Perspectives in Paeds (PiP Cast) is your go-to podcast for thought-provoking conversations relating to paediatric practice! Join Melbourne-based OTs Jackie Sikic and Caitlin Smith as they explore best practices, unpack the latest evidence, and chat about the everyday challenges faced by clinicians in paediatrics. Each episode, Jackie and Caitlin are joined by fellow clinicians to share their insights, swap stories, and spark new ideas to enrich your practice. No matter your level of experience, PiP Cast invites you to reflect, learn, and grow alongside a community of passionate clinicians.
Perspectives in Paeds (PiP Cast) is your go-to podcast for thought-provoking conversations relating to paediatric practice! Join Melbourne-based OTs Jackie Sikic and Caitlin Smith as they explore best practices, unpack the latest evidence, and chat about the everyday challenges faced by clinicians in paediatrics. Each episode, Jackie and Caitlin are joined by fellow clinicians to share their insights, swap stories, and spark new ideas to enrich your practice. No matter your level of experience, PiP Cast invites you to reflect, learn, and grow alongside a community of passionate clinicians.
In this episode, Caitlin, Maddie and Caitlyn unpack the difference between typical worry and anxiety disorders, and why understanding that distinction matters for clinicians and families.
Together they explore how anxiety can present in children, the role of OTs in assessment and intervention, and what supports & interventions are evidence-based when supporting anxiety disorders. From fear ladders to thinking traps, they share practical ways to address anxiety-related goals and support participation for kids experiencing anxiety.
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This podcast is brought to you by Kid Link Occupational Therapy.
We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people as the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and live here in Mitcham, Victoria. We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present, and recognize their ongoing connection to the land, waterways, and culture. As we support children and families, we are inspired by the wisdom and care that First Nations peoples have shown for generations.
Music by Daniel Pavey
Produced by Michael Daniels
Relevant Episode Links:
Register for our upcoming webinar: Supporting Kids with Anxiety: A Functional Approach for Clinicians
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/supporting-kids-with-anxiety-a-functional-approach-for-clinicians-tickets-1698820179889?aff=oddtdtcreator
Kid Link’s on-demand webinar for caregivers: ‘Spotlight On Anxiety’ https://www.kidlinkeducation.com.au/courses/spotlight-on-anxiety