Pooky Ponders – Big Questions with Brilliant People
151 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago -Informal but informative.... Dr Pooky Knightsmith explores questions related to mental health and special needs. Sometimes it's deep, sometimes it's funny, it will always make you think...
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Overwhelm in the Classroom: How Can We Make a Difference?
March 05, 2024 06:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the issue of children feeling overwhelmed in the classroom. From sensory sensitivities to emotional dysregulation, I explore the myriad reasons behind this distress and offer a suite of practical strategies designed to create a more supportive and understanding learning environment. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh • Newsletter: https://substack.com...
What Strategies Support Self-Discovery for Masked Autistics?
February 20, 2024 06:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the transformative journey of unmasking for masked autistics. I share personal insights and strategies drawn from my own experiences and those of my daughters, Lyra and Ellie, guiding listeners through the liberating process of self-discovery. This episode is a treasure trove of practical advice, ranging from creating space for actual interests to embracing the power of 'flow' and the importance of choosing connections that truly u...
What is ARFID and How Can We Support?
February 06, 2024 06:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the fascinating world of ARFID - Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder. Join me as I unravel the mystery behind this often misunderstood condition, exploring its definition, prevalence, and impact. Discover the differences between ARFID and anorexia, and gain insight into the causes and triggers that contribute to this unique eating disorder. We'll also discuss the warning signs to look out for and some practical steps you can ta...
How Can We Support Neurodivergent Students to Thrive in a New School?
January 23, 2024 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the unique challenges and triumphs faced by neurodivergent students transitioning to new schools. With a focus on practical and empathetic approaches, I share insights into developing self-awareness, navigating complex school rules, mastering time management, and more. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh • Newsletter: https://substack.com/profi...
What Words Shape a Child’s World?
January 02, 2024 05:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the impactful words that shape a child's world. I explore five essential messages every child needs to hear for healthy development. From expressing love and pride to offering sincere apologies, ensuring safety, and active listening, I share practical insights for parents, teachers, and anyone involved in supporting children. Join me as I navigate through the nuances of communication that can significantly influence a child's emotion...
Is It a Tantrum or Is It a Meltdown and How Can I Help?
December 19, 2023 06:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the intriguing world of child behaviour, tackling the often misunderstood concepts of tantrums and meltdowns. Inspired by my challenging personal experiences as a parent, I share insights that I wish I had known earlier in my journey. From unravelling the true meanings of tantrums and meltdowns to exploring the unique behavioural signs and communication dynamics, I guide you through understanding and responding effectively. ...
How Can We Support Neurodivergent Children’s Executive Functioning Skills?
December 12, 2023 06:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the fascinating realm of executive functioning skills and their impact on neurodivergent children's learning journey. Join me as I explore what these skills entail, why they pose challenges for individuals with conditions like autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and ADHD, and how we can better support them at school and at home. I challenge neuronormative assumptions in education, urging a shift towards a more inclusive and diverse app...
How Can You Be a Good Friend to Someone Who’s Autistic?
December 05, 2023 06:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore the essential elements of being a supportive and understanding friend to autistic individuals. Join me as I share valuable insights into navigating friendships with autistic people, offering practical tips on communication, patience, and fostering inclusivity. Discover the importance of respecting routines, encouraging shared interests, and advocating for inclusivity in social situations. CONNECT You can find me in the following pla...
How Can We Build Friendship Skills In 5-7-Year-Old Boys?
November 28, 2023 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the intricate world of fostering friendship skills in 5-7-year-old boys. Join me on a journey as I explore the significance of structured play activities, social skill teaching, and the buddy system in nurturing positive connections. From engaging role-playing scenarios to promoting emotional awareness, this episode offers practical insights and activities for parents, teachers, and anyone invested in supporting the social developmen...
What Does Supportive Parenting Really Mean in the Teenage Years?
