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Highlights from Moncrieff
Why youth clubs need to be saved

Highlights from Moncrieff

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 12:15


There was a time when there were many youth clubs dotted around the country, but as smartphones take over, is it time to save these institutions as the last bastion of real world connectivity for our young people?Joining me now is Colman Noctor, Child Psychotherapist, who has been writing about this in the Examiner today…

Moncrieff Highlights
Why youth clubs need to be saved

Moncrieff Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 12:15


There was a time when there were many youth clubs dotted around the country, but as smartphones take over, is it time to save these institutions as the last bastion of real world connectivity for our young people?Joining me now is Colman Noctor, Child Psychotherapist, who has been writing about this in the Examiner today…

The Last Word with Matt Cooper
Why Are Irish Teens Unhappy?

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 11:15


A new report from UNICEF has found that Irish teenagers are among the least happy in high-income countries despite leading in academic performance.Aibhlín O'Leary, head of advocacy with UNICEF, and Dr Colman Noctor, child and adolescent psychotherapist, join The Last Word to discuss why teenagers in Ireland are less happy and what can be done to help them.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

The Mum Mind Podcast
Dr. Colman Noctor

The Mum Mind Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 46:28


Dr. Colman Noctor is a renowned child and adolescent psychotherapist. He has a weekly parenting column in the Irish Examiner and is the resident psychotherapist on RTÉ Radio 1's Ray Darcy Show.There was so much covered in this episode.....helicopter parenting, devices, anxiety, meal times, teenagers and drinking - it is a jam-packed episode. You can follow Colman on Instagram @noctorcolmanStef McSherry is a mum of 2 and a pre-school activity and behaviour specialist, working with that age group for over 20 years.Stef is also the creator of the award - winning, multi - activity programme Kinderama. If you're looking for imaginative classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com. Thanks for listening to the podcast, hopefully it helps in some way. Please tell a friend or share an episode or Follow/ Subscribe/Review so I can keep continue to produce free and essential parenting content.Want to ask a question or suggest a guest? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor answers your parenting questions.   

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 10:46


Dr. Colman Noctor is live in-studio with Ray answering listeners questions regarding parenting.

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
Parenting at Christmas Q&A

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 9:21


Christmas is only 15 days away and it can be a stressful time for families amidst the Christmas chaos and cheer so our resident Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor joins us to answer your parenting questions as the season ramps up.

Highlights from Moncrieff
Watching TV together: a lost experience?

Highlights from Moncrieff

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 17:45


While communal television viewing was part and parcel of several generations of Irish children, the same cannot be said of today, where streaming, the diminishment of live TV and the rise of smartphones has made this collective experience rarer and rarer. But, what has been lost?Joining Seán to discuss is Colman Noctor, Child Psychologist and Columnist with the Irish Examiner.

Moncrieff Highlights
Watching TV together: a lost experience?

Moncrieff Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 17:45


While communal television viewing was part and parcel of several generations of Irish children, the same cannot be said of today, where streaming, the diminishment of live TV and the rise of smartphones has made this collective experience rarer and rarer. But, what has been lost?Joining Seán to discuss is Colman Noctor, Child Psychologist and Columnist with the Irish Examiner.

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
Parenting: Listener Questions

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 12:07


Dr. Colman Noctor, Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist joins Ray to go though some of our listener questions .

Morning Mix with Alan Corcoran
Upcoming Talk on Parenting Teenagers with Child & Adolescent Psychoanalytical Psychotherapist Colman Noctor

Morning Mix with Alan Corcoran

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 6:23


RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
Dr. Colman Noctor answers all your parenting questions

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 10:43


Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, Dr. Colman Noctor, joins Ray to answer all your parenting questions.

