58

Do you ever wonder if you’re the only one struggling with bumps and pitfalls on a daily basis? Listen to Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, straight from the CATCH Journal at catchiscommunity.org. We’re recording those heartfelt and honest stories from parents and others for those who’d rather listen than read. When you hear people share their most …

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Tips for Parenting an Anxious Child (HINT: Accept Imperfection...Yours & Theirs) 47:48

1y ago47:48

47:48

Do you feel pressure to protect your child from disappointment? You aren't the only one. Our guest, Dr. Karen Cassiday, clinical psychologist and owner and managing director of the Anxiety Treatment Center of Greater Chicago, says that's a common experience for parents these days and comes with real consequences, especially when anxiety is part of …

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Loving our kids unconditionally...even when we don't like them 28:58

1y ago28:58

28:58

Of course, you love your child, but how do you show it? Do they even know it? And what about those moments when they make you so mad the affection is replaced by steam pouring out of your ears? What happens to the love in that case? It's still there, but depending on how you react, your child may only see and feel the anger. In this episode of Pare…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Our Kids' Learning Loss, A New Perspective 26:28

1y ago26:28

26:28

It's clear many children have slipped academically as a result of the pandemic, and parents are quite worried about the learning loss. In this episode of Parenting the Mental Health Generation, Amy O. (aka "the mom") and Dr. Lisa (aka "the psychologist ") talk with Becky Parkinson, a school social worker, about how to get our kids on track and what…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Help! My kid is falling apart! 36:00

1+ y ago36:00

36:00

Is your home chaotic each night as your kids try to tackle homework? Is your teen isolating in their room and NOT doing their homework? Is there a meltdown every minute or screen time battles to end all battles? You are not alone. And, neither is your child. But, what is really going on? In this episode, Dr. Leigh Weisz, a licensed clinical psychol…

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation

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Trailer-Can we talk about our kids' mental health? 1:49

1+ y ago1:49

1:49

Join Amy O. (aka the mom) and Dr. Lisa (aka the psychologist) as they talk to mental health professionals about topics that concern us as we navigate our parenting journeys and support our kids struggling with their emotional well-being. Dr. Lisa brings her professional expertise and Amy O. shows up with her years of parenting perspective to these …

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Talking About Trauma 31:49

1+ y ago31:49

31:49

It's not easy to talk about mental health, but it is vitally important in caring for it, and there are ways to start the conversations. That's why Jessica Hutchison, LCPC, created My Red Said, a mental health awareness campaign inspired by the pandemic. And now it's coming to Northbrook! In this episode, Jessica joins Amy O. (aka the mom) and Dr. L…

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Supporting LGBTQ+ Kids: A Guide For Parents and Allies 39:03

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Breaking "The Stigma" 25:35

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "What do you do when your college student is struggling to get to class?" 3:18

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "An Anxious Parent, An Anxious Child, and the Value of Validation" 4:39

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "Alone at a Full Holiday Table" 4:49

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Hey Parents! Amy's Kids Have Advice! 40:43

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Parenting Pitfalls 30:38

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What is executive function and how do I help my kid build it at home? 28:12

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Taking the Pressure Off: Dinnertime Conversations Matter 21:36

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Parenting the Mental Health Generation Season 2 Trailer 2:20

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Real Talk: Essays from Experts, Secondary Traumatic Stress: Highland Park Shooting Aftermath 4:00

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Managing My Mental Health As A College Freshman: A Son And His Mom Share Their Story 30:12

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Get to Know Our Hosts Amidst Community Trauma 21:46

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "Stop, Drop & Roll" 5:39

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Making Sense of Our Chaotic World 36:06

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "Dear Anxiety" 3:21

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "I Grieve Because My Son is a Senior and This Is It" 5:00

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Talk About IT! End. The. Stigma. 44:02

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "The Work of Worrying Less" 5:17

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Real Talk: Essays from Real Life, "Am I brave enough?" 3:58

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Tips for Parenting an Anxious Child (HINT: Accept Imperfection...Yours & Theirs) 47:48

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Loving our kids unconditionally...even when we don't like them 28:58

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Our Kids' Learning Loss, A New Perspective 26:28

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Help! My kid is falling apart! 36:00

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Trailer-Can we talk about our kids' mental health? 1:49

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Talking About Trauma 31:49

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