We are hard at work on more great episodes of Where You Are. In the meantime, we’re sharing this episode from one of our previous seasons. It focuses on the challenge of school anxiety, something experienced by many families. We hope you like it and find the tips offered helpful, even if just in the smallest way. 

School is a big part of kids’ lives. When anxiety gets in the way of a child going to or staying at school, this can be really hard on the whole family. In this episode we look at what’s behind school anxiety, when parents should reach out for help, tips for parents and caregivers to promote their own coping, and strategies to help get your child back in their regular school routine.

We are hard at work on more great episodes of Where You Are. In the meantime, we&rsquo;re sharing this episode from one of our previous seasons. It focuses on the challenge of school anxiety, something experienced by many families. We hope you like it and find the tips offered helpful, even if just in the smallest way.&nbsp;
School is a big part of kids&rsquo; lives. When anxiety gets in the way of a child going to or staying at school, this can be really hard on the whole family. In this episode we look at what&rsquo;s behind school anxiety, when parents should reach out for help, tips for parents and caregivers to promote their own coping, and strategies to help get your child back in their regular school routine.

Through real stories, expertise, and practical tips, this podcast helps families promote their mental health and wellness. We navigate important topics to meet you Where You Are in your journey. Brought to you by BC Children’s Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre.

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Re-Release - School Anxiety: Getting Your Child Back to Their School Routine

Students today are facing more stress than ever. Bryn and co-host Gail Markin sit down with Kyra Yung (student), Connie Easton (school counsellor of 30+ years), and Connor Gallik (Psychologist, BC Children’s Hospital) to learn about ways that school communities can support students in K-12 to navigate stress. Together they unpack:
signs of stress and the connection to student mental health and wellbeing 
why students are experiencing increasing stress and how they are coping with it
what schools can do to support K-12 students at the individual level, in the school community and at the system level to deal with stress in healthy ways 
when to seek help and links to resources for educators

Students today are facing more stress than ever. Bryn and co-host&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gailmarkin.ca/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.gailmarkin.ca/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1787231208424000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0kesVlVlqkKf9YQuEh67pj">Gail Markin</a> sit down with Kyra Yung (student), Connie Easton (school counsellor of 30+ years), and Connor Gallik (Psychologist, BC Children&rsquo;s Hospital) to learn about ways that school communities can support students in K-12 to navigate stress. Together they unpack:
<ul>
<li>signs of stress and the connection to student mental health and wellbeing&nbsp;</li>
<li>why students are experiencing increasing stress and how they are coping with it</li>
<li>what schools can do to support K-12 students at the individual level, in the school community and at the system level to deal with stress in healthy ways&nbsp;</li>
<li>when to seek help and links to resources for educators</li>
</ul>

Stress in Students: Supporting Mental Health and Wellbeing in Schools

Changes to your family structure, such as becoming a step-parent, learning to co-parent, or navigating life in a blended family, can come with unique challenges for both the adults and the kids involved. Joined by Josephine (step-parent) and Kai (medical student), we explore:
- how children of different ages experience changing family structures
- helpful approaches for supporting children in blended families
- navigating co-parenting and managing conflicts
- where parents and caregivers can seek support

For more detailed show notes, including guest bios, head to https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast

Changes to your family structure, such as becoming a step-parent, learning to co-parent, or navigating life in a blended family, can come with unique challenges for both the adults and the kids involved. Joined by Josephine (step-parent) and Kai (medical student), we explore: - how children of different ages experience changing family structures - helpful approaches for supporting children in blended families - navigating co-parenting and managing conflicts - where parents and caregivers can seek support For more detailed show notes, including guest bios, head to <a href="https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast">https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast</a>

Talking About Step-Parenting, Blended Families and Supporting Kids as New Families Come Together

We are sharing this great episode about eating disorders from Open hearts. Honest conversations., a podcast from Family Services of the North Shore. In this episode, Val, host of Open Hearts Honest Conversations, is joined by Joanna, a Registered Clinical Counsellor, and Vicky, a guest with lived experience. They talk about common characteristics of eating disorders, Vicky’s own journey, and how family and loved ones can provide support to someone with an eating disorder.

Note: Self-harm and sexual assault are discussed in this episode. For some of us, these topics can be challenging and heavy. As you listen to this episode, please take stock of how you're feeling. If you need to take a break, come back a little later, or need to reach out to your supports, please do so.

For more detailed show notes, including guest bios, head to https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast

We are sharing this great episode about eating disorders from Open hearts. Honest conversations., a podcast from Family Services of the North Shore. In this episode, Val, host of Open Hearts Honest Conversations, is joined by Joanna, a Registered Clinical Counsellor, and Vicky, a guest with lived experience. They talk about common characteristics of eating disorders, Vicky&rsquo;s own journey, and how family and loved ones can provide support to someone with an eating disorder. Note: Self-harm and sexual assault are discussed in this episode. For some of us, these topics can be challenging and heavy. As you listen to this episode, please take stock of how you're feeling. If you need to take a break, come back a little later, or need to reach out to your supports, please do so. For more detailed show notes, including guest bios, head to <a href="https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast">https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast</a>

Re-Release - School Anxiety: Getting Your Child Back to Their School Routine

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