Alimentary!
Mental Health Matters: Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy Explained with Breandan Larkin

Alimentary!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 58:10


In this episode of Alimentary! we delve into the topic of mental health with a trained professional. Brendan Larkin is a Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist, who is passionate about helping people to live their best lives, by dealing with their issues so that they are free to live more happily. Brendan explains the difference between the three therapies that he practices and how you should work with a therapist that you have a connection with. He talks about how he came to become a therapist having gone through his own mental issues and the topics we cover range from addiction and grief to social media and anxiety. The store cupboard staple in this episode is the good old orange! Music composed by cascreativearts, copyright Lyn Sharkey Nutrition.www.lynsharkeynutrition.ie Resources & References Cavan Therapy Clinic – Counselling & Psychotherapy Services https://www.instagram.com/cavantherapy/ www.cavanonlineradio.weebly.com The 4-7 Zone: An easy and effective way to live a balanced life – and stay out of the therapist's office: Amazon.co.uk: Colman Noctor: 9780717197323: Books https://www.awesomebooks.com/book/9781844881406/parenting-is-childs-play-how-to-give-your-child-the/used?msclkid=766fb3ded18c1665edbed568a7f2d8fd www.lynsharkeynutrition.ie https://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/19211/ingredients/fruit/citrus/orange/ https://thecleaneatingcouple.com/healthy-orange-chicken/ The Encylopaedia of Healing Foods by Dr Michael Murray, Dr Joseph Pizzorno with Lara Pizzorno MA, LMT

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
Parenting Q&A - Colman Noctor

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 11:14


Be it teens or toddlers or anyone in-between Colman is here to guide you through your parenting pickles.

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Loneliness Epidemic

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 10:52


Dr. Colman Noctor tells PJ that one of the biggest complaints he is hearing from young people is about loneliness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Neil Prendeville Show | Cork's RedFM

A discussion on the Mother & Baby Home payments scheme, psychotherapist Colman Noctor on parental stress, and New Yorker Richard gives his take on the state of Cork. Cork, it's time to talk, weekdays from 9am. The Neil Prendeville Show on RedFM.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Have parents nowadays become too competitive?

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 5:33


The concept of parents being uber-conscious of their performance seems to be growing in significance. For many, the pressure to appear they are ‘winning' at parenting is real. But are we becoming too competitive? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Child Psychotherapist, Colman Noctor.

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
Why are young people less happy?

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 13:02


Dr. Colman Noctor, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist talks to Ray about why young people are becoming less happy than older generations.

Jennifer Zamparelli on 2FM
Colman Noctor - Young Love and Heartbreak

Jennifer Zamparelli on 2FM

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 11:43


Jen chats to Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, Colman Noctor about teen crushes, love, and the lifelong impacts of it!

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor offers advice to parents on navigating dyslexia diagnosis, bullying and more.

The Last Word with Matt Cooper
Warnings Over Young Girls Using 'Active' Skin Care

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2024 7:18


What age should young girls be using expensive skincare products?Dr. Colman Noctor, Child Psychotherapist & Author joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
Parenting with Colman Noctor

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 11:23


Dr Colman Noctor, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist, joins Ray in studio to answer your parenting issues

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
Parenting with Colman Noctor - Saving Pelé's Football Boots - World Philosophy Day

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 80:49


Joe Humphreys, author of the Irish Times' Unthinkable philosophy column joins Ray to celebrate World Philosophy Day. Conservator Kayleigh Spring tells Ray about how she restored the boots of Pelé and George Best. And Dr Colman Noctor answers your parenting issues.

Highlights from The Pat Kenny Show
Hot manage kids and emotions over Christmas?

Highlights from The Pat Kenny Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 7:53


Lots of presents and late nights could lead to a tsunami of emotions, Child Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor will break down how to manage children during Christmas

Jennifer Zamparelli on 2FM
Colman Noctor - Fear of Dogs

Jennifer Zamparelli on 2FM

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 10:16


Jen chats to Adolescent Psychotherapist Colman Noctor about why, when they are so common in our lives, we develop fears of dogs!

