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Welcome to the Behaviour Speak Podcast, where we celebrate the diversity of human behaviour and explore the many factors that shape who we are. Our goal is to create a space where everyone feels heard, understood, and included. From the latest research in psychology and neuroscience to the personal stories of individuals who have overcome unique challenges, we cover a wide range of topics that will inspire, educate, and empower you. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or simply someone curious about the world around you, we invite you to join us on this journey of discovery. So, get ready to broaden your perspective, challenge your assumptions, and connect with a community of like-minded individuals. On the Behaviour Speak Podcast, we’re all in this together.
CBI Consultants, the producer of this podcast, is an ACE certified continuing education provider for the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, the International Behavior Analysis Organization and the Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board. For more information, please visit CBI Consultants website at www.cbiconsultants.com/shop
Episode 239: Supporting Refugee and Migrant Students Amid Climate and War-Induced Displacement with Dr. Diana Diaków
Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman
1 hour 17 minutes
5 days ago
Episode 239: Supporting Refugee and Migrant Students Amid Climate and War-Induced Displacement with Dr. Diana Diaków
In this conversation, Dr. Diana Diaków shares her extensive experience working with displaced populations, particularly children and families in refugee camps. She discusses her journey from studying applied developmental psychology to focusing on resilience in displaced children. Diana emphasizes the importance of understanding cultural dynamics, community support, and the need for culturally responsive interventions in mental health practices. She highlights the challenges faced in humanitarian work, the significance of transnational competence, and the gaps in research regarding displaced populations. The conversation concludes with Dr. Diaków 's vision for future work in promoting resilience and mental health support for refugees.
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Diaków, D. M., & Christner, R. W. (2025). Integrating global mental health into international school psychology: Supporting refugee and migrant students amid climate and war-induced displacement. International Journal of School & Educational Psychology, 13(3), 246–257. https://doi.org/10.1080/21683603.2025.2519748
Diaków, D. M., & Stewart, J.L (2025). Integrating Spirituality into School Psychology Practice. Communique, 54(1), 31-34
Diaków, D. M., & Goforth, A. N. (2021). Supporting Muslim refugee youth during displacement: Implications for international school psychologists. School Psychology International, 42(3), 238-258.
Diaków, D. M. (2022). Humanitarian Workers’ perspectives on mental health and resilience of refugee youth: Implications for school psychology. University of Montana.
Koehn, P. H., Ngai, P. B. Y., Uitto, J. I., & Diaków, D. M. (2023). Migrant health and resilience: Transnational competence in conflict and climate displacement situations. Routledge.
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Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman
Welcome to the Behaviour Speak Podcast, where we celebrate the diversity of human behaviour and explore the many factors that shape who we are. Our goal is to create a space where everyone feels heard, understood, and included. From the latest research in psychology and neuroscience to the personal stories of individuals who have overcome unique challenges, we cover a wide range of topics that will inspire, educate, and empower you. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or simply someone curious about the world around you, we invite you to join us on this journey of discovery. So, get ready to broaden your perspective, challenge your assumptions, and connect with a community of like-minded individuals. On the Behaviour Speak Podcast, we’re all in this together.
CBI Consultants, the producer of this podcast, is an ACE certified continuing education provider for the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, the International Behavior Analysis Organization and the Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board. For more information, please visit CBI Consultants website at www.cbiconsultants.com/shop