Family psychotherapist and author Dr Richard Hogan joins ieParenting editor Irene Feighan to discuss ways to help your child in the run-up to exams. 

Exam season is a stressful time and Hogan says it’s important to make allowances for young people who may be a little more agitated and let them know that they are supported.   

He offers guidance on creating structure when it comes to studying and shares his advice for parents on how to be there for their children – and what not to say. 

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Child psychotherapist Dr Colman Noctor and ieParenting editor Irene Feighan sit down to discuss the pros and cons of homework for primary school children. 

While some researchers say homework helps children to develop skills such as organisation, others believe it is counterproductive.  

Noctor is in the no-homework camp and sees how it impacts his children in very different ways. He offers guidance on creating healthy habits and advice for parents of teenagers who have little interest in studying or completing homework. 

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Family psychotherapist and author Richard Hogan joins ieParenting editor Irene Feighan to discuss ways to help children cope with life's ups and downs.

It can be tempting to shield your child but this comes with risks. Your child may struggle to navigate the failures and disappointments that are part of life. 

Hogan offers guidance on how to build your child's resilience and ability to cope with challenges head-on while also recognising when to ask for help. 

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Child psychotherapist and podcaster Dr Joanna Fortune and ieParenting editor Irene Feighan discuss the dynamics of school gate relationships and playdates.  Whether they are casual connections or the beginnings of a deeper friendship, relationships with other parents can help us navigate the early school years. 

Dr Fortune also offers helpful tips on navigating the tricky world of WhatsApp groups and how to turn down playdate invitations, which she sees as optional, not a necessity. 

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Child psychotherapist and best-selling author Dr Colman Noctor joins ieParenting editor Irene Feighan to discuss managing challenging behaviour - from toddlers to teens. 

Colman explains how every child grows and changes at different rates and that parents must consider this when reacting to difficult behaviour. 

He also talks about identifying the root cause of what is often called 'attention-seeking behaviours'. 

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Family psychotherapist and author Richard Hogan joins ieParenting editor Irene Feighan to discuss the importance of setting boundaries in your child's life. 

Healthy boundaries offer children a way to navigate their way in a world where we face challenges every day. They also give the child the tools to set their own boundaries with others.  

Here, Hogan gives a roadmap of how to set and maintain boundaries as well as how to respond when they are not followed. 

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Child psychotherapist Dr Joanna Fortune and ieParenting editor Irene Feighan talk about how parents need to prioritise their health and wellbeing. 

With so many responsibilities and worries, self-care and fun can be the first things parents drop. But Fortune says looking after your own needs helps you to be the best parent that you can be. 

Fortune also speaks to those struggling to cope with low stamina, isolation, and the everyday pressures that come with parenting. 

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Child psychotherapist and best-selling author Dr Colman Noctor joins ieParenting editor Irene Feighan to discuss the pitfalls of being too involved in your child's life. 

The more children are exposed to failure, disappointment and frustration, the more they learn how to cope with challenging life experiences, says Noctor. 

He also speaks about the impact of parental pressure - conscious and unconscious - on children. 

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Family psychotherapist and author Richard Hogan joins ieParenting editor Irene Feighan to chat about the impact that gaming and gaming culture have on children. 

Gaming can be more than a fun pastime for some. The World Health Organization has classified severe gaming as a new mental health condition. 

Here, Hogan talks about the signs of excessive gaming, setting boundaries, and not depending on games and devices to keep children occupied. 

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Child psychotherapist and podcaster Dr Joanna Fortune joins ieParenting editor Irene Feighan to talk about dealing with a distressed child. 

Dr Fortune teaches the concept of going to A&E - acceptance and empathise. 

She also offers guidance on parenting a sensitive child and how to help them through the 'uh-oh' moments. 

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