Honey You're Ruining Our Kid
2023 Book Show - Recommendations For All Ages & Parenting Situations

Honey You're Ruining Our Kid

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 47:51


Welcome to the annual books edition of Honey You're Ruining Our Kid. Our picks of the year and the reasons why you need certain books in your life. All the books recommended can help you contend with the most common issues we have been emailed about in 2023.Huge thanks to all our lovely listeners who shared their parenting book recommendations. Massive thank you to the wonderful Helen Carr who got in touch with the most beautiful books for your Xmas stockings this Christmas. We run through all our favourite books that we think are essential for your children's bookshelf. Debi Giliori - No Matter what. Owl Babies- Martin Waddell.The Invisible String - Patrice Karst. Arlo the Lion- Catherine Rayner. How Do You Feel - Lizzy Rockwell. Llama Llama Mad At Mama- Anna Dewday. Millie Fierce- Jane Manning. Where Happiness Begins - Evo Eland. Breathing Makes It Better- Christopher Willard and Wendy O Leary. The Unbudgeable Curmudgeon- Matthew Burgess. Big Feelings - Alexandra Penfold. Ellen Ryan - Girls who slay monster. And her new book: Gods Don't Cry. Let's Talk …. Richie Sadlier. Parenting books:Good Enough - Dr. Becky Brainstorm & The Whole Brain Child - both by Dan Siegel. The 4-7 zone - Dr Colman Noctor. The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read - Philippa Perry. Irish books for gifts this Christmas. https://obrien.ie/tread-softlyhttps://obrien.ie/its-too-dark-pufflinghttps://obrien.ie/twin-power-the-lost-cuphttps://obrien.ie/sally-in-the-city-of-dreamsShout out to Threshold listening library an incredible online resource for parents this Christmas. Threshold Listening LibrariesEmail us on honeyyouareruiningourkid@gmail.comJoin us on www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad to access bigger episodes and the full archive of bonus content.

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
Parenting Advice - Dr Colman Noctor

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 10:43


Dr. Colman Noctor, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist is back to answer your parenting questions

Jennifer Zamparelli on 2FM
Colman Noctor - Shouting At Children

Jennifer Zamparelli on 2FM

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 15:17


Jen chats to Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist Colman Noctor about how ongoing verbal abuse can be deeply harmful to children!

Highlights from The Hard Shoulder
'It's getting out of hand': Should children have their own phone?

Highlights from The Hard Shoulder

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 11:11


School is back in earnest, and many primary schools are wrestling with pupils' love for their smartphones. Some schools, as we've covered on this programme, choose to ban them. But is banning them a futile exercise in a world where social media is ubiquitous? Kieran was joined by Colman Noctor, child and adolescent psychotherapist to discuss...

Highlights from Moncrieff
'Blessed art thou among women': Working in a female dominated profession

Highlights from Moncrieff

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 9:35


Ireland has one of the highest percentages of female primary teachers in the EU, at 85.8%. This skewed statistic highlights the cultural values that deter males from applying for a career teaching young children. But could a lack of males in the profession have an impact on our children, and why do certain careers attract one sex over the other? Dr. Colman Noctor, Child Psychotherapist joined Sean to discuss...

In The News
Is social media making teenagers miserable?

In The News

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 21:15


Do teenagers today have it tougher than previous generations? In terms of how well they can develop emotionally and socially, the answer is yes, says Dr Colman Noctor, a psychotherapist who works with adolescents. He tells Irish Times journalist Jen Hogan about how the pandemic years have robbed young people of crucial opportunities for social development, driving them instead into the online world - where many pitfalls await.Presented by Bernice Harrison. This episode was originally published in May 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
How to tackle teenage exclusion!

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 7:00


“We are intent on looking out for potential signs that a child could be a victim of bullying or exclusion, but we place far less attention on identifying the children more likely to bully or exclude.” So wrote Colman Noctor, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist who spoke to Ciara this morning.

Jennifer Zamparelli on 2FM
Colman Noctor - Meeting Your Parents As An Adult

Jennifer Zamparelli on 2FM

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 12:58


Jen chats to psychotherapist Colman Noctor about some issues that can arise for people that don't meet their parents until they're already an adult!

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
Heal These Wounds, Leaving Your Child Home Alone, Sheepdogs, The Irish Pullovers

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 70:35


On today's show, Ray chats to Dublin musician Richie Egan about IMMA's Summer Party and his new single 'Heal These Wounds', Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor to discuss the Growing Up in Ireland study, Sinéad Ní Uallacháin tells us about sheepdogs and The Irish Pullovers perform their songs for the Women's World Cup!

