How do you prepare for the sudden loss of a loved one in your life? If you are an adult struggling with the concept, imagine how that must feel for a child? Educational Psychologist and the owner of The Child's Play Therapy Centre, Kerryn Giles-Miller shares some tools we can use with children for dealing with death at a very young age.
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It has been said that South Africa has a mental health crisis, and that the solution starts with “educating ourselves”, specifically about mental health and the various illnesses. That sounds like 'self-help'... but what does it really mean? Prof. Dan Stein and Dr David Webb are our guests for this episode. Plus, we speak to Jackie Maimin from the Independent Community Pharmacy Association about the work they do. In proud association with Adcock Ingram OTC Sponsors of Brave.
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Do you consider yourself an involved parent? What is your child's favourite food? Is your child more academic or creative? All your children want is your attention. Mental health and conscious parenting advocate Karabo Mokeona joins us for conversations about conscious parenting, and ways of how to be a more involved parent.
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'Assisted dying' involves patients with incurable illnesses, whose condition is not amenable to meaningful relief, such that their lives are - in their opinion - not worth living, and from which they seek an end. One of the arguments against legalising assisted dying in South Africa was that patients had access to palliative care. On this week’s episode we explore the specialised field of Palliative Medicine, and the psychological approach of seeking meaning in assistance with dying. Joining us to discuss this topic are Dr Julia Riley and Prof. Paul Wong. In proud association with Adcock Ingram OTC Sponsors of Brave.
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Are we living in an increasingly 'therapised' world, where the solution to every problem is therapy or counselling? Have we become a society where problem-solving within the context of our personal lives requires professional assistance? Provocative questions - with possibly no clear answers. Joining us on this episode to discuss issues related to psychotherapy are Prof. Suvira Ramlall and Dorianne Weil. In proud association with Adcock Ingram OTC Sponsors of Brave.
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The thought of maintenance court is a tedious one as it's frustrating, costly and lengthy - but that does nothing for the single parent who is trying to do right by their child. Family law attorney Karry Taylor from Benatar Inc Attorneys talks about the processes, and how best to get justice for your child.
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A recent article in The Spectator magazine posed an intriguing question: “Is losing God making America miserable?”. The percentage of Americans believing in God has dropped from more than 90% in the period between 1944 and 2011, to 81% as of May 2022. The article further noted that depression and anxiety rates were at all-time highs. Association is not causation, but where do religion and our belief systems fit in to our lives… and are they necessary to live a fulfilled life? Dr Ian Westmore and Dr Lennart Eriksson weigh in on this week’s discussion. In proud association with Adcock Ingram OTC Sponsors of Brave.
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23.12.22 Pt 2 - The team share their favourite Christmas movies, and everyone is horrified by Mash's choice! A word game reveals how everyone feels about each other, and themselves. Simphiwe suggests the best way to spend New Year's Eve, and Lebang shares advice on how not to get scammed these holidays.
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23.12.22 Pt 1 - Would you like to get theatre tickets as a Christmas present? Mash wants to travel by bus for the experience, but quickly gets talked out of it! Lebang schools Ryan on what makes a real chicken wing, and life expectancy in the USA is at its lowest in 25 years. Plus - is it better to eat out at a restaurant for Christmas lunch?
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What do the youth of South Africa really care about in terms of politics? Phumi and Mash discuss what the outcomes from the ANC National Conference really mean. Plus, a look back at some of the best moments from The Burning Platform 2022.
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