November 21, 2023 06:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the complex world of parenting during the teenage years. Whether you're a parent, guardian, or educator, this episode is a treasure trove of practical insights and strategies to help you navigate the emotional rollercoaster that adolescents often experience. From fostering effective communication to finding the balance between independence and responsibility, setting boundaries, and resolving conflicts, I provide valuable tips f...
How Can We Create a Home Environment that Helps ADHD Kids Thrive?
November 14, 2023 06:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the world of ADHD, specifically focusing on creating an environment where children with ADHD can thrive in the comfort of their homes. I'll provide you with a toolbox of practical tips, from establishing designated activity zones and implementing routines to employing effective parenting strategies and teaching emotional regulation. We'll also explore how technology can be harnessed wisely to support children with ADHD. Plus, I'll di...
What is Selective Mutism and How Can We Help in School?
November 07, 2023 06:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the intricate world of selective mutism, a complex anxiety disorder that affects children's ability to speak in specific social settings. I explore what selective mutism is, who it affects, and most importantly, how we can support these children in school. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh • Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-p...
What's the Role of Play in Nurturing Young Minds?
October 31, 2023 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I take you on a captivating journey into the world of play and its profound influence on child development. Discover how play serves as a potent catalyst, enhancing cognitive development, nurturing emotional regulation, cultivating social skills, promoting physical growth, and enriching language proficiency in our young minds. Join me as I share practical ideas for incorporating play-based learning into work or home, making this episode a must-li...
Can Where a Child Sits in Class Really Make a Difference?
October 24, 2023 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.11 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the seemingly small yet immensely impactful aspect of classroom dynamics – seating arrangements. Discover how sensitive seating plans can make a monumental difference in a child's engagement, learning experience, and overall classroom success. I share practical insights and thought-provoking examples to highlight the significant role that thoughtful seating can play in unlocking a child's potential and fostering a positive learning e...
How Can We Help Anxious Children Thrive in Social Situations?
October 17, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore a range of ideas for building the confidence of anxious children in social situations. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh • Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith • Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh • TikTok: https://www.tiktok...
How Can You Learn to Cry and Release Big Feelings?
October 10, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore the power of crying and how we can learn to embrace the physical and psychological act of crying if we’re someone who is used to locking our feelings and our tears away. Support the Show. ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***
What Practical Tools Can Help Children Master Assertiveness?
October 03, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the world of assertiveness and share a treasure trove of practical tools to help children master this crucial skill. From role-playing activities that bring scenarios to life, to the powerful "I Statements" technique that fosters effective communication, I explore a toolkit designed to enhance kids' assertiveness. We'll also uncover the significance of body language in assertive interactions and how self-advocacy and conflict re...
Could Understanding Kids' Needs Transform Behaviour?
September 26, 2023 05:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the fascinating world of children's behaviour. Discover why it's crucial to look beyond surface labels and understand the deeper emotions driving their actions. Join me as I explore the profound impact of our responses on a child's sense of safety and self-worth. By the end of this episode, you'll gain valuable insights into how compassion and curiosity can transform your approach to children's behaviour, making their world a li...
How Can We Empower Neurodivergent Students with Effective Homework and Study Strategies?
September 19, 2023 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into empowering neurodivergent students with effective homework and study strategies. I guide you through embracing neurodiversity, providing clear instructions, and cultivating supportive learning environments. We also explore empowering self-advocacy, goal setting, task management, and self-regulation skills. Plus, I share tips on recognising students' strengths and nurturing their holistic success. CONNECT You can find me in the...
How Can We Help Children Express Their Anger in a Healthy Way?
September 12, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, we delve into the crucial topic of helping children express their anger constructively. Join me as I explore the importance of recognising anger, providing safe outlets, modelling healthy expression, and nurturing problem-solving skills. Discover valuable insights and practical strategies to support the emotional well-being of the children and young people in your care. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: • Patreo...
How can we help children to make friends and find their tribe?