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
Leaving Your Child Home Alone

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 9:58


Ray chats to Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor to discuss the latest findings of the Growing Up in Ireland study which were released earlier this week.

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Should we allow children to get bored?

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 32:47


With the school holidays kicking off today, is there pressure on children to always be doing something? Are kids able to be bored anymore? Andrea was joined by, Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytical Psychotherapist, Colman Noctor, Paenting life coach, Laura Guckian and callers.

Jennifer Zamparelli on 2FM
Colman Noctor - The 4-7 Zone

Jennifer Zamparelli on 2FM

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 23:23


Aifric chats to psychotherapist and author of 'The 4-7 Zone' Dr. Colman Noctor about why being 'happy with your lot' is unfairly considered lazy!

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Is the role of the DIY Dad coming to an end?

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2023 7:45


“I often wonder if my generation marks the end of the DIY-dad role,” writes Dr Colman Noctor, child & adolescent psychotherapist ahead of Father's Day this weekend. Is losing the stereotypical DIY Dad image not a good sign when it comes to modern parenting and gender roles? We discussed this with Colman.

In The News
Is social media making teenagers miserable?

In The News

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 21:15


Do teenagers today have it tougher than previous generations? In terms of how well they can develop emotionally and socially, the answer is yes, says Dr Colman Noctor, a psychotherapist who works with adolescents. He tells Irish Times journalist Jen Hogan about how the pandemic years have robbed young people of crucial opportunities for social development, driving them instead into the online world - where many pitfalls await.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Last Word with Matt Cooper
Greystones Parents Ban Smartphones For Primary Kids

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 10:46


Eight primary schools in Greystones have come together to tackle the mental health issues caused by young children using smartphones. Dr. Colman Noctor, Child Psychotherapist & Author of The 4 to 7 Zone, and Rachel Harper, Principal of St Patrick's National School, Greystones joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Where is My Mind?
As I Am - Understanding Autism With Adam Harris

Where is My Mind?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 57:06


Welcome to Where Is My Mind? A podcast about how we can better look after our heads and our hearts in the head-melty chaos of the modern world.  After a phenomenal response to our episode on ADHD with Dr. Colman Noctor, we wanted to continue the important conversation about neurodiversity and the life experiences of those affected.  In this week's episode Niall is joined by Adam Harris, founder and CEO of AsIAm, Ireland's national autism charity. Adam started AsIAm in 2014 based on his own experiences growing up as a young autistic person in Ireland and his frustration with the lack of understanding and barriers to inclusion. Adam speaks to Niall about what living with autism is like, how awareness has grown but we now need acceptance and understanding and what needs to change to create a universally inclusive society for all.  Follow Niall on IG @bressie, TikTok @niallbreslin, FB @whereismymindpodcast and Twitter @nbrez and visit his website: www.niallbreslin.com. Where is My Mind? is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/mymind  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. A big thank you to Lemonada Media for welcoming us to the family. Stay up to date with Lemonada Media on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Check out our 31 Days Of Mindfulness on Lemonada Premium. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally or feeling hopeless, it's important to talk to someone about it now. You can contact one of the resources below for free.  In Ireland/U.K.: https://www.samaritans.org/ In the U.S.: https://988lifeline.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where is My Mind?
Understanding ADHD With Dr. Colman Noctor

Where is My Mind?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 56:20


Welcome to Where Is My Mind? A podcast about how we can better look after our heads and our hearts in the head-melty chaos of the modern world.  ADHD is a very prevalent topic in our society that's driven by the attention war. In a world where people can self-diagnose through a Google search, it's important that we understand exactly what ADHD is, how it can impact a person's life and what resources are available for those struggling.  Niall is joined by Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytical Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor. Colman works with ADHD cases everyday in his clinic and discusses how crucial the context of a child's life is for diagnosis, why TikTok trends can be both helpful and damaging and what systematic change is needed to assess and support children and adults with ADHD, ADD and other mental health issues. Follow Niall on IG @bressie, TikTok @niallbreslin, FB @whereismymindpodcast and Twitter @nbrez and visit his website: www.niallbreslin.com. Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. A big thank you to Lemonada Media for welcoming us to the family. Stay up to date with Lemonada Media on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Check out our 31 Days Of Mindfulness on Lemonada Premium. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally or feeling hopeless, it's important to talk to someone about it now. You can contact one of the resources below for free.  In Ireland/U.K.: https://www.samaritans.org/ In the U.S.: https://988lifeline.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Do we expect our kids to be better than average?

