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    The Family Anatomy Podcast

    Dr. Brian MacDonald and Dr. Giuseppe Spezzano talk about the trials and tribulations of parenting and relationships. Psychologists who are also parents, they take listeners behind the curtain to discuss how they deal with their own kids while bringing in cutting-edge research findings about development and mental health.
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    Episodes (75)

    FA104 - Anatomy of Speech & Language Development

    FA104 - Anatomy of Speech & Language Development

    Season 3 begins with an interview with Kathi Elborn, a Speech & Language Pathologist, about speech problems and language development.

     

    How can parents tell if their child has a speech or language problem?

     

    Wait and see or test right away?

     

    How do speech and language problems affect school progress?

     

    What kind of help is available?

     

    Find out in this week's episode!

     

     

    FA101 - Anatomy of Three Things

    FA101 - Anatomy of Three Things

    Doctors Brian and Giuseppe talk about three recent research studies from the world of psychology, including:

    1. How sleep problems and drug use spread trough teen social networks
    2. Dental problems as a warning sign of eating disorders
    3. Young men engage in risky behaviours when attractive women are watching.

    Website of the Week: Science Daily

    For family and psychology news, visit familyanatomy.com.

    FA099 - Anatomy of Mental Health

    FA099 - Anatomy of Mental Health

    Doctors Brian and Giuseppe speak to child psychiatrist and founder of ementalhealth.ca, Dr. Michael Cheng, about anxiety, sensory processing problems, and how parents can find information about mental health problems.

    What are the most common mental health concerns?

    Are there general strategies for parents who want to help their kids cope with worry?

    What are sensory processing problems, and how are they treated? Dr. Cheng recommends SPD Foundation for more information.

    Website of the Week: eMentalHealth

    For family and psychology news, visit familyanatomy.com.

    FA Retro: Anatomy of the Winter Blues

    FA Retro: Anatomy of the Winter Blues
    Doctors Brian, Giuseppe, and Richard talk about the winter blues, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and how to overcome seasonal depression.

    Why do people become depressed in the winter?

    What can you do if you experience seasonal sadness?

    Find out in this week's episode!
    The Family Anatomy Podcast
    enJanuary 19, 2010

    FA Classic: Anatomy of Resolutions

    FA Classic: Anatomy of Resolutions
    While Doctors Brian and Giuseppe enjoy a holiday break, here's a re-broadcast of last year's episode:

    How can you make New Years Resolutions that you can keep?
    Get the inside scoop on strategies recommended by psychologists to help people make changes in their lives!

    For family and psychology news, visit familyanatomy.com.
    The Family Anatomy Podcast
    enDecember 29, 2009