September 05, 2023 05:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore how we can help children to make friends that feel good and build a little tribe where they belong. The ideas work well for adults too. I hope it’s helpful. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh • Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith • Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com • YouTube: ht...
How Can We Get Physically Active When Motivation Is Low?
August 29, 2023 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore simple suggestions to enable us to get active. Being physically active is well proven to boost mood, but when we most need this boost are the times when it’s hardest to motivate ourselves. These ideas should help and can be used either for yourself or to support a colleague or child. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh • Newsletter: https://substack...
How Can We Maintain a Close Relationship With a Child Who is Emotionally Distant?
August 22, 2023 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore how we can maintain a positive, loving, supportive relationship with a child who becomes emotionally distant or pushes us away. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh • Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith • Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pook...
How to Take the Conversation Deeper
August 01, 2023 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.79 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore some simple phrases for taking conversations deeper. These simple prompts can make a real difference whether you're supporting a child or an adult. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/...
Should We Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway?
July 25, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore whether we should always try to be bold and brave or whether sometimes it's simply okay to say no... CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagr...
How Can Finding Our Flow State Help with Anxiety or Overwhelm?
July 18, 2023 05:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore what flow is, how it can help with anxiety, low mood or overwhelm and how we can find our way to flow, or support a child to. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pook...
How Should We Be Talking About Children Who Are Struggling?
July 11, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore the power of language and how fairly simple changes to the way we talk about children can make a big change to how we think about and subsequently behave towards children. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www....
What's the deal with hoodies? Should we be encouraging them?
July 04, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore why some children seem to feel happier with their hoods up and whether this is something we should be more supportive of. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buz...
Using Transition Activities to Move Between Activities, Places or People
June 27, 2023 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore a range of activities to support the transition from one activity, place or person to another. For example, calming things down when moving from break time to lesson time or school to home. Recorded with neurodivergent children front and centre in my mind, these activities can work for a wide range of children - and adults too; I use most of them myself. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon...
Supporting Your Child to Embrace Their New Neurodivergent Diagnosis
June 20, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore what happens next when we learn that a child is neurodivergent. What sort of conversations can we have with them to help them better understand themselves and the world and their place within it. How can we keep things positive and just how much do they need to know? CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.c...
What is Co-Regulation and How Do I Get it Right?
June 13, 2023 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBIn this episode of Pooky Ponders, I explore what co-regulation is and six steps that adults can take to support the emotional regulation of children who are angry, anxious or otherwise distressed or overwhelmed. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/...
What To Do If Your Child Is Being Bullied
June 06, 2023 05:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore steps you can take to support a child if they're being bullied. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh...
How Can We Support Children With Separation Anxiety?
May 30, 2023 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore strategies for supporting children who are struggling with separation anxiety. I also explore the need to recognise the difference between issues with leaving a parent/carer and issues going to the environment they're being left because if we don't identify the correct issue we can unwittingly do more harm than good... CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tikto...
How to Make Tasks feel More Manageable for Autistic/ADHD Children
May 23, 2023 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore a range of ideas to make tasks feel more manageable and less overwhelming. Especially helpful for anyone who struggles with executive function including children/adults who are autistic/ADHD - You can download a copy of a planning template I developed to support with classwork / homeowner here. - ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to s...
Using a Comfort Audit to Better Meet Children's Sensory Needs
May 16, 2023 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore simple steps you can take to understand how your classroom or other space might feel for a child with sensory processing differences so that you can take proactive steps to make the space less overwhelming. -- CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmi...
Finding What Feels Safe - A Gentle Approach to Tackling Anxiety
May 09, 2023 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.84 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore gentle ways of preventing our world from shrinking when anxiety looms. Simple ideas that can be used by adults or children and which might feel like a more possible starting point for some than graded exposure or anxiety ladders. You might like this resource I allude to, to use alongside: DOWNLOAD: Anxiety – Feeling Safe Activity — ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon f...