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 8:05


“Parents should ditch the expectations – it's okay for our kids to be average and happy. That's the view of Alison Curtis, writing in the Irish Independent. Is Alison right? Do we expect our kids to be better than average? To discuss this with Shane was Colman Noctor, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist.

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Dr Colman Noctor: Giving Kids Smartphones

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 14:08


Dr. Colman Noctor says it's down to the individual child's maturity not just age when you give them a phone, the key thing is they feel they can come to you about concerns without thinking you will take their phone away. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
The Big Christmas Thank You, Colman Noctor - Parenting Advice, Comedian Harry Hill

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 67:09


On today's show we continue with the Big Christmas thank you, Frank Naughton surprises his friend Betsy Coen, Ray chats to to the winner of the Silent Night Quiz child and adolescent psychotherapist Colman Noctor is back with some parenting advice and Comedian Harry Hill tells us about his new tour.

Highlights from Moncrieff
'Responsibility on men to stamp out' groping

Highlights from Moncrieff

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 9:02


We like to think that society has become less tolerant of inappropriate behaviour. However, Colman Noctor says that almost every woman he asked during his lecturing, has been inappropriately touched. Is it time to bring in legislation to make groping a criminal offence? Colman Noctor, child psychotherapist joined Sean on the show to discuss...

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
TikTok Mental Health, Charger Fire Warning, GAA History In 100 Object

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 67:02


On today's show Ray is joined by Colman Noctor to talk about young people diagnosing mental health conditions through TikTok, we've been warned about chargers plugged in beside the bed and overnight, Nicola McCauley joins Ray to share her cautionary tale and Siobhan Doyle tells us about her new book called A History of The GAA in 100 Objects.

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
Twitter Vs Mastodon, Walking Football, Live Music - Joseph Ryder, Parenting Advice

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 71:14


On today's show Ray chats to Aoife Barry about Twitter in disarray & its social media rivals such as Mastodon, Walking Football is becoming increasing popular all across the country, Paul Comiskey and Ciaran D'Arcy join Ray to tell us more, we have live music from Joseph Ryder and Colman Noctor is back to deal with your Parenting issues.

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show
Bad Manners In The Hospitality Sector, Research on Statin, Parenting Advice

RTÉ - The Ray Darcy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 72:08


On todays show Ray is joined by Noel Cunningham to talk about bad manners in the hospitality sector, Dr Paula Byrne from The University of Galway has been researching the over prescribing of Statins she joins Ray in studio to tell us more and Colman Noctor is back with some parenting advice and to answer your questions.

Highlights from Moncrieff
Are we too focused on competitiveness in sport?

Highlights from Moncrieff

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2022 11:58


A question that often baffles parents is why some kids engage in competitive sports while others drop out in their early teenage years. Child psychotherapist, Dr. Colman Noctor, joined Stefanie to discuss if we too quick to label certain children as “unsporty” and if there is an over-competitive nature of sport in this country.

Dermot & Dave
'Can We Have Some Sweets?': Top Tips For Managing Treats Around Your Kids

Dermot & Dave

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 12:08


How many times a day do you get asked for sweets, crisps or chocolate? Maybe you spend your life listening to the fridge door being (not so) quietly opened! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/06/01121937/ColemanNoctor_0106.mp3"][/audio] For parents, navigating treats can be tricky, and the lockdown has only made things harder. Now, a new campaign from Safefood, the HSE and Healthy Ireland is hoping to help parents START taking the first steps towards a healthier lifestyle but reducing the amount of treats given to kids. Dr Colman Noctor, Child And Adolescent Psychotherapist joined Dermot and Dave with his top tips for families! You can catch the tips by clicking play above, and for more on the ‘START' campaign, check their website