Using Coping Statements to Flip Negative Narratives
May 02, 2023 05:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore the use of coping statements to help us counter the negative bully that lives in our heads. ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.*** CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/...
Building Belonging Using Connecting Questions
April 25, 2023 05:00 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore how we can use connecting questions at the beginning of meetings to create a feeling of belonging and connection between adults in the room and to set the tone for a positive, child-centred meeting. ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.*** CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https...
What's a To Don't List and Why Do You Need One?
April 11, 2023 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore the power of to don’t lists, one of my favourite life hacks for gaining control, and hours in the day… ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.*** CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://tw...
Negative Self-Talk - Why and How to Make it STOP!
April 04, 2023 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore why and how we can take steps to make negative self-talk stop for ourselves or others. ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.*** CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh ...
Why We Should Gift Our Mistakes
March 28, 2023 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.11 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore the power of gifting our mistakes and why sometimes, those we worth with and care for need more human, fallible role models… and how that can be more fun for us too… ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.*** CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok...
Why and How to Offload Your Worries
March 21, 2023 06:00 - 13 minutes - 9.19 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I share six ideas for offloading our worries regularly because if we don’t take control of our worries and work through them, they tend to control us and work their way out in ways we don’t want or at times we least expect. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnigh...
How to Appear Calm When You Don't Feel It
March 14, 2023 06:00 - 12 minutes - 8.5 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore six simple strategies for keeping your cool and appearing calm and in control when you’re at risk of your feelings bubbling over. These ideas are designed for times when you’re supporting a child who is anxious or angry and you know they’ll benefit from a calm adult but you’re struggling to inhabit that space… CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@p...
School Anxiety/EBSA - Ideas for Less Stressful Mornings
March 07, 2023 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I share a range of ideas you can build into your morning routine to reduce to help maximise the chances of your child successfully going to school. These are all ideas that we were using in our household when experiencing this issue. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com...
Self-Care Ideas for Busy Parents and Carers
February 28, 2023 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore a range of ideas for looking after yourself when you’re usually preoccupied with looking after others. They’re all designed to be small ideas that make a big difference and which can relatively easily be fitted in amongst life’s many other to-dos. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook:...
Enabling Children to Feel Seen and Heard
February 21, 2023 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore ideas for enabling children to feel truly seen and heard by us. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh ...
How to Promote Belonging in School
February 14, 2023 06:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore six ideas for promoting feelings of belonging and connection for children at school or in other settings. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com I...
ADHD - Ideas for Activating and Stimulating
February 07, 2023 06:00 - 14 minutes - 9.97 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore some simple ideas that can work well for children with ADHD who are sensory-seeking and need of a little activation and stimulation in order to enable to them to continue to engage. The ideas could be used in a range of contexts but are designed to be usable within a classroom setting too as this is often a more challenging place to meet an ADHD child’s need for sensory input. LINKS If today’s episode piqued your interest, you might ...
Ideas for Reducing Autistic Overwhelm
January 31, 2023 06:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore a range of ideas that we can use to reduce sensory overwhelm and calm things down when the world begins to feel too much for autistic children or others who are more sensitive to sensory input. LINKS If today’s episode piqued your interest, you might be interested in the following: Loop Experience - block out background noise but allow focus on a speaker Loop Quiet - block out noise indiscriminately VIDEO | ADHD/AUTISM | Fidgets...
How to Get to the Heart of Your Child's Issues
January 24, 2023 06:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBIn this episode of Pooky Ponders, I explore a range of ideas to help you understand what's going on with a child or young person if you're seeing concerning behaviour (e.g. self-harm, anxiety about school etc) but you're not sure what the triggers or issues are. You can download a PDF version of these ideas and the resources I refer to here: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com/guide-getting-to-why-ideas-for-asking-and-listening/ Support the Show. ***If you’d like to support my work, you ca...